Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) is a martial art and combat sport based on ground fighting. BJJ focuses on taking an opponent to the ground, controlling them, and ultimately gaining a dominant position in which they can be submitted. Jiu Jitsu relies on the use of leverage and technique to overcome strength and size.

If you’re looking for the best instruction in the Fullerton area, DAF is the place. We offer world class instruction by multiple black belts. Our instructors are patient and passionate about teaching jiu jitsu. We pride ourselves in cultivating a fun and competitive environment with a very friendly community. Our students become friends inside and outside of the academy and want to see you succeed.

If you already have a gi, please bring your gi. If you do not, no worries. Come in a workout shirt and work out shorts or leggings.

Some additional things to bring and/or be aware of:

• Bottle of water

• Wear sandals

• Nails must be trimmed

• Cover any open wounds

• Have long hair tied up

• Remove any facial piercings

YES! We strongly encourage women to train jiu jitsu. We have a large group of women currently training from different levels ranging from white belt to black belt. We are committed to creating a safe environment for women.

Generally, the youngest age we accept is 5 years old. However, we have accepted 4 years old depending on attention span.

Gi and NoGi are the two forms of uniform in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. A gi is a kimono that can come in different colors and slightly different materials. The gi is worn and tied together by a belt dependent on the grapplers respected rank color. Jiu Jitsu in the gi is grappling while wearing the kimono. You are able to use and grab the gi to control your opponent and perform different techniques. Nogi grappling is without a gi and is much closer to wrestling. In nogi grappling, you cannot grab your opponent’s clothing and is soley based on control through limbs and the body.