14009 Midland Rd, Poway, CA 92064
Come & train at 10th Planet Poway! Expert No-Gi Jiu Jitsu classes for kids and adults of all levels. Improve skills, fitness, and confidence. Join us today!
Awesome gym and great atmosphere. I’m in town for a week from the east coast and they welcomed me in like family. By the way, the talent level is thru the roof at this place.
10th Planet Poway is the best Jiu Jitsu gym is SD! Everyone is super friendly and welcoming, Kevin and Josh are super high level instructors, and the gym is very well taken care of! #10thplanetpoway
Great coaches, great training and equally great training partners. Class sizes are perfect. Enough students for variety while not too much that you get “lost in the crowd”. Would highly recommend to anyone at any level!
This is my third review ever but it's the most important. This BJJ gym was recommended to be by a friend and I'm so glad he did. 10th Planet Poway is a great place to train and make friends. I have wrestled and coached wrestling since 1998. I have a solid martial arts background. All of the coaches are knowledgeable and everyone that trains does so with the knowledge that we're all adults and have to to work tomorrow (not trying to hurt others). I have learned so much and have enjoyed every class. Absolutely train at this location, you won't regret it.
10th planet Poway has been my jiu jitsu gym for 3 years now. It’s always a fun time and the instructors are at a very high level.
Coach Kyle and coach Bobbi have been so amazing. The kids have learned SO MUCH absolute recommend. LOVE this place!!@@ Absolutely LOVE the New location too :)
10th Planet Poway is the place to be if you want to focus on no-gi Jiu Jitsu. I've focused on gi for most of my Jui Jitsu training and earlier this year I made the switch to full-time no-gi. One of the things that makes 10th Planet Poway special is our relationship with Poway High Wrestling, the top wrestling program in California. Kevin does a great job of incorporating wrestling into our Jiu Jitsu training which is key in no-gi training. For folks who want to compete, Kevin and Josh are amazing coaches to have in your corner. They give clear and direct options during a match without all the yelling that you see from other coaches. Don't wait to get started. Come on in!
My experience training under Coach Kevin and the Poway team has been nothing short of amazing. I have struggled with finding my place and 10th Planet Poway feels at home. My team has been so supportive and welcoming allowing me to feel completely comfortable in a male dominated sport. Not only does this gym feel like home, all the instructors have a unique style to learn from and they will always be in your corner leading by example. I truly am grateful to be able to work with such high level athletes. I don’t have a martial arts background and never thought I would be good enough but here I am continuing the journey, competing, and now able to offer my knowledge to new and current students. If you are thinking about martial arts, this is the place to be. We offer jiu jitsu, wrestling, muay thai, and kids classes. This gym only keeps growing! You won’t be disappointed.
Super welcoming group of guys, was a pleasure dropping in
The instructors for the kids classes do a great job of explaining the skills for each class, then provide great feedback during practice time. Definitely worth a look to start learning Jiu jitsu!
Josh and everyone at 10th planet are so good at what they do! You can tell they know their stuff when they’re teaching people, even kids! Thanks to Josh, my son is obsessed with Jiu Jitsu! Thanks 10th planet!!
Kevin and the crew are a blast to train with and learn from. Highly recommend visiting if you wanna learn how to protect yourself and have a ton of fun while doing it.
Great gym with amazing instructors! Highly recommend if you’re looking for a place to train in Poway/north county area!
A few things you should know about 10th planet Poway.... Most importantly Kevin is a fantastic coach, who teaches clearly with an easy to understand and apply approach. You should also know that 10th Planet Poway kill it in competition making them one of the fastest growing schools in jiu-jitsu. The gym is clean with brand new mats. They have a kids class taught by talented and competitive jiu-jitsu players. So whether for an adult or child, 10th planet Poway is the place to be. I train in 10th planet Oceanside and go out of my way to visit these guys in Poway.I think you should too.
My experience at 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu in Poway has been nothing short of exceptional. From the moment I stepped into the dojo, I was greeted with a level of professionalism and warmth that set the tone for what has been an incredible journey in martial arts. Kevin and Josh, the instructors at 10th Planet Poway, are truly world-class. Their depth of knowledge, passion for Jiu Jitsu, and commitment to each student's growth are evident in every class. They don't just teach techniques; they inspire a deeper understanding of Jiu Jitsu as an art form and a way of life. Their attention to detail and personalized approach to instruction have greatly accelerated my learning and confidence on the mat. The facility itself is top-notch, with a welcoming atmosphere that fosters a strong sense of community among students of all levels. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced practitioner, Kevin and Josh make sure everyone feels included and challenged in their practice. Beyond the technical skills I've gained, what stands out most is the inclusive and supportive environment cultivated by Kevin, Josh, and the entire 10th Planet Poway team. It's a place where everyone is encouraged to push their limits, support one another, and grow together as martial artists and individuals. If you're looking for a place to start or continue your Jiu Jitsu journey, I cannot recommend 10th Planet Poway enough. It's more than just a gym; it's a community where you're guided by genuine, skilled, and inspiring instructors. Thank you, Kevin and Josh, for making my experience so rewarding.
World class jiu-jitsu training and instruction in a fun and safe environment to meet a wide array of goals 🔥
10th Planet Poway Jiu Jitsu is an outstanding addition to Poway and offer top notch training!
Great location and facility. Excellent coaches. Perfect for kids and adults. I highly recommend
Great place for competitors, hobbyists, or people looking to get in shape and try something new. Learn quality self defense that actually works. Striking, grappling, kids classes, and a weight set up. Everything you could possibly need from a gym is all here.
Very nice mats, the instructor knows a lot and you can tell the students are having a great time. It has a nice little lifting area and plenty of room. Definitely choose this spot to start learning grappling.
I joined 10th planet Poway almost a year ago after being enrolled at another gym. Kevin the head coach and Josh both were so welcoming from day one. They allowed me feel apart of their gym and team. Anytime I feel like I’m not understanding a move I know I’ll be able to get help from any one of the coaches (kevin, josh, and sam) almost right away. This is the best gym I’ve trained at since starting combat training in 2021. Highly recommend this place. See you on the mats!!
One of the best dojos in San Diego! 10th Planet Poway does an excellent job at offering jiu jitsu to all ages and skill levels. The kids program in particular is a very friendly, welcoming, engaging, and more importantly fun environment for children and parents alike. Coach Kevin Berbrich is very supportive of all of those who are in the gym, while providing excellent insight, instruction, and guidance along your journey in the sport. Definitely one of the best spots for jiu jitsu in San Diego, and by far THE BEST SPOT for jiu jitsu in poway!
Best Jiu Jitsu gym in Poway. They were on Poway road for many years but recently moved to a new location on Midland. My kids have been going here for over a year, they have an excellent youth program. The owners and coaches are great!
10th planet poway is awesome. Great instruction , great crowd. Best place in area to get better at jiu jitsu.
Been training here for about 4 years now. Been grappling for over 10 years. Been a member at several gyms from all over and this the spot. 10th Planet Poway has the best mix of all styles of grapplers I’ve seen- wrestlers, lockdown pros, guard pullers, leg lockers, wristlockers, you name it. You’re going to learn it all. Kevin has the most creative style I’ve seen and while the competitors are some of the best in the area, there’s a spot for hobbyists like me that just like to do a local competition every year or so as well. Moms, dads, kids, everyone here is just looking to learn, get better and test themselves a little. Every class has a rainbow of belt colors (experience level for my newbies out there). You really couldn’t ask for a better environment.
Poway 10th Planet is the best. Kevin and Josh are two of the most experienced and active coaches in SoCal. Class is fun and the techniques are solid. The kids program looks awesome too, excited to get my 4 year old in there. Lastly, the new location is amazing. Thanks Poway Tenth Planet!
Excellent No-Gi Jiu-jitsu academy. I took the fundamentals class and learned some cool moves and techniques that i hadnt seen before. Will have to try out their advanced class next time. Highly recommended. 10/10
Good gym , training gets you ready for competition, also friendly people great friends to make here , coach Kevin is also an active competitor so he giving you skills that are up to date 👍👍
10th Planet Poway has been an amazing place for me to start my journey in martial arts. Theres plenty of experienced instructors and students to draw knowledge from and plenty of different timed classes throughout the week to catch to cater to any schedule.
10th planet Poway has the best classes coach Kevin literally the best instructor, I’m addictied to it now 10/10 gym
This is the best Jiu Jitsu place I have ever been to and the coaches are all very good.
I love this place because they're really good at teaching and very focused on learning. Also they give you a before class intro lesson!
I had no experience in martial arts and I'm so glad that I came to 10th Planet. As a woman, it is intimidating to get started in jiujitsu. But, everyone here has been welcoming and supportive every step of the way. I've built such a great group of friends and learned so much. I love training here and look forward to advancing and competing!!
Been training at 10Planet Poway for a little over a year and couldn’t be happier I chose this gym. From the moment I walked in the coaches Kevin, Kyle, Josh, and Dave were motivating and inspired me to become better. It became a second home and family for me to go to and my teammates work only to make each other better. The no ego and friendly environment set by the standards of the gym allows us students grow and learn this amazing marital art. I started this as a hobby and never saw myself competing ever…but with the wizardry and talent Kevin passes down to his students I was able to see the growth enough to get the confidence to compete. Now that has opened up a whole new lane in my Jiu Jitsu journey. If you’re looking for a place to train, 10th Planet Poway is the place to be.
Excellent instruction and family friendly
Best gym in the area! Don’t be fooled by the fake 1 star reviews done by a spiteful parent! This place is tremendous with kids and adults, all levels of experience welcome. Just do your research on 10th Planet and you’ll see some elite grapplers out of this team!
Top notch jiu jitsu instruction for kids and adults
Great gym to train at , had zero experience coming in but the guys there were super helpful as well as the teammates there, everyone there wants everyone to grow. If you wanna get started with no experience this the place to be, coaches are great and will turn you into a beast asap. 🖕👌😎💯
This gym is clean and a great place to train. Kevin Berbich is a really good instructer. Great place to train if you wanna get into jiu jitsu and learn some new moves or if you wanna compete and get ready for tournaments there are gonna be guys here to push you and get you ready. 10/10 would recommend. Everyone here is friendly and welcoming.
Great place to train for everyone, competitors to beginners, like myself. The coaches have always been super professional in all their interactions with students, young and old. If you are looking for a fun and safe place to train, stop by 10th Planet Poway.
Iv trained at many 10th planets and this is by far one of the best the staff and teammates are so friendly you can't help but thank them after they gently choke you unconscious would recommend to any adult man/woman or kid to give it a try it's absolutely life changing
If you want to learn jiu jitsu, I would definitely recommend training here. I’ve been here for about a year now and I plan on staying for a long time.
I have been contemplating for sometime now to join a gym where I can get physical with other individuals like I used to do almost 20 years ago while wrestling in high school. I knew instantly once I started reading the 10th Planet Rules and Regulations (Listed Below) that this is where I belong. - Please, no ego or attitude. - Always respect your workout partners and the people around you, they don't always have the same goals as you do. - Never walk through or disturb any class or instructor. - Always sign in at the front desk upon arrival. - Never leave without saying goodbye. - Always clean up after yourself. Don't leave your trash or dirty workout clothes behind. - Please don't attempt to workout in either business attire, or street clothes. (Mainly things with buttons/zippers/or other objects that may harm you, your partner or gym equipment.) - No boots or dress shoes (Athletic/Gym shoes/Wrestling shoes/Boxing shoes or bare feet in designated areas only). - Personal hygiene is very important here at 10th Planet, here are a few rules to help you keep yourself and your training partners healthy: - Keep your fingernails and toenails cut, clean, and well maintained. - Never train with open wounds. If you insist on It, ask your coach for approval. (Always make sure It's clean and completely /thoroughly covered.) - Please make sure that when going from one class to the next, you always wear fresh, clean clothes. No wet/sweaty clothes. - Always try to shower within 30 minutes of leaving the gym. - Wash and disinfect your own training equipment regularly. - 10th Planet has loaner equipment available for your first few workouts, but It is required to purchase your own equipment regularly. - If you use ANY equipment that belongs to the gym, PUT IT BACK exactly where you got it from - Have fun!!! I was very impressed from the start of everything that 10th Planet had to offer, so much so that I commented to an annual membership. I have been fortunate to be able to work with many members already. All of which are at different skill levels and are working together to get better at what we love to do. The Coach/Instructor Kevin is amazing at transferring his knowledge to everyone including team members who just started today. I have truly found the team I need to be a part of. Thank you 10th Planet, I hope I make you all proud.
I trained in the Gi on and off for 3 years before, but moved too far from my old academy, so began searching the area for a new place to train. I tried a couple other dojo’s and none felt like home. I decided to get outside of my comfort zone and try no-gi at 10th planet Poway. Sam showed me around, and I decided to try a class. I instantly knew this was the right spot, and have been training here since. Kevin is a great teacher. In other academies, professors are often very “by-the-book” and want you to stick strictly to the technique they are teaching. Kevin, however, encourages you to play around with positions to find the way that works best for you and your tendencies/body type/athleticism, etc. The other day, we were learning a wrestling takedown and a couple students had taken it a step further to a submission on the ground. Kevin walked by and said, “Woa, how’d you get there? Show me.” The students initially looked like they thought they were going to be scolded, but Kevin insisted that they show him, and reassured them that the way we learn is by experimenting. That further reinforced why I love this place. Kevin truly treats and respects Jiu Jitsu like the art that it is, and encourages creativity. He also still actively competes, so is constantly showing us the moves he is working on for his tournaments, which helps keep us up-to-speed on what people are using in this ever-improving martial art. If you’re wanting to try Jiu Jitsu, rest assured that you will be made to feel welcome and quickly become competent in grappling. If you’re like me and thinking about hanging up the gi, I couldn’t recommend a better spot than 10th planet Poway.
I’ve been training here for a year and some change, and I’m sad that I’ll be moving soon. High level instruction and training partners. Everyone is super chill and I felt like I became part of a family here almost immediately. Grateful for the time that I was able to train with the 10p Poway crew.
I am a huge fan of this gym and I am so happy that I have started this BJJ journey with them. I learn new techniques each class and find the training sessions to be challenging. 10th Planet works hard to create a safe and caring space. The staff is very knowledge and the atmosphere is one of growth, improvement and support. 10th Planet Poway is top notch. I highly recommend them.
Best jiu jitsu school. The training is top notch and all the coaches are very willing to guide you on your journey. Whether you’re a hobbiest or a competitor this is the gym for you.
I started my Jiu Jitsu journey with 10th planet freaks in Oceanside! If you are looking to transition from wrestling, 10th planet is the way to go. Its awesome to see how much they have grown! They use fundamentals to help grow your skills but quickly show you advanced/technical moves to get you competitive and agile quickly. Be sure to check out Kyle Kolod's classes for a nice session and you will be sure to have a great time. See ya on the mats!
10P4L
Great place to train and learn, solid group, everyone always willing to roll. Humility and respect on the mat is remarkable.
This is the best Jiu Jitsu gym in North America. The teaching is GREAT. BUT the people are better. If you’re looking to be great at JIU JITSU, you will ALWAYS improve your game EVERY CLASS. Just make sure you show up ;). The most important thing is that everyone is here to get better. We don’t care who you are or what you have done, we just want to improve. All your problems get left outside the gym. I have been here for almost 2 months and I am closer to these people more than people I have known for my entire life. The Teachers: Kevin, Josh, Sam, Kyle, Zach, Bobby (kids coach), all have their own style and will make you versitlile and turn your body into a WEAPON. NOBODY is here to hurt each other, we are all here to have FUN! I come here twice a day because it’s just hanging out with GREAT FRIENDS. 10th Planet Poway is good for men, women, boys, girls, 5 year olds and 90 year olds. It doesn’t matter who you are or where you come from anyone and everyone is welcome!!!!!
Kids classes popping off! Must b doing something right. Everyone having fun
Kevin Berbrich and all the people at 10th Planet Poway have helped me evolve my game in so many ways. They are super high level and also some of the nicest people you'll ever meet! Come try a class with us!
10th Planet Poway and the freaks are the best team there is!
Can't recommend 10th Planet Poway enough for Jiu Jitsu and kids classes!
We have been so pleased with 10th Planet Poway. My 6 year old son and 9 year old daughter have been taking Jiu Jitsu lessons at 10th Planet for about 8 months and they LOVE it! They get quality, personalized instruction and they have been making a lot of progress. Everyone has been super friendly and my kids always go home with smiles on their faces.
I LOVED my time training at 10th Planet Poway! Kevin, the head instructor, leads a great group of grapplers, and the environment feels friendly, welcoming, and safe. All of the assistant instructors teach, train, and roll really well, too. If you're in the area, and enjoy practicing practical self-defense, I highly recommend trying a free class here and seeing if the school is right for you.
Kevin is a great teacher and the class is great for beginners to black belts. Wealth of knowledge in the room at all times. Former UFC fighters and great wrestling coaches consistently come in as well.
I love 10th Planet Poway! Such a cool and laid back spot. So many gyms in the area but you will not find a place like 10th Planet. They have so much knowledge to offer; whether you're training to learn self defense or training to compete. You can tell the coaches and team here really care about each other's progress. Everyone is so helpful. Kevin is the head instructor at 10th Planet Poway. He's super skilled at what he does and has such a laid back energy when teaching. At a competition level, he teaches not only the moves, but different reactions you may get from your opponent and how to counter each of them. He keeps class light and fun while simultaneously training you to be a killer lol. Josh has so much knowledge in both BJJ as a sport and the history of it. You can tell he truly cares about the art. His classes are always filled with so much detail; from the ideal grips to how you should position your arms/legs/body. He definitely keeps an eye on if you're retaining the information and is always eager to help if you aren't quite getting things down. Josh also manages the gym and is always so accommodating if you have questions about memberships, competitions, and other upcoming events. Kyle is one of the most chill person to train under. He teaches at a slower pace and still manages to have quality classes. Super ideal if you're a beginner or if you're shy. He also is one of the kids’ class coaches! I haven't taken any classes taught by Sam, but he often works the front desk and is consistently friendly and informative. I also haven't taken any classes taught by Zach, and obviously Bobb'e (kids class coach), but have rolled with all of them and know they add so much to the team as well. Every coach has their own style and it's great being able to learn from each of them. Currently, their adult classes are as followed: 8:30A-9:30A, 6P-7P, 7P-9P on M-Th. 8:30A-9:30A, 6P-8P on F. and 10A-12P on Sa. As someone that has no previous background in sports or team activities, I was really anxious about first coming in to train. I felt nervous and self-conscious. From day 1 the team has made me feel comfortable and I eventually realized that everyone is always trying to help their teammates grow. Now I'm so eager to come to class, it's become something I look forward to always. If you're shy and unsure about coming in, stop by the gym for a trial class, because I am SO sure they will convince you to be a part of the family! 10P4L!
This place is the real deal. Having a friendly and accommodating staff, I was greeted immediately after walking through the door and helped in the right direction. The environment was clean, organized, and well equipped with all the gear you’d need for your Jiu Jitsu journey. There was an outstanding community of students and coaches who were positive, encouraging, with a great emphasis on safety when training at all skill levels. If you’re thinking about getting into Jiu Jitsu or even an experienced grappler, check out 10th Planet Poway Jiu Jitsu and let them show you all of the value they have to offer to help you succeed in this phenomenal martial art.
I've been training at 10th Planet Poway Jiu Jitsu for a few months and love it here. Super friendly, fun environment. Kevin Berbrich is the best coach, highly recommend for learning self defense or picking up a new hobby
If you’re looking for Elite level training in a respectful environment 10th planet is your place. Personally, I’m a mid-level blue belt with about three years of experience. Coach Kevin is helpful, genuine, and practices what he preaches in national competitions. The training you learn will significantly boost your confidence and skill in self-defense situations, and you’ll get an incredible work out and make new friends in the process. You’ve got to give these guys a try
Ive been coming to Poway to train Jiu Jitsu with Kevin for years. Kevin's understanding of Jiu Jitsu is on another planet. No pun intended. But as a fellow black belt I'm always blown away at what I learn every time I come to 10th Planet Poway Jiu Jitsu. Whether your brand new with no experience or a high level competitor. 10th Planet Poway Jiu Jitsu is the place to go!
Great place to train. Good people and hard rolls will make you better. Good class options and instruction styles. Kevin, Josh, Dave, Kyle, Zach, Bobbee are awesome. Whether for kids, adults looking to learn or experienced there is something for you.
I love the 10th planet system. Such a great way to get into fitness. I love the coaches and the smaller class sizes. The instructors are always available to help. This is a great place for someone new or someone experienced. It's such a good workout. Everyone here is super helpful, motivated, and has goals. It's life changing. Come train with us!!!
10th Planet Poway has some of the best jiu-jitsu in the world. Highly recommend this location for everyone. Great instruction, fun environment, with awesome people.
I wasn't sure I would like jiu-jitsu but I've been coming for about 2 years now and I'm hooked. The coaches are excellent and teach world class martial arts that work both in sport and street settings.
10th Planet Poway has top notch instructors. If you want to receive the best No-Gi Jiu Jitsu training in the area then come drop in for a class. They don't just teach the 10th Planet system, you will also learn wrestling concepts and takedowns. If you are nervous or intimidated by the idea of trying something new, don't worry because all of the instructors and students are nice and helpful. I haven't had one bad experience here. My kids also train here and they've fallen in love with the sport. It's a really fun and welcoming environment where everyone helps each other get better everyday.
Full disclosure, I train at 10P Huntsville, AL. That being said I am a bit biased toward 10P but having said that, 10P Poway is one of the best gyms I have ever dropped in to. Top notch instruction, good skill levels from everyone there and great training overall but that is not what sets this place apart. I was in town for work, decided to drop in for a few nights and from the first moment I walked in I was greeted like family. FAMILY, kind of like the kid you have with your second cousin (I was rocking my 10P Huntsville shirt and rash guard after all) but family none the less. Most of the time if you drop in a place a few people may remember your name (if you sign up and attend regularly) but here quite a few (in fact most) people greeted me by name every night I was there, invited me out to eat at a Team dinner and overall made me feel very welcome. Let’s be honest, if you are in Southern California (or anywhere in Cali) you are spoiled for choice for good Jiu Jitsu, including multiple great 10P gyms. While I cannot speak firsthand for any of the others I can say that 10P Poway is a great place to train. So if you don’t have a place to train, looking to add something to your game, want to try something new or just looking for camaraderie on and off the mats then go see Kevin, Josh, Kyle, Zach, David and everyone else, you will be glad you did.
Excellent gym to learn and train at. Super friendly and accepting atmosphere. Kevin is one of the most open and creative teachers I have ever met. Really the only place I would want or recommend to train no gi jiu jitsu between north county and downtown. 15/10 stars
Super dope. Lit Bjj class. Causal environment, Kevin is a great teacher and prime learning environment
World Class Black Belt Jiu Jitsu Instruction. Super welcoming environment and effective system! Great people to train with!
This spot is such a gem. For those of you that live in the area and can train with such a talented artist who is so down to earth. Kevin has taught me so much in the little time I've spent learning from him. If you want to learn jiu jitsu, this is the place. Oss.
Just having a great time training there. Between the excellent training environment and the facility- can't see myself training anywhere else.
I just started at 10th planet Poway and have previously studied gracie BJJ with both gi and no gi classes. I was missing the cardio and technical aspects of BJJ and have found that and more at 10th Planet in Poway! Kevin has set up a world class gym and is one of the best BJJ instructors in the area. His credentials are impressive and, in only the first few classes, he has begun to tailor techniques to my body type and style that I am beginning to incorporate. Talk about a huge learning curve that feels like a private lesson! Kevin has assembled a great group of guys and gals to train and learn from at all levels. The environment is all about growing and learning in your BJJ knowledge. I still haven't found a better way to burn tons of calories in an hour! Couple of other highlights Kevin is religious about cleanliness and safety in the gym. I also dig the simplicity of the schedule.....6-8 am or pm every day.
If you are looking for a new way to stay healthy, build a bit of muscle, learn self-defense, or compete in martial arts, then you make your way down to 10th Planet Poway and learn from the best instructors and fighters in San Diego!!! Just be sure that you are ready to be surrounded by humble, friendly and awesome people, from all walks of life, when training here! Liz Carmouche is an INCREDIBLE MMA and Muay Thai instructor! The only thing bigger than her muscles, is her level of kindness and desire to take your striking technique to the next level! No matter what your level of fitness, Liz will meet you were you are at and help strengthen your cardiovascular system with her unique and vigorous workouts. Liz is everything you want in a teacher, which is why learning from this UFC legend is truly a privilege and exceptional honor! Kevin Berbrich is a phenomenal jiu-jitsu instructor! He is always willing to help you and teaches jiu-jitsu fundamentals, and advanced techniques, in a way that is engaging and easy to follow. I always have a positive experience when learning from Kevin, which is why he is one of the most awesome jiu-jitsu coaches I have ever had. His classes are like the free food samples handed out at Costco... You never want to miss out on one!
I took 10th planet poway's mma class. I was looking to learn solid technique as well as work up a sweat and I got exactly that. I was the odd man out so Liz, the instructor, jumped in the class and worked with me! Even the head black belt, Kevin, was taking the class. The warm ups alone had me sweating and the drills were high paced and well instructed. The facility was clean and everyone on the staff was welcoming and very knowledgeable. I love this place and can't wait to try out the jj class!
Kevin Berbrich is an amazing teacher. Incredibly patient, and insanely knowledgeable about jiu jitsu. Most teachers get frustrated quickly with me. But even on my most spacy days, Kevin always takes the time to make sure I understand each technique thoroughly. Liz Carmouche is a wonderful MMA instructor, and she is always willing to work with you on your individual fight style.
A place that doesn’t promote you even if you win more than 10 gold medals in major competitions (attended and trained every day without missing a day but only got 1 stripe promotion in 6 months during this period) A place where the son of a children's class coach wearing jeans and a jacket and carries a hard plastic laptop on the training mat dozens of times where the kids are practicing and disturbs them (He carries a laptop around on the training mat saying he is doing homework), And the policy on parent coaching is also poorly operated. A white Brazilian jiu-jitsu blue belt man who had experience coaching children a few years ago, enters the group of children on the mat during class and coaches his son almost every time. Even though this man interferes with the training of other children, this jiu-jitsu academy has not taken any action against this parent. You need to know why the male students who were proficient at jiu-jitsu and the female students who had remarkable grappling abilities from wrestling all dropped out of this academy. There are no skillful kids staying. A place that suddenly changed its policy and said that this is not a place for preparing for competitions for those under 16 years old. It has become a place like a children's ball game academy.
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