Welcome to
Essence
Jiu-Jitsu Danville
At Essence Jiu-Jitsu Danville, we welcome everyone from complete beginners to seasoned athletes to experience Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in a safe, clean, and family-friendly environment. Our expert instructors are committed to helping you build confidence, improve fitness, learn real self-defense, and achieve your personal goals while having fun. Start your journey today and discover how martial arts can transform your body, mind, and life!
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WHAT OUR STUDENTS ARE SAYING
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PRACTICE AND PROGRESS
SUPPORTIVE COMMUNITY
HEALTHY LIFESTYLE
LEARN SELF-DEFENSE
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 Jiu-Jitsu 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!
OUR PROGRAMS ARE SUITABLE FOR EVERYONE AND WE'RE READY TO HELP YOU ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS.
EXPERIENCE THE POWER OF JIU-JITSU!
UPCOMING EVENTS
Summer Camp Danville: Wizards & Martial Arts Magic
Looking for a fun, structured, and high-energy way to keep your child active this summer? Our Summer Camps combine Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, movement games, and self-defense in a safe and supportive environment where kids build confidence, discipline, and teamwork.
We are offering four weeks of Summer Camp between our Danville and Walnut Creek locations, and both members and non-members are welcome to join. Each week features a unique theme while delivering real martial arts skill development.
Members and Non-Members Welcome · Ages 5+
Limited spots available
Date: June 22 – 26, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Danville, CA 94526 US
Summer Camp Danville: Time Travelers
Looking for a fun, structured, and high-energy way to keep your child active this summer? Our Summer Camps combine Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, movement games, and self-defense in a safe and supportive environment where kids build confidence, discipline, and teamwork.
We are offering four weeks of Summer Camp between our Danville and Walnut Creek locations, and both members and non-members are welcome to join. Each week features a unique theme while delivering real martial arts skill development.
Members and Non-Members Welcome · Ages 5+
Limited spots available
Date: July 20 – 24, 2026
Danville, CA 94526 US
UPCOMING EVENTS
Summer Camp Danville: Wizards & Martial Arts Magic
Looking for a fun, structured, and high-energy way to keep your child active this summer? Our Summer Camps combine Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, movement games, and self-defense in a safe and supportive environment where kids build confidence, discipline, and teamwork.
We are offering four weeks of Summer Camp between our Danville and Walnut Creek locations, and both members and non-members are welcome to join. Each week features a unique theme while delivering real martial arts skill development.
Members and Non-Members Welcome · Ages 5+
Limited spots available
When: JUNE 22-26,2026
TIME: 9AM–12PM
Danville, CA 94526 US
Summer Camp Danville:
Time Travelers
Looking for a fun, structured, and high-energy way to keep your child active this summer? Our Summer Camps combine Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, movement games, and self-defense in a safe and supportive environment where kids build confidence, discipline, and teamwork.
We are offering four weeks of Summer Camp between our Danville and Walnut Creek locations, and both members and non-members are welcome to join. Each week features a unique theme while delivering real martial arts skill development.
Members and Non-Members Welcome · Ages 5+
Limited spots available
When: JULY 20-24,2026
time: 9AM–12PM
Danville, CA 94526 US
5 Reasons to Start Training Jiu-Jitsu Today
At Essence Jiu-Jitsu Danville, we believe that starting Jiu-Jitsu isn’t just a new hobby it’s a life changing decision. Whether you’re looking to get in shape, gain confidence, reduce stress, or learn practical self-defense, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu offers something unique for every lifestyle and goal.
Every time you step on the mat, you’re building discipline, mental toughness, and physical strength all within a supportive and respectful community. Our students, from beginners to advanced, often say that their first class was the beginning of something incredible.
JIU-JITSU IS THE TOOL WE USE TO MAKE THE WORLD A BETTER PLACE!
JIU-JITSU IS THE TOOL WE USE TO MAKE THE WORLD A BETTER PLACE!
VALUES
RESPECT
The true warrior is respectful and respected on and off the mat. It's one of Jiu-Jitsu 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 Jiu-Jitsu 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 Jiu-Jitsu as a reference on the martial arts market.
OUR APPROACH
Through martial arts 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.
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
Founder & DIRECTOR OF MARTIAL ARTS OPERATONS
VINI NUNES
VINI IS IS A 3 DEGREE BLACK BELT FROM BRAZIL, HE IS A CHARISMATIC AND LOVING PERSON. VINI BELIEVES IN LIVING JIU JITSU AS A LIFESTYLE AND HE IS PASSIONATE ABOUT SHARING THE jiu-jitsu BENEFITS WITH EVERYONE!
PROFESSOR
JASON BUTCHER
Jason is a 3rd-degree Brazilian passionate about sharing the art that profoundly impacted his own life. He believes Jiu-Jitsu fosters a healthier lifestyle, builds confidence, and unites people in a supportive, growth-oriented environment. He has competed in top promotions like Bellator, PFL, and King of the Cage, HOLDING AN MMA 15–6 record.
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
Absolutely not! Jiu Jitsu is a great way to lose weight and get fit, so you practice Jiu Jitsu to get in shape, not the other way around.
DO I NEED YOU 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!
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
Absolutely not! Jiu Jitsu is a great way to lose weight and get fit, so you practice Jiu Jitsu to get in shape, not the other way around.
DO I NEED YOU 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!
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