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Guillobel Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 84 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in San Clemente, 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
- Women's classes dedicated women's muay thai classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule guillobeldojo.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 949-366-2107
Hours
| Monday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 8:15–11 am |
| Sunday | 9:30–10:30 am |
The classes they run
“The atmosphere is both welcoming and motivating, making it perfect for beginners and advanced practitioners alike.”
“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A lifelong mentor and incredible instructor I’ve known Sensei Paulo Guillobel since I was a kid back in Brazil.”
“My husband enjoys the adult Co-ed classes and I have been loving the women’s only classes.”
“He was one of the first people to ever put me on the mats, before I even became a teenager.”
“I came for self-defense but I got more than I can ask for.”
Other martial arts here
“I have been training there for approximately three months and boxing Muay Thai kickboxing wrestling judo in San Clemente.”
“I have been training there for approximately three months and boxing Muay Thai kickboxing wrestling judo in San Clemente.”
“Guillobel is the place you want to take your child or even yourself to if looking for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu lessons, competitions and friends alike!”
“Very clean and state of the art, providing kids Muay Thai, Wrestling, boxing and MMA.”
“I have been training there for approximately three months and boxing Muay Thai kickboxing wrestling judo in San Clemente.”
“I have been training there for approximately three months and boxing Muay Thai kickboxing wrestling judo in San Clemente.”
What members say
“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A lifelong mentor and incredible instructor I’ve known Sensei Paulo Guillobel since I was a kid back in Brazil.”
“The atmosphere is both welcoming and motivating, making it perfect for beginners and advanced practitioners alike.”
“Sensei Paulo, Sensei Andre(Pretzel) and The entire staff and students alike have been amazing and become part of our family.”
“The instructors are world-class, not just in technique but in the way they teach and support each student’s journey.”
“The instruction and oversight by the academy helped my children progress and they love training here.”
“The facilities are clean and well-maintained, and the class schedule is flexible with plenty of options.”
From the reviews
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A lifelong mentor and incredible instructor I’ve known Sensei Paulo Guillobel since I was a kid back in Brazil. He was one of the first people to ever put me on the mats, before I even became a teenager.
Guillobel has been a staple for my family going on 4 years now. Since starting here I have seen my son gain more focus and my daughter gain more confidence. My husband enjoys the adult Co-ed classes and I have been loving the women’s only classes.
An amazing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gym ! The atmosphere is both welcoming and motivating, making it perfect for beginners and advanced practitioners alike. The instructors are highly skilled, patient, and take the time to break down techniques in detail.
If you’re in San Clemente and serious about training Jiu-Jitsu, you need to visit Sensei Paulo’s school. His teaching style is clear, technical, and always focused on helping each student grow—on and off the mats.
New to muay thai? Start at Guillobel Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Guillobel Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. 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 Guillobel Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
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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