Channel Islands BJJ

“My daughter has trained at Channel Islands with Professor Jonatas for two years (starting when she was 9) and I've seen her develop a more solid relationship with her own body and how to use it. The training environment is supportive and positive, while teaching the students about respecting their environment and fellow students. Professor Jonatas teaches the kids how to push themselves while learning their own limits. And out of two years of twice a week classes, my daughter has been excited to go to each class, which is pretty amazing. We're excited for the new weekly class for 8-12 year olds.”

“I have been wanting to join a BJJ academy for years, however, I was apprehensive due to some of the hot headed and ego driven people I've witnessed in professional MMA. Last year, I started both of my daughters (5 & 8 years old) at Channel Islands BJJ with the intention of helping them build self confidence, and I am already seeing them becoming more mentally strong and more resilient to life's challenges. The environment that professor Jonatas has cultivated is more like a family, void of ego and selfishness, as we all rise together. I started attending adult classes a few months ago and now I am completely hooked. I am a life long surfer and this is the perfect balance of cross training I have been looking for. This has been life changing for me as it gives me something to strive to excel at and an outlet for me to excersice when the waves get bad. As professor Jonatas says, the mornings are for surfing and the evenings are for jiu Jitsu (or really he said " you can't surf at night!")”

“Channel Islands Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Ventura has been absolutely amazing for our family. Our whole family takes classes with Professor Jonatas and it’s been great exercise and self defense training. Our daughters are more confident and we’ve seen such a transformation since joining the academy. We’ve enjoyed competing in BJJ tournaments and the supportive family environment this academy provides. 10/10 highly recommend!”

“My nearly 18 year old son has been training with Jonatas for nearly five years - years that are so formative and it has had such a tremendous impact on him. I joined 9 months ago and as an older female I feel completely safe in this academy and would highly recommend it for anyone - any age - any fitness level. The great encouragement of Professor Jonatas is matched by the warm community there. We are fortunate to have such direct access to such an amazing instructor who fosters the safe family environment.”

“A great place to learn BJJ. I have been looking to learn jiujitsu for years and finally I found the right place, A highly awarded and knowledgeable head coach and a familiar atmosphere where everyone is willing to teach you. Highly recommended”