Surfight Jiu Jitsu

2126 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar, CA 92014, USA

4.9 (64 reviews)

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Surfight BJJ in Del Mar, CA — the most stylish Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy in the world, blending elite training with a sleek, ocean-inspired vibe.

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Saad Rahman

Surfight is a top notch world class gym. Amazing instructors, great training partners, and a phenomenal facility. If you’re a day 1 beginner with no experience this is an incredible place that is very safe and friendly. If you’re a high level competitor you’re going to get very high level training here too. There is something for everyone here!
Posted 9 months ago
Jason Selva

I’m a black belt with 25 years of training, and I can confidently say Surfight Jiu Jitsu is the real deal. From the coaching to the atmosphere, everything is focused on real improvement—no ego, no nonsense. The instructors are knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely invested in their students, from beginners to seasoned grapplers. The team culture is strong, classes are well structured, and the techniques are practical and modern. You leave every session better than when you walked in. If you’re looking for high-level jiu-jitsu and excellent coaching, Surfight Jiu Jitsu is an outstanding place to train.
Posted 9 months ago
Colby B

Love training at Surfight anytime I’m on that side of town. Every professor there has a wealth of knowledge and it is a one of a kind environment. Whether you’re curious about jiu jitsu or more experienced, you really can’t go wrong here. Great vibes all around!
Posted 9 months ago
Todd Duffee

Joel is super cool! Got a chance to stop in at an open mat to watch him study and go over problem solving of unique positions. As an older guy who just turned 40 these guys understand how to be safe and still work. Sick vibe with a lot of good energy In the room. Joel is a gem at his own gym. Place even comes with a chess board and feeling the ocean breeze role in is sick. Can’t recommend it enough if you’re in Del Mar. It would be a dream to open up a gym with this type of vibe. Next time I’m in Del Mar I’m excited to get some roles on the mat with the team.
Posted 9 months ago
Evolve Academy

Joel is one of the best BJJ guys in the business. He teaches with knowledge and experience gained from many different instructors, which makes the techniques he shows very relatable to all styles.I enjoyed the vibe and level of all the students as well. Highly recommend 🙏
Posted 10 months ago
Christopher Lund

Nothing but good vibes with Joel Tudor. I first met Joel at his original Surfight Academy back in the day. Very welcoming and very generous with his knowledge right out the gate. He teaches laidback, but technically tight group classes and his private lessons are great. Appreciated the slick leg attack finishes and fun rolls. Can’t recommend training with Joel enough!

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Posted 1 year ago
Tomos Ellis

I trained with Pietro 10 years ago everytime I was on holiday. Went to train with him again this week. Always very welcoming, makes you feel at home! Great jiu jitsu from a high level black belt, always great vibes! Highly suggest anyone in Tenerife to give this gym a visit!

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Posted 1 year ago
Eric Brown

Perfect mix of chill and get after it. My favorite place to train in San Diego.

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Posted 1 year ago
Raul V Medeiros

An excellent Jiu-Jitsu class and training session, with clear and well-explained techniques. The instructors are highly skilled, and the vibe at the gym is fantastic. The reception and hospitality were top-notch, and I felt very welcomed. I’m excited to train again whenever I can!

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Posted 2 years ago
Matthew Mueller

might actually be the chillest bjj gym in existence

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Posted 2 years ago
Nikol Aguirre

This place is one of a kind! Both head instructors, Joel and Magid, are able to explain complex concepts in a simple and engaging way. Everyone who trains at Surfight is good.. from the white to black belts. You will always have a fun (and challenging) time training here!

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Posted 2 years ago
Mariaelena Guerrero

I dropped into one of their morning classes back in April 2024 and absolutely loved it. Instructor is very thorough and makes sure you understand the details of the moves he’s teaching. The post-workout conditioning was awesome as well. If you’re in the area or simply vacationing in the San Diego area like I was, do yourself the favor of taking a class at this place. You’ll be grateful you did!

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Posted 2 years ago
Logan Smith

Stopped in for a 7am Nogi class while vacationing in Solana Beach and I can’t recommend Surfight enough! Erick is a very technical and articulate instructor, I really enjoyed learning from him. The rolls were fantastic, so much fun and challenging while keeping good vibes. All of the students I met were very friendly and welcoming. I highly recommend Surfight to all jiu jitsu practitioners who find themselves in the San Diego area. Thanks again guys and I can’t wait to return one day!

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Posted 2 years ago
Jon Franke

Had a great time dropping in today! Would recommend for any visitors to the area

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Posted 2 years ago
Cade Lever

I have trained at alot of gyms, this was super fun. Great people, great level and incredibly fun. Thank you all and OSS

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Posted 3 years ago
Angelo Dagresti

Jiu jitsu de altissimo nível ! Professor Pietro muito gente boa ! Com certeza estarei de volta . Muito obrigada Surfight jiu jitsu

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Posted 3 years ago
Bryan Hendricks

Visited from out of state and everyone was great. Hard rolls and awesome atmosphere!

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Posted 3 years ago
Troy Pugh

I dropped in for a private with Professor Hage while I was in town for work. I can’t say enough great things about the training or about the gym. Super technical and patient, Magid broke each technique down in a way that was easy to understand and then progressed up to working it at full speed against resistance. The gym itself has an awesome vibe. Will definitely train here again the next time I am in San Diego!!

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Posted 3 years ago
Arman Fathi

High level instruction and well rounded schedule. The gym is right on the beach and around a ton of cool restaurants and businesses. Great vibe, definitely recommend checking them out

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Posted 3 years ago
J T

If you train jiujitsu and in the area I must say you might want to stop by Gonna be worth it. I have gone here before I like to stop with a friend but no matter what you’re gonna have fun by check out the bathroom vibes it’s so nice here it’s what having a good time one would say because I’ve been visiting a lot and I must say best technique good energy positive vibes good song thru the box

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Posted 4 years ago