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Essence BJJ Walnut Creek

Essence BJJ Walnut Creek

1500 S Main St, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, Walnut Creek, California

+1 925-404-9876
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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Kickboxing
Muay Thai

Classes & Programs

Class Types

  • Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
  • Kickboxing
  • Muay Thai

Age Groups

  • Adults
  • Kids
  • Teens

Skill Levels

  • Advanced
  • All Levels
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate

Highlights & Considerations

Highlights

  • Clean facility
  • Family-friendly atmosphere
  • Welcoming community
  • Supportive environment
  • Skilled instructors
  • Patient coaches
  • Approachable staff
  • Positive culture

Considerations

  • Mandatory expensive gear purchases
  • Attendance-based belt promotions
  • Not beginner-friendly according to some
  • Harsh culture for new white belts
  • Unhelpful private lessons under one instructor

Testimonials

Rating Distribution

40 reviews

5 stars

39

4 stars

0

3 stars

0

2 stars

0

1 star

1

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Excellent

"Amazing academy with world- class instructors, family friendly atmosphere and a safe environment to train in and learn BJJ! Whether you are looking to compete in the sport or develop your skills/ confidence for self- defense, this school caters to all levels and goals. I started training at Essence ..." Read more

- Sam Pacholuk

via Google

5/9/2025

Excellent

"Great place to train and learn! The coaches are friendly and helpful, fostering a supportive and encouraging family-oriented atmosphere."

- Debora Cristina Fiore de Barros

via Google

5/8/2025

Excellent

"I have been attending classes at Ralph Gracie Jiu Jitsu Academy for the past 6 months and I have been thoroughly impressed with my experience. The staff was welcoming and friendly, and I took a few private classes with Vini. I was impressed with the level of instruction and guidance I received and o..." Read more

- Omar Qaddoumi

via Google

12/14/2024

4.9

(48 reviews)

Business Hours

  • Monday: 6:15AM-8:15PM
  • Tuesday: 6:15AM-8:15PM
  • Wednesday: 6:15AM-8:15PM
  • Thursday: 6:15AM-8:15PM
  • Friday: 6:15AM-7PM
  • Saturday: 8:15AM-1:15PM
  • Sunday: Closed

Instructors

E

Eduardo

Coach, Instructor

V

Vini

Professor, Coach

F

Felipe Oliveira

5th Degree Black Belt

B

Bryan

Brown Belt Instructor

K

Kaylee

Instructor

G

Gabriela

Instructor

C

Camila

Staff

K

Kaye

Staff

J

Jolie

Staff

B

Baby Buddha

Staff

Location

Amenities

  • Clean facility
  • Convenient location

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