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Versus Fitness & Martial Arts
4.9 ★★★★★ 34 Google reviews · Judo dojo in Montebello, California
Plan your first class
- Free trial or intro class most dojos welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- 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 judo 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
- Open mat open-mat randori sessions for members to practice live — always optional and at your own pace
- Competition a competition team for members who want to test themselves in shiai (tournaments)
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule versusfitnesscenter.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 562-743-2866
Hours
| Monday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“It is privately owned and operated, has solid kids and teens programs from beginners to advanced, they offer parent and me classes, adult classes, and kickboxing.”
“It is privately owned and operated, has solid kids and teens programs from beginners to advanced, they offer parent and me classes, adult classes, and kickboxing.”
“It is privately owned and operated, has solid kids and teens programs from beginners to advanced, they offer parent and me classes, adult classes, and kickboxing.”
“It is privately owned and operated, has solid kids and teens programs from beginners to advanced, they offer parent and me classes, adult classes, and kickboxing.”
“The instructors always seek to help their students' reach their goals whether it be to compete, defend themselves in a fight, lose weight, or simply get in shape.”
Other martial arts here
“ALL children, regardless of athletic ability, get to participate here and learn Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in a safe, friendly and culturally diverse environment.”
What members say
“Coach Brian is a great bjj coach, curriculum is great!”
“It is privately owned and operated, has solid kids and teens programs from beginners to advanced, they offer parent and me classes, adult classes, and kickboxing.”
“He creates an environment where all students are respected and feel safe which allows his students to open up, have fun, and learn how to defend themselves!”
“always getting my questions answered if I’m struggling with a technique!”
“Hey coach Brian I give 5 star because it makes me sweat and it makes me stronger thanks for making this gym”
“My daughter's confidence has developed and strengthened with what she has learned and the variety of strategies Brian has provided to support her learning.”
From the reviews
I visited here while on vacation from across the country and they welcomed my son and I with open arms. I had a blast with their adults class. I had Coach Brian for the day and he was very informative. He reviewed what they’ve been working on and caught me up to speed within minutes.
I was a member of versus a little while back until I moved, came across my old shorts and figured I’d leave a review. I tried different free trials in the area and overall decided on Versus. I mainly attended their Muay Thai class, but the overall atmosphere of the gym is amazing, very welcoming and knowledgeable.
Coach Brian Armijo and his Versus staff provide the best experience a child could have in sports. ALL children, regardless of athletic ability, get to participate here and learn Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in a safe, friendly and culturally diverse environment.
Versus Fitness is a fairly new gym that is built under Brian Armijo. And although it is a new gym, coach Brian has created a positive environment in the gym along with excellent students who simply refuse to quit. I was a student under Brian for about a year before he opened Versus Fitness & Martial Arts.
New to judo? Start at Versus Fitness & Martial Arts
Versus Fitness & Martial Arts comes up as a beginner-friendly dojo — noted on their own site. If you've never stepped on a mat, 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 or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and sensei scale the intensity to you. Second, you'll start by learning to fall safely (ukemi) — reputable dojos build fundamentals (breakfalls, grips, a first throw and some groundwork) for weeks, live randori eases in gradually, and tapping early keeps everyone safe. Third, all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out, and remember to bow in and show respect (rei). Most dojos are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first judo class at Versus Fitness & Martial Arts
Nervous about walking into a judo dojo for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good sensei expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, learning to fall safely (ukemi), then drilling a throw or two and some groundwork with a partner — not hard randori. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: athletic wear you can move in (or a judogi if you have one); you'll train barefoot on the mats. What to bring: water and a mouthguard if you have one — many dojos lend a loaner judogi for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own judogi. Live randori eases in gradually, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the sensei. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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