Eidson Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
About
Eidson Brazilian Jiu Jitsu offers comprehensive training in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Judo, and MMA in San Diego. The gym is led by Head Instructor and Owner Andrew Eidson, a 3rd-degree black belt in BJJ and black belt in Judo, who provides expert instruction across all disciplines. The facility maintains a clean, professional environment suitable for both individual training and family participation, with programs designed for all skill levels from beginners to competition-focused athletes. Members consistently highlight the gym's family-friendly atmosphere and supportive community, making it an ideal setting for personal growth and skill development.
Reviewers frequently praise the attentive coaching style, where instructors pay close attention to each student, ensuring proper technique and motivation. Many members, including families with children as young as four years old, appreciate the safe and welcoming environment that fosters confidence, discipline, and resilience. The gym's emphasis on fundamental skills and quality time spent with higher belts helps students build both physical abilities and character. Whether seeking self-defense training, fitness improvement, or competitive preparation, members find a nurturing space that feels like joining a supportive community rather than just a martial arts school.
The training experience at Eidson Brazilian Jiu Jitsu extends beyond technical instruction to include lasting friendships and personal development. Members report that children particularly thrive in this environment, gaining confidence to handle real-world situations like bullying while having fun learning new skills. Adult practitioners value the balance of professional knowledge and community support, with many training at the gym for years. The combination of expert coaching, family-oriented programming, and a disciplined yet welcoming atmosphere creates a comprehensive martial arts experience that serves diverse goals from recreational training to serious skill development.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members consistently praise the family-friendly atmosphere and supportive community that makes training feel welcoming for all ages. They highlight exceptional coaching, particularly from Andrew Eidson and Paulo, who provide attentive instruction and help students build confidence and discipline. Reviewers mention that children thrive in the safe environment, gaining practical self-defense skills and resilience while having fun. Many members have trained for years, valuing both the technical instruction and lasting friendships developed at the gym.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (5)
Mike Fenston
8 months ago
My son got bored with swim team so wanted to get him into something more challenging as he loves learning new things. Took the trial class today and signed him up after getting buy in from son. Studio is clean and the instructors are paying close attention at all times / keeping everyone motivated. Less gaming, more BJJ is the plan lol.
Ro Fitness
2 years ago
Absolutely love this Jiu Jitsu school! My son has been attending for a year, and he's not only passionate about the classes but has also gained incredible confidence. The family-friendly atmosphere is welcoming, making every session feel like joining a supportive community. The instructors are phenomenal, fostering a sense of respect, discipline, and personal growth among the students. It's more than just martial arts; it's about building character and resilience. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a nurturing environment for their child to thrive in both physically and mentally. Truly a fantastic experience!
Eric Carminati
a year ago
I've been training with Andrew at Eidson Brazilian Jiu Jitsu since 2005, and my experience has been nothing short of incredible. Not only have I learned valuable self-defense techniques, but I've also made many lasting friendships along the way. This gym is a fantastic place for kids to build confidence in a safe, welcoming and family-oriented environment. Andrew pays close attention to each of the kids, ensuring they have a blast while learning important skills and techniques . Whether your goal is to focus on competition training, get in shape, or simply learn self-defense, this is the place for you. If you have kids, they will love it here. And if you're considering it for yourself, it's never too late to start. I highly recommend Eidson Brazilian Jiu Jitsu to anyone looking for a supportive and engaging training community.
Sara Bi
a year ago
Eidson is a great place to learn both Judo and Jiujitsu. Place is beginner friendly and the higher belts spends quality time on helping me improve on fundamentals. My whole family (4 year old, 6 year old, me and husband) all practice at Eidson. We first enrolled our daughter for self defense purposes at school. She was able to use what she learned to overcome a bully. I can’t say enough nice things about Sensei Andrew and Paulo. These guys are the real deal and we look forward to building grit, resilience and technique in Judo and Jiujitsu at Eidson.
Elena Zh
3 months ago
My son has been going to Eidson Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for three years now, and he absolutely loves the place. All the coaches are extremely professional and knowledgeable, and they create a supportive, disciplined environment that helps students grow both in skill and confidence.
Contact
9926 Carmel Mountain Rd b, San Diego, CA 92129, USA
scheduleHours
Monday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 1:30 PM
Sunday: Closed
groupCoaches & Instructors
Andrew Eidson
Head Instructor / Owner
3rd-degree black belt in BJJ, black belt in Judo
Started Judo in 1992, BJJ in 1999 under Paulo Fernando Agusto. Earned black belts in both arts, tested in São Paulo. Former assistant instructor at a large San Diego academy.