Napa Valley Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Napa Valley Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu offers Kids Class for ages 3-6 and ages 7+. The kids classes include Gi and No Gi training, and the program lists free trial classes that may be taken once per style. A temporary loaner Gi is available for starters or visitors.

Programs

• Kids Class — Years 3-6 · $100 per month · 1 class per week; includes Gi and No Gi training; no contract/cancel anytime; one-time $100 enrollment fee includes your gi
• Kids Class — Years 7+ · $150 per month · 2 classes per week; includes Gi and No Gi training; no contract/cancel anytime; one-time $150 enrollment fee includes your gi
• Adult Class — $169 per month · 3 days a week; any 3 classes per week; includes Gi and No Gi training; no contract/cancel anytime; one-time $150 enrollment fee includes your gi
• Adult Class — $199 per month · 6 days a week; unlimited classes; includes Gi and No Gi training; no contract/cancel anytime; one-time $150 enrollment fee includes your gi
• Women's Only Classes — $150 per month · 2 classes per week; includes Gi and No Gi training; no contract/cancel anytime; one-time $150 enrollment fee includes your gi

At a glance

• Ages: 3–18 years old
• Price range: $100–$199 per month
• General schedule: Classes 6 days a week ranging from early morning to later in the evening and weekends; Gi and No Gi training alternate every other week.

About the provider

Napa Valley Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu was established as a gym in 2007, with roots going back to the early 90's. Saul Escalera started the school and had been training under Ralph Gracie since the early 90's. Jesse Garcia is the head instructor, and the instructors mentioned also include Brandyn Healer and Chris Musante. The academy is the official California affiliate for the Demian Maia Jiu-Jitsu association.

No contract/cancel anytime. Free trial classes are available and may be taken once per style. No shoes or footwear on the mats; wear flip flops or keep shoes off the mats. Come to class clean and free of body odor. Cut nails and remove jewelry. Wash gi and gear after every class. Do not train while ill or feeling under the weather. No zippers or hard plastic on the mats.

What families say

“Great environment! The instructor is very straight forward and makes you feel welcome. All of the students are respectful, regardless of another students level or knowledge. Highly recommend checking them out!!!” — Tim Sousa Purple Belt

Last updated September 21, 2026.