Serao Academy - Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

I’ve been training at Serao Academy since 2017. My daughter (9 years old) and son (6 year old) also train. Only positive feelings! Coaches are amazing (coach Dan is best communicator ive met, chad, Gustavo (world class black belt), Marty. Coach Serao is a black belt who works with kids and adults! Gym strikes a balance between friendly and hard work. So many benefits: great work out, self defense, etc. it’s more than a gym and there is space for everyone regardless of your background. We all come from different backgrounds and we all have become friends. Finally, there are some serious high level Bjj practitioners here so I’m learning a lot.

I was in the area briefly and attended classes for two days. I didn’t have a lot of sparring experience but I still had a great time learning. Everyone was friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. Gustavo, one of the instructors, was great. He rolled with me and gave a lot of explicit and implicit encouragement to me for my Jiu Jitsu journey.

I started BJJ at Serao Academy and I'm so happy and grateful I picked the right place! The first few months aren't easy (you'll work hard and be challenged) but all the instructors and classmates and incredibly supportive and fun and you'll be looking forward to class each day. Then one day you'll realize how far you've come (and how much further you still have to go!). Serao Academy has a place for everyone - hobbyists to pros. Two thumbs up!

Was lucky enough to find Serao Academy when I moved to the bay area a little over 3 years ago. The academy drastically improved my game. There is always tough rolls, a variety of styles to roll with, and Leo spars with all of the students. Unfortunately had to move out of the area and the worst part was leaving Serao Academy. If your looking at schools in the area, you won't find a better one than Serao Academy. Great school and awesome environment.

Serao Academy is excellent! I trained there and so did my young son. We both loved it, and never would have left if not for moving across the country. We’re still searching in our new area for an Academy that offers the same blend of extremely high quality instruction, competitive-yet-always-friendly class mates, and all-around great atmosphere.