A-Side Jiu Jitsu and Fitness, LLC

I recently stayed in the North Hollywood area and had the opportunity to train at A-Side. It was hands down the most welcoming environment I've walked into. Everyone was friendly and careful about technique! It's clear that Professor Arman takes great care to foster a healthy environment. I was happy to have other women to train with and genuinely looked forward to coming to class every time I went to train. I was able to do both gi and nogi which was great. Highly recommend trying it out if you are in the area!

I've trained at A-Side for a little over 6 months and highly recommend this gym. Whether you're just starting out with martial arts, continuing your Jiu-Jitsu journey, or want a place to get a good workout, A-Side is a great place to be. All of the instructors are professional, motivating, and easy to approach with questions. I recommend training with all of them because they each have unique teaching styles. Lastly, all of the students I've trained with at A-Side are genuine, kind, and supportive people. Within my first few weeks of training at A-Side, I immediately felt welcomed by everyone and a part of the A-Side family. Fortunately, all of the students I've trained with care about improving themselves and not about flexing egos.

This review was long overdue. Great Jiu Jitsu school with a great professor. We have both of my kids, my 6 years old and 4 years old for over a year now and cannot be happier. We started with regular classes and although my kid has lots of energy, sometimes too much the professor was very patient with him and helped him guide that energy on the right path. I was also recommended private classes for just my son and I am glad we took them. He performed so well after a few months taking them that he moved to the next level. Once my daughter is older we will take the same path. Once again, a tough professor when is needed but also gentle so my kids know to be respectful and feel safe at the same time. Oh one other thing, great families all around and my kids made some great friends! Highly recommended for whoever wants to join this amazing family!

I’ve been going to this jiu-jitsu gym for about a year and a half, originally bringing my nephew to train. After seeing how great the environment was, I decided to enroll myself and have now been part of the adult program for 6 months. It’s a very family-oriented place many parents bring their kids and even end up joining themselves. The gym is always clean, and they even have a Flo Water dispenser, which is a nice touch. The professor is extremely helpful and patient, and the owners are accessible and involved with the members. As a woman, I really appreciate that there are other women training here too, and the men are always respectful and supportive. It truly feels like a comfortable and encouraging space for everyone. I really enjoy the variety of classes offered Gi, No-Gi, and fitness classes all of which help improve both skills and conditioning. Overall, this gym has been an amazing experience for both me and my nephew.

3 things I love about A-Side! 1) My daughter is learning what it takes to master something. She's 2 years in and goes to A-Side 5-6 days a week, has done many competitions and is becoming a fierce little athlete. She's encouraged, pushed and determined to refine her craft. 2) Professor Arman is an engaging leader, anyone who wants to grow with him, will and have fun in the process! 3) And... Mom is learning Jiu Jitsu too and does fitness classes 3x a week, it's no joke! A-Side is run by a family and feels like a family.