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Ralph Gracie Jiu Jitsu
1166 Howard St, San Francisco, CA 94103, United States
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Ja
Review №1

Best martial arts school in San Francisco by far. Great for self defense as well as MMA competition training.

Review №2

This is the perfect gym for kids, beginners and high-level black belts alike. Ralph, Rhalan and the rest of the coaches pay close attention to everybody and are invested in your progress. Can highly recommend

To
Review №3

Been here 20 years, my Jiu Jitsu grew up here. Would highly recommend this place.

ni
Review №4

The academy is very welcoming. I can’t say enough good things about Coach Ralph, Rhalan, and all the others apart of this community.

Fi
Review №5

Amazing place To learn how to defend your self

Ch
Review №6

Great instructors and nice setup. Cant wait for things to get back to normal though!

Bi
Review №7

Stopped in at Ralphs for some excellent training while in town for a couple days. Amazing experience. Great vibe at the gym. Really great training partners and highly skilled. I got submitted a bunch which is what I was hoping for - a challenge. Ill definitely come back anytime Im in this city. Kurt is a real character. Loved this place.

pe
Review №8

I was able to attend for one evening class and i will take the lesson from this one class throughout my bjj lifetime. The professor, students and staff made a fantastic impression and i want to move to SF !Thank you everyone at Ralph Gracie BJJ SF.

As
Review №9

Dropped in for a no gi class today. Instruction was great and everyone was really friendly.I learned a ton of new material that I look forward to practicing in the future. If you are looking for a place to train in the San Francisco area check them out!

Ol
Review №10

TL;DR: Great gym for gi and no-gi. Mats are great, there are showers, environment is inviting, instructors are top notch.Ralph Gracie Jiu Jitsu San Francisco is a great gym. The mat space is very large. There are showers for bathing after training sessions!I travel sometimes and make time to visit gyms when I do, but I’m happy to call this place my home gym.First, the skill level of BJJ players there is great. There isn’t much dogma, or constraints to learning, people love the sport and art and authentically strive to be better. It doesn’t feel “competitive”, but rather, gym members are... motivated. They care about their art and strive to improve themselves. It isn’t much of a place of egos, but rather, one of dedication, humility and hard work.Second, the people are great. There is a wide range of skill levels. There are often visitors from other gyms and they are very welcome to train. The atmosphere is one of camaraderie, sharing and learning. It’s a very positive attitude and experience. Gym members are cordial, welcoming and friendly.Great people at all skill levels, beginner to advanced.Finally, the instructors are top notch. It is such an honor and privilege to have as instructors such as Mike Murrell, Tay Crivello and Rhalan Gracie.The instructors know their craft very deeply. There are classes for all skill levels. The instructors will zoom in with the appropriate level of detail for individuals while drilling.The instruction is consistent and follow a theme that can go for weeks (or months). It’s the kind of instruction that makes people really understand both the fundamentals and the advanced cases.The instructors pay attention to the students and help them achieve their goals. Whether it is competing or just improving their game.Highly recommended!

Ta
Review №11

I love coming to Jerry and Rhalans classes - theyre hard and also make me want to learn more and more. The culture is supportive and welcoming and doesnt take itself too seriously, but also a good amount of order and structure and respect. The instructors and fellow students are great at pushing me to learn new things and realize my limits were in my head.Recently the curriculum has gotten even better with the focus on street applications and takedowns.

Je
Review №12

Thank you Alan Gracie. Great class. Thank you for your hospitality.

Er
Review №13

Ralph recently attacked an unsuspecting person at a sporting event, even kicking them in the face when they were down. Do some research into this future felon. There are plenty of amazing and honorable people in the sport of jiu-jitsu...do yourself and family a favor and learn from someone else.

As
Review №14

I dropped in for a class while I was in town, and the environment was super welcoming. I took the advanced gi class and got some good tips on takedowns and maintaining mount. The instructors were friendly and knowledgeable. Would definitely visit again.

No
Review №15

Trained out here earlier this year whilst travelling to work from London. Awesome place to train. Nice to finally meet with Kurt Osiander in person..nice guy! Will defo train out here again if I come back. Very welcoming esp. towards other Carlson Gracie Team club members

Al
Review №16

Awesome place for training. .. the instructors are skilled and respectful. Definitely a place for all family .

Sh
Review №17

To be able to learn Jiu-Jitsu from a legend such as Ralph Gracie is priceless!

Fi
Review №18

Decent place to learn how to defend oneself and or strengthen your physical and mental well bring.

Ty
Review №19

Place is phenomenal. Instructors are very skilled and environment is friendly. Love this gym!

Dr
Review №20

In town for a short period of time and dropped in to this school. Amazing people, a huge number on the mat and at least three black belt instructors present including Professor Kurt Osiander, who I had seen on many YouTube videos and who I always wanted the chance to meet. The warm ups were grueling and the instruction was spot on. The instructors paid attention to the students rather than just showing he move and then ignoring, and it felt very much like personalized instruction. Highly recommended for the fun, friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Oss!

Ph
Review №21

Always a great experience at Ralph Gracie BJJ in San Francisco. Kurt is a great teacher and his personality is encouraging and inspiring. This is also the same with all his students. Even the very experienced guys are always friendly and willing to drill with lower grade students to help them learn. Ill always go train there when Im in SF. Thanks to all at Ralph Gracie BJJ

Ma
Review №22

Super nice gym

LE
Review №23

The best jiu jitsu academy of San Francisco! Friendly and respectful environment for women.

Ma
Review №24

Best Jiu-Jitsu academy in San Francisco! I’m training with the jiu-jitsu legends and have the opportunity to learn from ralph Gracie

Ja
Review №25

Pass by this do jo all the time wheres the females

Ma
Review №26

Dropped in for a roll whilst on holidays! Very welcoming staff and high level jiu jitsu! Oss

re
Review №27

Best place to learn jiu jitsu with the best teachers

Ke
Review №28

Fantastic instruction and a great group of people to train with.

Ti
Review №29

Real jiu jitsu academy, great instructors, the competition team in the bay area, good atmosphere and very welcoming.

To
Review №30

Amazing. One of the best BJJ schools on the world.

Ro
Review №31

Best jiu jitsu class ever!!!

St
Review №32

Ralph and Kurt are awesome people and the Jiu- Jitsu is the real deal.

Hu
Review №33

Best mat on North Cal...by far...

Wi
Review №34

Nice haircut mystic

El
Review №35

Once you are in the clan, they become your brothers!

En
Review №36

Excellent Brazilian jiu jitsu gym

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  • Address:1166 Howard St, San Francisco, CA 94103, United States
  • Site:http://www.ralphgracie.com/
  • Phone:+1 415-552-4777
Categories
  • Jujitsu school
Working hours
  • Monday:7AM–9PM
  • Tuesday:7AM–9PM
  • Wednesday:9AM–1PM
  • Thursday:Closed
  • Friday:7AM–9PM
  • Saturday:7AM–9PM
  • Sunday:7AM–9PM
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
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