Grappler's Retreat - Mendocino Coast, California
118 S. Main St.
Fort Bragg, CA 95437
ph: (707) 937-6092
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Class Schedule
Our Submission Grappling and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Program provides regularly scheduled classes for residents of the Mendocino coast. These classes are instructed by the Grapplers Retreat home instructors.
Our Open Training Camps are run by visiting instructors from around the world.
Mendocino Coast Residents: Beginners are always welcome. Your 1st class is FREE. Come in before a scheduled class and we'll be happy to give you an overview of our program, and when you're ready we'll schedule an appointment for your 1st class. For more info, it's best to stop in 15 minutes before any of our scheduled classes begin.
Adult & Teen Training Schedule
Monday: 7:30pm - 9:00pm (grappling class, instruction + sparring)
Tuesday: 8:00pm - 9:00pm (sparring only, not open to new students)
Wednesday: 7:30pm - 9:00pm (grappling class, instruction + sparring)
Thursday: 8:00pm - 9:00pm (sparring only, not open to new students)
Saturday: 11:00am - 12:30pm (grappling class, instruction + sparring)
*Private Lessons available by appointment*
Residents of the Mendocino coast: try your first class FREE.
Our training program is open to adults and teenagers (ages 13+).
Membership Program - Monthly Fees
- Adult Program Membership: sliding scale, $80-120/month (you decide what you can afford to pay). Members may attend all classes; most attend 2 classes per week.
- Teenagers (13-17) joining the adult program: $70/month for unlimited training
Visitors and non-members are welcome to join our classes as well. The fee for visitors (or locals who do not maintain a monthly membership) is $15/class (permanent residents of the Mendocino coast may try their first class for free).
Private Instruction: Private lessons are available by appointment. The rate is $50 for a 1-hour session or $65 for a 1.5 hour session (up to 2 people may share a private lesson - add $20 for each additional person after the first 2).
A Typical Grappling Class
Stretching and Conditioning: Each class begins with a 15-20 minute stretching and warm-up session. The purpose of this portion of class is to minimize the chances of strains or other such injuries during training, and to mentally prepare and "wake-up" for the forthcoming instruction. The warm-up includes several movement drills that help students develop core strength and effective body movement for grappling.
Group Instruction: The warm-up is followed by group instruction. During this period, one or two ground-fighting situations are analyzed, and students pair off to practice the techniques taught by the instructor. During this portion of class, the instructor will demonstrate two or three grappling techniques and concepts. Techniques can include: submission holds, positions, transitions, escapes, reversals, and counters. The instructor, with the aid of an assistant instructor or student, will generally begin with a demonstration of the technique. After demonstrating the technique, the students pair off and practice the technique (often through limited-resistance drills). The instructor will observe the students to ensure proper form.
Sparring (optional): Each class ends with free sparring (always optional). This is sometimes referred to as "rolling" or “open mat”. The purpose of this portion of class is to allow students to develop the ability to apply the cumulative lessons of class in realistic situations. The students will pair off and engage in free-form grappling. All grappling will be loosely supervised by the instructor in order to encourage good form and proper application of techniques. In addition, the instructor will “roll” with all of the students on a regular basis in order to evaluate progress and give students the opportunity to train with their teacher. By including free-form grappling in each session, students are given a chance to maximize their practical application of all submission grappling techniques.
Things to Remember before Class
- Grappling is a close contact sport, so please ensure proper hygiene. Try to shower and brush your teeth before class.
- Never walk on the mats with your shoes on. If you step off the mat and plan on returning, be sure to put your shoes back on before going in the bathroom or outside.
- Keep your toe nails and finger nails trimmed short at all times to avoid scratching your partners or injuring yourself.
- Wear a clean pair of workout clothes to each class (shorts and a t-shirt are fine for the no-gi classes).
- Be sure to remove any piercings or jewelry before class.
- Avoid wearing loose clothing, especially with pockets or straps, as fingers and toes can easily get caught (rashguard tops and grappling/athletic shorts are recommended for both men and women).
- Inform the instructor of any pre-existing injuries before class.
- Bring a water bottle to class.
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Adult Monthly Membership Payment
Students may pay monthly fees online with a debit/credit card via PayPal. You do not need to have a PayPal account to use PayPal. The feature allows you to skip the log-in and pay directly with a credit/debit card (Visa, Mastercard, or American Express--or directly through your bank account). All payments are secure and go through PayPal; none of your banking information is received or processed by Grapplers Retreat.
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Teenager (ages 13-17) Monthly Membership Payment
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118 S. Main St.
Fort Bragg, CA 95437
ph: (707) 937-6092
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