Soca Brazilian Jiu Jitsu San Diego - Rancho Bernardo

9.00
16558 Bernardo Center Dr, San Diego, CA 92128
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About

SOCA Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Rancho Bernardo, San Diego, is led by Professor Bruno, a third-degree black belt from Brazil, and his wife Lika, creating a welcoming environment that combines technical excellence with a strong family atmosphere. The academy offers a comprehensive program including kids' classes, adult BJJ, women's classes, and Muay Thai, all taught in a spacious, clean facility. The instruction team includes multiple black belts who provide detailed, patient guidance while maintaining a supportive learning environment.

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9.00/10

Our weighted 10-point scoring system for martial arts academies prioritizes instruction quality, training environment, and overall student experience.

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Scores above 9.00 denote world-class quality, signifying premier martial arts training experiences.

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9.50
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9.00
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9.50
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Value for Money imageValue for Money
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Location and Accessibility imageLocation & Accessibility
8.50

Public Review Sentiment

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Based on 85 Google Reviews
The academy consistently receives outstanding reviews, with students particularly praising the welcoming atmosphere, quality of instruction, and family-friendly environment, maintaining an exceptionally high satisfaction rate across multiple years of reviews.
Last Updated 2 Mar 2025

Instructors

The instruction team is led by Professor Bruno, a third-degree black belt from Brazil, known for his technical expertise and patient teaching style. The academy features multiple black belt instructors who provide detailed instruction and maintain a supportive learning environment.

Facility

The academy features a spacious, clean training area with modern amenities and equipment. The facility is well-maintained and provides ample mat space for comfortable training.

Pricing

While specific pricing information isn't publicly available, students consistently mention fair and competitive rates. The academy offers various membership options to accommodate different training needs.

Facility

Well MaintainedSpaciousMatted Training AreaChanging RoomsFree WeightsPunching BagsGym Equipment

Gym

Mixed AtmosphereWelcoming VibeExcellent Safety

Instructors

ExperiencedPatientTechnicalSupportiveFamily-oriented

Classes

GiNo-GiCompetitionAdvancedOpen matKids ClassesAdult friendlyWomen only

Pricing

Good ValueFree trialUnclear Pricing

The academy offers a free trial class to new students, allowing them to experience the training environment and instruction quality firsthand.

Location

Ample ParkingGood Accessibility

Opening Hours

Open now
Monday 11AM - 12:30PM, 3:30 - 8:30PM
Tuesday 6 - 7AM, 11AM - 12:30PM, 3 - 8:30PM
Wednesday 11AM - 12:30PM, 3:30 - 8:30PM
Thursday (Today)6 - 7AM, 3 - 8:30PM
Friday 11AM - 12:30PM, 3:30 - 6PM
Saturday 9AM - 12:30PM
Sunday Closed

Location

Conveniently located in Rancho Bernardo, San Diego, with easy access for residents in the surrounding areas.

Address

16558 Bernardo Center Dr, San Diego, CA 92128

Website

https://www.socabjjsandiego.com/

Phone

1 858-900-6500

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this gym suitable for complete beginners?

Yes, the gym is very welcoming to beginners with patient instructors and a supportive environment.

What age can children start training?

Children can start as young as 3 years old in the Mini Grapplers program.

Do you need to be in good shape to start?

No, you can start at any fitness level as the training will help you improve gradually.