WHAT OUR STUDENTS ARE SAYING
IMPROVING PEOPLE'S LIVES!
Our service to the community expresses who we are and the values we live and share. Health, safety, community and progress. Creating a community who shares well-being, friendship and respect through the practice of BJJ will give practitioners the balance to face every challenge in life. Unlock your potential with Jiu-Jitsu!
JOIN OUR COMMUNITY AND IMPROVE EVERY ASPECT OF YOUR LIFE.
UNLOCK YOUR POTENTIAL WITH JIU-JITSU!
UPCOMING EVENTS
SUMMER CAMP
2025!
WE HAVE 4 FUN FILLED WEEKS PLANNED FOR THIS year’s SUMMER CAMPS! SEND YOUR KIDS TO US THIS SUMMER AND WATCH THEIR JIU JITSU, MUAY THAI AND SELF DEFENSE SKILLS GROW!
– Self-Defense classes
– Team building games
– Crafts
– Snacks
MEMBERS AND NON MEMBERS ARE WELCOME!!
HALF DAY CAMP 9AM – 12PM | KIDS AGE 5+
WHEN/WHERE
JUNE 9-13TH & JULY 7-11TH📍Walnut Creek
JUNE 23-27TH & JULY 21-25TH📍Danville
DURATION: 3H
LIMITED TO: 25 KIDS
VALUES
RESPECT
The true warrior is respectful and respected on and off the mat. It's one of BJJ core values.
CONFIDENCE
Believing in yourself is the first step to success. Confidence is the boost you need to achieve all your goals.
SELF-DEFENSE
We'll teach you to use Jiu-Jitsu techniques to defend yourself from any unarmed attack. Safety is our top priority.
COMMUNITY
Our community shares well-being, friendship and respect through the practice of BJJ and give members the balance to face life challenges.
INTEGRITY
We encourage practitioners to be honest and to have strong moral principles. Those principles are carried to any area of life.
QUALITY
70 years of experience gathered from our 3 founding professors set Essence BJJ as a reference on the martial arts market.
OUR PROGRAMS ARE SUITABLE FOR EVERYONE AND WE'RE READY TO HELP YOU ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS.
EXPERIENCE THE POWER OF JIU-JITSU!
OUR APPROACH
Through martial art we help people develop healthy habits and to become better every day. Living Jiu-jitsu as a lifestyle will bring you focus, discipline, integrity, honor and much more. We believe that a balanced mind, body and spirit are the solid foundation for happy communities.
WORLD-CLASS INSTRUCTORS
Black Belt 3rd Degree
Prof. Vini Nunes
Black Belt
Prof. Brian Taraszka
FAQ
What is Jiu-Jitsu?
Jiu-Jitsu is a martial art, fighting and self-defense style based on grappling, ground fighting and submission holds.
Should I Be Worried If I’m Not In Good Shape?
Absolutely not! Jiu Jitsu is a great way to loose weight and get fit, so you practice Jiu Jitsu to get in shape, not the other way around.
Do I need to have previous experience?
Not at all! We’ll guide you since your day one and we have an specific class to teach you the fundamentals!
GALLERY
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CONTACT US
Get more information about our program, instructors, facility or any question you might have!
We’re a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu school dedicated to improve people’s lives through martial arts! Kids get a free trial class. Adults must go through an interview. Book now!
WORKING HOURS
Monday: 6am – 7:30pm
Tuesday: 5pm – 8pm
Wednesday: 6am – 7:30pm
Thursday: 5pm – 8pm
Friday: 6am – 7pm
Saturday: 9am – 2pm
Sunday: Closed
