Manuel Escarrega
Nov 21, 2023
“Coach Rich is an awesome person. His coaching and attention to detail are second to none. Every kid should be so lucky to have him as a coach. Forever grateful”
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5.0 stars from 8 reviews suggest a strong local reputation. Use the contact card for directions, training hours, and the best next step in South Pasadena, CA.
Student Testimonials
Nov 21, 2023
“Coach Rich is an awesome person. His coaching and attention to detail are second to none. Every kid should be so lucky to have him as a coach. Forever grateful”
Dec 7, 2023
“My son has been coming here for over a year now, and it's become his favorite thing to do. Coach Rich has created a great jiu jitsu school for kids. His pricing is beyond fair, and the ability for your child to take as many classes as you want is amazing. He and his coaches are very good with the kids, adjusting their style to each of the kid's needs. Schedule is also very parent friendly, with evening and weekend classes to help fit in your busy schedules. Try it out, it's been great for our son!”
May 30, 2024
“I've been training no-gi jiujitsu at Groundworks for a few months now, and I can confidently say that my experience with Coach Rich has been nothing short of phenomenal. From the moment I stepped into the academy, I felt welcomed and encouraged to push my limits. Coach Rich brings a unique blend of expertise, passion, and patience to every class. His deep understanding of jiujitsu techniques is evident in the way he breaks down complex moves into manageable steps, ensuring that even beginners like myself can grasp them effectively. He also goes above and beyond to provide personalized guidance and feedback, helping me refine my skills and reach my full potential. I can't recommend Coach Rich and Groundworks JJ Academy highly enough. P.S. I am writing this review as an adult practitioner in the adults program (not youth/kids)”
Apr 11, 2025
“Update: 1.5 years later and this is still true. It's an amazing community. Coaches are amazingly patient, community is loving.”
Sep 28, 2022
“Today my 6 yr old son tried Jiu Jitsu... and asked to stay for a second class! So far, so good!”
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