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Roll Dogs Jiu-Jitsu

5 ★★★★★ 56 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Cathedral City, California

Muay Thai gym Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons Fight team

Plan your first class

  • 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
  • Private lessons private, one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
  • Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule rolldogsjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (760) 993-3779

Hours

Monday 11 AM–9 PM
Tuesday 11 AM–9 PM
Wednesday 11 AM–9 PM
Thursday 11 AM–9 PM
Friday 11 AM–9 PM
Saturday 11 AM–3 PM
Sunday 12–2 PM

Hours shift for holidays, seminars, and open-gym times — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Muay thai classes on the schedule at Roll Dogs Jiu-Jitsu, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌱 Beginner Muay Thai 3 mentions

“I would recommend his school to adults & children for many reasons, one being Professor Kurt focuses on your individual goals and has a curriculum for all levels.”

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🧒 Kids Muay Thai 18 mentions

“I would recommend his school to adults & children for many reasons, one being Professor Kurt focuses on your individual goals and has a curriculum for all levels.”

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👤 Private Lessons

“Professor Kurt graciously accepted me and my friend as out of town guests for a private lesson.”

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🏆 Fight Team 3 mentions

“The kids currently will be getting ready to compete in a jujitsu tournament in April.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 5 mentions

“He’s great with all age groups, helpful in meeting your goal whether it’s self defense or competition and promotes team work amongst the students.”

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Other martial arts here

Muay thai gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at Roll Dogs Jiu-Jitsu — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) 12 mentions

“Professor Kurt and Efren have taught me to be a better jiu jitsu practitioner in the past year I’ve been there since I’ve been training for 3 years prior.”

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🏟️ MMA 2 mentions

“I have both my kids going there and they enjoy learning the different styles of MMA, jujitsu and Muay Thai.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want BJJ, boxing, or MMA alongside muay thai, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 56 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, authentic coaching 5 mentions

“Professor Kurt is an amazing instructor he’s very professional, knowledgeable, and truly focused on each student’s goals.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 5 mentions

“I would recommend his school to adults & children for many reasons, one being Professor Kurt focuses on your individual goals and has a curriculum for all levels.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly gym 7 mentions

“The place is very nice and friendly it is family like and they are amazing and great teachers I’m glad that my daughter loves this Jiu Jitsu school!”

📘 real technique & fundamentals 5 mentions

“They take the time to explain and work with you to help you improve your techniques from experienced to beginners thumbs up.”

🧒 strong kids program 2 mentions

“The place is very nice and friendly it is family like and they are amazing and great teachers I’m glad that my daughter loves this Jiu Jitsu school!”

🥊 legit sparring & fight team 5 mentions

“He’s great with all age groups, helpful in meeting your goal whether it’s self defense or competition and promotes team work amongst the students.”

From the reviews

Roll Dogs is an excellent school. Family run with Coach K. Rojo, Coach assistant son in law Efren and daughter Jojo Rojo. I have both my kids going there and they enjoy learning the different styles of MMA, jujitsu and Muay Thai.

★★★★★ — Albert, Feb 2026

Kurt has exceptional experience and knowledge in Jiu Jitsu. He’s patient and thorough in his teachings to ensure as a student you learn it properly. He’s great with all age groups, helpful in meeting your goal whether it’s self defense or competition and promotes team work amongst the students.

★★★★★ — Dirk, Feb 2026

My son joined the Roll Dogs a few months ago and we love it! He enjoys coming to the Jiu Jitsu and Muay Thai classes. Coach Kurt, his wife and Coach Efren are amazing people! Definitely recommend this amazing place!

★★★★★ — Diana, Jun 2026

I’ve been training under professor Kurt for about seven years now. Very knowledgeable and has a very realistic approach to the sport and self-defense. The atmosphere is very inviting, good for beginners and people looking for a new school. I bring all of my kids here.

★★★★★ — J, Apr 2025

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New to muay thai? Start at Roll Dogs Jiu-Jitsu

Roll Dogs 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.

Check beginner classes on their site

Your first muay thai class at Roll Dogs 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.

Muay thai is a contact sport. Ease in, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Roll Dogs Jiu-Jitsu

67555 E Palm Canyon Dr F107, Cathedral City, CA92234

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