10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Van Nuys
About
10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Van Nuys offers comprehensive training in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, wrestling, and MMA, catering to all skill levels from beginners to advanced practitioners. The gym is led by owner and instructor Alder Hampel along with a team of experienced coaches including John Salami, Ryan Bradford, Josiah Torres, Christopher Rivas, Omar Contreras, and Christian Madamba. Their teaching approach combines structured fundamentals with engaging, fun instruction that makes learning accessible and enjoyable for everyone.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members describe the gym as exceptionally clean compared to other facilities, with no unpleasant odors or visible dirt. They praise the welcoming environment that immediately makes newcomers feel at home and the friendly community of students and parents. Reviewers highlight the coaches' ability to balance structured fundamentals with fun, engaging instruction that keeps students eager to attend classes. Specific praise is given to owner Alder Hampel and the coaching team for creating a safe, supportive space where students build confidence and strong relationships while learning effectively.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (5)
Erika Durazo
3 months ago
My son started taking jiu jitzu classes in the summer and has loved it ever since. We tried many other studios that offered free trials and my son had no interest in returning to them. Luckily, I never gave up looking! So many wonderful things to say about 10th planet van nuys! Starting from the cleanliness! Other places smelled of sweat and you could see the filth. Not here, it smells clean! The coaches are fantastic! They teach with an amazing balance of structure and fun. I never have to drag my son to class. He happily goes! I’ve seen an improvement in his confidence and bond with the other kids and coaches. Alder and Jean are great owners! Just truly lovely people! It’s a community of parents and adults that share a common passion. As someone new to jiu jitzu, I’ve come to appreciate this craft. Definitely worth giving a try, plus they offer a free class!
ARIEL LESHEM
3 months ago
10P Van Nuys is easily one of the best gyms in SoCal. They have a variety of Jiu Jitsu and Muay Thai classes that are sure to fit any and every skill level. You immediately feel at home when you arrive, as the environment and space is so friendly and inviting. You truly make good friends here and learn a ton with the high skilled instructors and educated teammates. They are also SUPER CLEAN which is one of the things I prioritize most. Overall I can't recommend this place enough, and I'm so glad I signed up here and not somewhere else.
Tk
3 months ago
From my first class, the environment felt genuinely welcoming—from the coaches to the managers to the students. It’s clear the top priority is creating a space that’s safe, friendly, and clean so everyone can train and enjoy it together. I really appreciate the wide variety of classes and the amount of space to practice. There’s strong collaboration and thoughtful coaching that supports both fundamentals and advanced techniques. A well-rounded gym with a great culture, and it’s easy to see why they attract students at every skill level.
Ed P
3 months ago
I’ve been training at this gym for almost a year now and it’s a great place to train whether you’re brand new to Jiu-Jitsu or already have experience. As a beginner myself, I really appreciated the strong fundamentals program. They do a great job breaking things down and making the learning process approachable. They also offer wrestling and Muay Thai classes, which is a huge plus and adds a lot of value to the training here.
Steven Rodriguez
3 months ago
Everything you’re looking for! Great coaches, friendly environment, and a bunch of people dedicated to making your jiu jitsu journey worth while. If you’re trying to get in shape, they got you covered. Want to get into jiu jitsu/Muay Thai/wrestling, they got you covered. Stressed and depressed, they got you covered AND you’ll be walking out feeling brand new after 1 class. Great environment and really awesome people.
Contact
16525 Sherman Way C9, Van Nuys, CA 91406, USA
groupCoaches & Instructors
Alder Hampel
Owner/Instructor
John Salami
Instructor
Ryan Bradford
Instructor
Josiah Torres
Instructor
Christopher Rivas
Instructor
Omar Contreras
Instructor
Christian Madamba
Instructor