Brazilian Jiu Jitsu – BJJ in Mission Viejo at the Ralph Gracie Academy was created with the idea to welcome people from all walks of life. From learning one of the most effective martial arts, to getting an incredible work out, people can come to this academy and truly feel welcomed. Our students are open minded and driven to try something different.

Today more people across the world turn to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu when looking for the opportunity to learn and succeed in something new and exciting. Made popular by Mixed Martial Arts on TV, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu has earned its place in American Sports.

Since that fateful day when when Royce Gracie won the first Ultimate Fighter Championship (UCF) in 1993, BJJ has had tremendous influence. From the world of pay-per-view to the barracks of Fort Bragg (whom now uses BJJ for its hand to hand combat training),  BJJ schools are popping up all over the world . With the UFC’s continued record sellout crowds around the globe,  coupled with every branch of Military teaching BJJ, its understandable why so many believe BJJ to not only be the fastest growing sport in the world, but the most effective form of self-defense and martial arts today.