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Claudio Franca Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Watsonville
4.6 ★★★★★ 23 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Watsonville, California
Plan your first class
- Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth muay thai classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Fitness & conditioning muay thai fitness and cardio classes — a serious workout you can do without ever having to spar
- Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule claudiofrancabjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (831) 288-0722
Hours
| Monday | 12–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 9–10:30 AM, 3–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 12–8 PM |
| Thursday | 9–10:30 AM, 3–9 PM |
| Friday | 5–8 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–1:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“One of my sons started first, loved it so much (and got so good at rolling up his siblings) that now two of his other siblings take too.”
Other martial arts here
“Plus they offer Kickboxing; with classes for all ages.”
“An awesome Jiu-Jitsu academy with great energy, high level technique and effective instruction.”
What members say
“Brad is an amazing coach and makes for a very welcoming atmosphere.”
“Brad is an amazing coach and makes for a very welcoming atmosphere.”
“The Professors that teach here are down to earth, love the kids, and have a great attitude.”
“One of my sons started first, loved it so much (and got so good at rolling up his siblings) that now two of his other siblings take too.”
From the reviews
Our whole family loves this place. One of my sons started first, loved it so much (and got so good at rolling up his siblings) that now two of his other siblings take too. The coaches are great and really show up for your kids. They even come to the tournaments and coach them there.
Amazing gym, great training and awesome people. We did a drop in and got a warm welcome. Everyone was very down to earth and all the training partners were super nice and helpful. Great instruction, very technical, and class was well organized. Totally coming back. oss🤙🏽
An awesome Jiu-Jitsu academy with great energy, high level technique and effective instruction. This was Jer Jr's school and with his banner above the instructor room, he still watches over the school every day.
I’m new to the gym, and a relatively out of shape guy. The support from the trainers and members has been outstanding! Brad is an amazing coach and makes for a very welcoming atmosphere. Thank you!!!
New to muay thai? Start at Claudio Franca Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Watsonville
Claudio Franca Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Watsonville comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. If you've never thrown a punch or a kick, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale the conditioning to you. Second, you won't be thrown into sparring — reputable gyms build fundamentals (stance, footwork, and the basic strikes of the "art of eight limbs") for weeks before any contact, and sparring stays optional. Third, all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first muay thai class at Claudio Franca Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Watsonville
Nervous about walking into a muay thai gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling the basics on pads and bags — not fighting. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: shorts or athletic wear and a t-shirt; you'll train barefoot on the mats. What to bring: water and hand wraps if you have them — many gyms lend gloves for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gloves, wraps, a mouthguard, and shin guards. Sparring is optional and comes later, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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