West LA · Brentwood · Venice · Culver City · Malibu

Jiu Jitsu for the Westside: West LA, Brentwood, Venice and Culver City

CJJF Santa Monica is at 320 Wilshire Blvd in downtown Santa Monica, an easy trip from across the Westside. Here’s how to get here, where to park and which classes fit a commute.

  • 5.0 on Google · 81 reviews
  • Kids from 3.5, teens and adults
  • Classes from 6 am

Getting here

Getting to Our Jiu Jitsu Academy From Malibu and the Westside

Typical midday drive times from Google Maps. Traffic varies, so leave a few extra minutes at rush hour and before your first class.

FromTimeRoute
West LA (Sawtelle, Westwood)18–22 minI-10 west, or Wilshire Blvd west
Brentwood15 minSan Vicente Blvd to Ocean Ave
Venice14 minMain St north to Ocean Ave
Culver City17 minI-10 west, exit 4th/5th St
Malibu23 minPCH south, up the California Incline
Metro15 min walkE Line to Downtown Santa Monica station, then 5th St to Wilshire

Parking

$1 for 90 minutes in Public Parking Structure 1, right behind the building (1234 4th St).

By Metro

The Downtown Santa Monica E Line station is a short walk away.

First visit

Arrive 10 minutes early so the coach can show you around.

Class times

Classes That Fit a Commute

Train before work, at lunch or on the way home. Times from our current timetable.

Early morningsMon & Wed, 6 amAll Levels, 6–7 am
LunchtimeTue & Thu, 11 amAll Levels, then Live Training until 12:30 pm
EveningsMon–Fri, from 6 pmFundamentals Mon–Fri, Advanced Mon–Thu, No-Gi Fridays at 7, Live Training Mon and Wed at 8
After schoolMon–Thu, 4:15 pmLittle Champions I and II, until 6 pm

See the full schedule

Why train here

Why Westside Families Train Here

5.0 on Google

Rated 5.0 from 81 Google reviews (October 2026).

A Master 1 world champion coach

Head coach Professor Maycon Carvalho is an IBJJF Master 1 No-Gi World Champion.

One trip for the family

Kids classes run 4:15–6 pm and adult classes start at 6 pm, Monday to Thursday.

First class free

Try a class before you commit. No experience needed.

“Best gym ever. The three professors (Maycon, Kevin, and Jacob) are very knowledgeable teachers with many years of experience under their belts. All classes from the kids to adults are professionally handled. It’s so great seeing people of all ages come here and train hard.”
Ana A.Google review
Kids and coaches in gis at CJJF Santa Monica

FAQ

Questions From West LA, Brentwood and Venice

Is there a jiu jitsu gym near Brentwood?

Yes. CJJF Santa Monica is about 15 minutes from Brentwood via San Vicente Blvd outside rush hour, with kids and adult classes.

Do you have kids classes near West LA?

Yes: Little Champions I (ages 3.5–6) and Little Champions II (ages 7–12), a short drive from West LA. Teens join the Fundamentals, All Levels and Advanced classes. Kids classes start at 4:15 pm, Monday to Thursday.

How do I get here from Venice or Culver City?

From Venice, take Main St north. From Culver City, take the I-10 west and exit at 4th/5th St. Outside rush hour, it’s about 15 minutes from Venice and about 17 from Culver City.

Where do I park?

$1 for 90 minutes in Public Parking Structure 1, right behind the building (1234 4th St). The Downtown Santa Monica E Line station is a short walk away.

Can I try a class first?

Yes. Your first class is free. Pick a time and we’ll confirm it.

Your First Class Is Free

Pick a class that fits your commute and come try it.