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Team Santos Jiu Jitsu offers classes in Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, Kickboxing, BJJ for Kids, Adult Jiu-Jitsu, and self defense. The program includes a specific self defense course, and elements of self defense are included in every class. Muay Thai and Kickboxing are taught with coach Joe Kropschot.
• Ages: 7–18 years old
• Schedule: Class options Monday–Friday in the late afternoon and evening, and Sunday morning
Jon Santos owns and coaches at Team Santos Jiu Jitsu and is one of the original Cesar Gracie Team members. He began training Jiu Jitsu in 1995 with Cesar Gracie and teammates including Kurt Osiander, Gil Castillo, David Terrell, Nick and Nate Diaz, Caleb Mitchell, Gilbert Melendez, and Jake Shields. He has taught Jiu Jitsu since 2005 as a Cesar Gracie teammate and affiliate school, and is described as a multi-gold medal winner and a top coach to some of the Bay Area’s rising BJJ and MMA athletes. The academy states that it is about real martial arts and respecting everyone around you. The program offers a one-week trial and does not use long-term contracts, and notes that its kids class is currently very active. BJJ for Kids is listed for ages 7–17, and Adult Jiu-Jitsu is listed for ages 18 and up.
One testimonial from Jacob Sonsteng on Google describes Team Santos Jiu Jitsu as the best place to train and notes that consistent attendance leads to visible results. Michael D. on Google reports a major improvement in his BJJ after six months of training there and recommends the program to people in the East Bay area. Andrew Pifferini on Google mentions a strong sense of community and highlights that the culture is led by the owner. Curtis Boissonou on Google describes a family atmosphere, mentions making many close friends, and notes a high level of respect among participants.
Last updated February 17, 2026.
• Ages: 7–18 years old
• Schedule: Class options Monday–Friday in the late afternoon and evening, and Sunday morning
Jon Santos owns and coaches at Team Santos Jiu Jitsu and is one of the original Cesar Gracie Team members. He began training Jiu Jitsu in 1995 with Cesar Gracie and teammates including Kurt Osiander, Gil Castillo, David Terrell, Nick and Nate Diaz, Caleb Mitchell, Gilbert Melendez, and Jake Shields. He has taught Jiu Jitsu since 2005 as a Cesar Gracie teammate and affiliate school, and is described as a multi-gold medal winner and a top coach to some of the Bay Area’s rising BJJ and MMA athletes. The academy states that it is about real martial arts and respecting everyone around you. The program offers a one-week trial and does not use long-term contracts, and notes that its kids class is currently very active. BJJ for Kids is listed for ages 7–17, and Adult Jiu-Jitsu is listed for ages 18 and up.
One testimonial from Jacob Sonsteng on Google describes Team Santos Jiu Jitsu as the best place to train and notes that consistent attendance leads to visible results. Michael D. on Google reports a major improvement in his BJJ after six months of training there and recommends the program to people in the East Bay area. Andrew Pifferini on Google mentions a strong sense of community and highlights that the culture is led by the owner. Curtis Boissonou on Google describes a family atmosphere, mentions making many close friends, and notes a high level of respect among participants.
Last updated February 17, 2026.
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