Charles Gracie Academy San Bruno Jiu-Jitsu Programs

Charles Gracie Academy San Bruno Jiu-Jitsu Programs offers Jiu-Jitsu and Gracie Jiu-Jitsu classes that include self-defense. The program includes separate kids and adult Jiu-Jitsu classes led by certified instructors.

• Ages: 4–18 years old
• Schedule: Kids and adult Jiu-Jitsu class options Monday–Thursday late afternoon and evening, plus Saturday morning classes

At Charles Gracie Academy San Bruno, the stated mission is to go beyond teaching Jiu-Jitsu by helping participants build confidence, improve fitness, and develop life skills that extend beyond the mat. The academy is affiliated with a network of Charles Gracie Jiu-Jitsu academies and welcomes all levels and abilities in a safe, ego-free, and cooperative environment, with classes open to men and women of all ages and abilities. Kids Jiu-Jitsu classes are grouped by age into 4–6, 7–9, and 10–15, and kids classes are currently full and on a waitlist. For the first lesson, the academy supplies a gi, and participants are asked to wear comfortable clothing and bring a water bottle.

One parent, Kris CABebe, describes Charles Gracie San Bruno as an exceptional jiu jitsu academy with knowledgeable instructors who teach in a clear, encouraging, and easy-to-follow way, and notes that the staff is welcoming and supportive. Another parent, Zhou Yu, shares that Coach Chris is very patient and friendly to kids, carefully demonstrates basic techniques, and that their children started with free trials, enrolled, and are quite engaged. A student, Aubrey Catalan, reports feeling comfortable and supported from the first day, and notes that the instructors have different teaching styles but share passion, patience, and commitment, and that each class feels like an accomplishment. Parent Marissa Torres says their family has enjoyed bringing their son in twice per week, that her son loves going, and that the owners are very nice.

Last updated April 28, 2026.