Golden State BJJ
About
Golden State BJJ offers training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and MMA in Los Angeles, California. The gym is led by Professors Dane Molina and Mike Farrell, both black belts who bring professional expertise to their instruction. Dane serves as head instructor while Mike focuses on the kids program, ensuring quality coaching across all levels. The facility itself is noted for being new and well maintained, with cleanliness receiving particular praise from members.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere where there are no egos and everyone is respectful and helpful during training. They specifically highlight Professors Dane and Mike as awesome coaches who are good people, skilled at BJJ, and know how to teach effectively. Reviewers appreciate the balance between hard training and technical emphasis that helps improve skills while minimizing injury risk. Many mention driving out of their way to train here despite other LA options, citing the combination of professional coaching, positive environment, and excellent value as exceptional.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (5)
jsymica
11 months ago
Great vibe!! Coach Josh was very welcoming and gave a great class about S mount with great details. Was able to roll with Kyle, Dean, Chris, Joe and Augustine and was really fun!!!! Different style and pressures. They were ALL great. I learned a lot. I rolled with a black belt guy at the end… don’t remember his name (may be James?). He was going at 2% and I still got killed. Time to sweat more and work on my weaknesses. Highly recommend this Gym!!!!
Sina S
2 years ago
This is an amazing gym in the South Bay. All instructors are knowledgeable and high-level athletes. The facility is new and well taken care of. The training atmosphere was welcoming and friendly. There were no egos at this gym and everyone was respectful and helpful during training. The pricing is extremely good and the overall value you get here is unmatched. Love training here Highly recommended.
derek dominick
5 years ago
Golden State BJJ is an Awesome place to train. The atmosphere is friendly, and conducive to learning. Professors Dane and Mike are true professionals and make learning simple. I am very thankful to have stumbled upon this gym. Hard work is encouraged here and everyone strives to make the next person better. Also, A++ for cleanliness
Jake Hutchinson
7 months ago
Great gym, I trained here a few times while visiting the area, everyone was very welcoming and good fun rounds!
Gavin Johnson
6 years ago
Dane and Mike are awesome. They are good people, are good at BJJ, and know how to teach. The atmosphere at Golden State is perfect for BJJ. Hard training is encouraged and technicality is emphasized. This helps you get better at BJJ while avoiding injury (as much as possible). I've trained at a lot of academies all over the US and world, and, even with all of the selection of BJJ in LA, I drive out of my way to train with Dane and Mike at Golden State.
Contact
19019 Hawthorne Blvd STE 200A, Torrance, CA 90503, USA
scheduleHours
Monday: 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday: 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday: 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Saturday: 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
groupCoaches & Instructors
Dane Molina
Professor / Head Instructor
First Degree Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Practicing BJJ for over 10 years, black belt since 2014. Competition accolades include Eddie Bravo Invitational Veteran, Five Grappling Champion, NAGA Champion, and NABJJF Champion. Teaches technical, detailed classes.
Mike Farrell
Professor / Kids Instructor
Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Practicing BJJ for over 10 years, black belt since 2017. Has a passion for teaching kids, with over 15 years of youth coaching experience and over 6 years teaching kids BJJ.