Delta Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

I started BJJ for 2 months in Houston and when I moved to LA two and a half years ago, I could not have been more lucky to land at Delta. This place has become my second home, my community, and I can't imagine my life without it. I was so intimidated starting jiu jitsu, and would have never believed I would be growing so much and even competing in the sport. Professor Gerson and his wife Carina have created the most wonderful culture based on trust and respect, where everyone can feel safe to push themselves and grow. We have folks from all walks of life, all ages, and a super strong women's team. I've seen enough BJJ gyms now to know how special this place truly is. Amazing focus on jiu jitsu fundamentals and the opportunity to push each other to be better without sacrificing the safe training environment that welcomes literally anyone who walks through the doors.

I like this school a lot. They have a ton of programming that should fit all schedules… early morning, mid-morning, evenings almost every day of the week, plus both weekend mornings. Culture is good… There is a great group of practitioners beyond the head instructor, and the head instructor’s wife is also very involved, so it’s a nice ‘family’ feeling environment. Prices are reasonable, and they are very welcoming and willing to teach. I tried a few schools in the area before I settled on this one, which was a pretty easy decision. I’m almost hesitant to leave a review so that it doesn’t get too crowded!!

Went via an invite of Professor Andre. I’ve been training for over 7 years. I have been to a number of open mats where people try to hurt you. This was the exact opposite. Very professional and competitive environment while maintaining a sense of pace. I attended the competition class and was paired with several people my size and a little bigger. I had really good rounds and really good vibes overall. I would recommend anyone who trains to stop by here. Wish they had bigger mat space but other than that 5/5 experience.

I can’t say enough good things about Delta! Me and my son have been attending for around two years now and absolutely love the place. From day one, they made us feel like part of the family. Every class is a perfect mix of intense training and fun. Gerson is undoubtedly one of the best BJJ practitioners and professors in the game, but all coaches are top-notch, blending expertise with a genuine passion for teaching. The vibe here is super welcoming— everyone, from beginners to advanced, is supportive and friendly. Highly recommend!

I traveled to LA for the week and met Professor Gerson by chance. He invited me to train at his academy and it was a great experience. Not only is the Professor a very skilled, well-known, and highly respected member of the Jiujitsu community, he is also very friendly, patient, and generous in his approach, making sure each student is able to grasp and follow the techniques he’s presenting, from beginner to advanced. His teen class was leaving as our class began and I noticed each of them seemed confident, happy, and respectful. There were also several women in our class, which is not always common in other academies. I take it as a good sign that each of them were comfortable and skilled. The overall atmosphere is very welcoming and the training environment feels exciting and encouraging. The academy itself is organized and very clean with ample facilities, including a bathroom, shower, and changing rooms. I’m very grateful to Professor Gerson for inviting me to train with him and his team.