Lion Heart Jiu Jitsu Academy

I came in for a drop-in lunch class and the instructor taught a great class with awesome details. The whole school had a great vibe with awesome students.

As soon as I walked into the academy, I was immediately surprised by the space and training environment that Lion Heart Jiu Jitsu provides. The mats are well-sized and both the instructors and students immediately welcomed me with open arms. The instruction was spot on as we went over more intermediate concepts that require a keen eye for detail. Lastly, the rolls were tough but safe: each roll was competitive yet no one was cranking or forcing any submission attempts. Overall, I had a great time at Lion Heart Jiu Jitsu and I highly recommend for folks visiting the Pasadena area to train here. Thank you again Jason and David for the awesome experience!

Visiting from out of town as I am, or if it’s your first lesson ever, this is a great and unintimidating place to be new. I left a vm at the listed number and got in contact quickly with Jeremy who answered a bunch of questions for me. Once in class coaches Paul and Ben were excellent and I enjoyed the drills and rolling. Obviously if you’re from the area, I’d recommend it long term too. There was a big group of people in the day class.

I came here thinking I was going to be beat up on my first day. it DID NOT happen. I don't like how everyone is so nice. I need a place where people are mean and where the mats are not cleaned all the time. All the coaches and students have been too helpful in teaching me moves down to the finest details, and frankly I don't like it. I don't understand why they couldn't just toss me in with 5 people at a time and learn it the hard tough way. If you're looking for a 5 star place that's clean, friendly, and will hold your hand and teach you things the right way to become successful at jujitsu, then be my guest and come here. But I'm leaving this 5 star review in utter disbelief that it's not a 1 star place that has the mean and intimidating atmosphere that tough guys like me need.

This place is great! I agree with everybody else. The vibe is awesome, and the coaches are welcoming and friendly. Come check out this gym!