Ralph Gracie Richmond

I’ve been training at Ralph Gracie Richmond Jiu Jitsu Academy for a few months now, and it’s hands-down the best BJJ spot in the Bay Area. The facility is spotless, the community welcoming, and the instruction top-tier. Special shoutout to Professor Igor Estrella—a 3rd-degree black belt with world-class expertise, with an approach that makes every class accessible yet challenging for all levels. If you’re serious about Jiu Jitsu, you should check it out. 5 stars!

My grandson has been at the academy since he was four years old, he is nine now. He has made a lot of personal growth through his experience here. Respect, discipline, consistency and being a part of a community are all things that he has learned and experienced here. My granddaughter has been at the academy since she was four years old, she is now six. She has taken to the structure and discipline at the academy. Her progress with confidence, strength and technique has been amazing! She will be participating in her first competition in the near future. The families who come here are kind and many are actively participating in Juijitsu as a family. There is a very supportive and inclusive atmosphere here. Martha S.

I remember when I first started jiu jitsu a little over a year ago, I was the only girl at the 6am class. Professor Igor and the other guys in class were very welcoming and it wasn't intimidating at all! Since then, more women's classes have been added and it's always exciting to see more women on the mat! Everyone here has been super kind and helpful. Prof. Igor is a great teacher, always encouraging and very patient.

Ralph Gracie Richmond is the best gym in the Bay Area, the real Jiu-Jitsu coming from the Gracie family! If you are looking for a gym to train Jiu Jitsu, you have just found it. Igor is an excellent teacher, very patient and with incredible teaching skills and the gym is super clean and organized! I highly recommend him.

Congratulations to Igor and Elise for dedication to the opening of the academy. It was perfect, It's a pleasure to my son learning with you, in this family environment. thank you professor Igor for learning jiu jitsu and also making the children smile, I highly recommend Ralph Gracie Richmond.