Self-Defense Directory

Verified Schools

#1 Directory

HomeBrowse SchoolsBy LocationResources

Self-Defense Directory

Find and compare self-defense and martial arts schools in your area with detailed, enriched information to help you make the right choice.

Directory

HomeSchools

Resources

All ArticlesSelf Defense Classes For WomenMartial Arts for Kids

© 2025 Self-Defense Directory. All rights reserved.

Home
United States
Schools

Oddball Jiu Jitsu

Oddball Jiu Jitsu

903 E Wardlow Rd, Long Beach, CA 90807, Long Beach, California

+1 562-285-7168
Visit Website
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Muay Thai

Classes & Programs

Class Types

  • Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
  • Muay Thai

Age Groups

  • Adults
  • Kids

Skill Levels

  • All Levels

Highlights & Considerations

Highlights

  • Welcoming, top‐tier atmosphere
  • Friendly and respectful training partners
  • Kids classes praised
  • Clean, well‐maintained facility
  • Community environment
  • Accommodating to all skill levels
  • Coach genuinely cares and builds skillsets
  • Solid technique and rolling opportunities

Considerations

  • Instances of bullying in kids class
  • Poor handling of child conflict
  • Unreturned phone calls
  • Lack of supervision in youth classes

Testimonials

Rating Distribution

7 reviews

5 stars

6

4 stars

0

3 stars

0

2 stars

0

1 star

1

Sort by:

Very Poor

"We joined this place so our son could learn some self defense options and have fun learning a martial art. He had no issues with anyone at school. Just preventive. Instead, he got bullied by another kid who joined his jiu jitsu class. The teachers did nothing about it when we emailed them and our so..." Read more

- Beth Lesen

via Google

9/5/2024

Excellent

"I Just moved to Long Beach and I am extremely happy to have found Oddball Jiu Jitsu. I am a blue belt, and have trained at quite a few gyms over the last couple of years while traveling. I have to say I the atmosphere at oddball is top tier. The professor is an experienced competitor and teacher wit..." Read more

- Bridger Jancic

via Google

7/27/2023

Excellent

"Newer gym, good local spot for some solid technique/rolling with good people"

- Paul Poster

via Google

7/15/2023

4.4

(7 reviews)

Business Hours

  • Monday: 8AM-8PM
  • Tuesday: 5AM-8PM
  • Wednesday: 8AM-8PM
  • Thursday: 5AM-8PM
  • Friday: 8AM-7:30PM
  • Saturday: 11AM-3PM
  • Sunday: Closed

Instructors

R

Roo

Head Coach

Extensive knowledge in both Muay Thai and BJJ; trains students hard while accommodating individual skill levels and personalities.

A

Arun

Owner, Professor, Black Belt

A real black belt in jiu-jitsu with lifetime Muay Thai fighting experience; humble, skilled teacher who treats everyone with respect.

Certifications:

  • Black Belt

Location

Amenities

  • Clean facility
  • Well-maintained gym

Interested in this school?

Call NowVisit WebsiteView on Google Maps