Business Details
24 Years
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World-Class Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & MMA Training in Long Beach
Established in 2002, Brazilian Top Team of Long Beach provides world-class Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, and Mixed Martial Arts instruction rooted in a legacy of competition, lineage, and tradition. Our academy, part of the global Brazilian Top Team network founded by UFC champion Murilo Bustamante, offers a team-oriented environment with high-caliber training partners. We cater to students of all levels, from recreational learners to competitive athletes, emphasizing technical excellence and personal growth. Our instructors, including 4th-degree black belt Marcelo Perdomo, bring decades of experience and a proven track record in martial arts education. We prioritize fostering a supportive community that upholds the values of discipline, respect, and perseverance inherent in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.With a lineage tracing back to Mitsuyo Maeda and the Gracie family, our academy preserves authentic techniques while adapting to modern training standards. Our commitment to quality instruction has earned recognition as Long Beach's premier BJJ and MMA team, evidenced by our 2019 Long Beach International Open Championship title. We offer private lessons, flexible class schedules, and programs tailored for kids, women, and adults, ensuring accessible training for diverse needs. Our facility in Signal Hill, CA, serves as a hub for martial artists seeking technical mastery and personal development through traditional combat sports disciplines.
Services
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Muay Thai
Mixed Martial Arts
Women's Self Defense
Kids Self Defense
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We offer instruction from UFC champion Murilo Bustamante's lineage holders
- Our academy produced 2019 Long Beach International Open Champions
- We maintain authentic Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu traditions from the Gracie family
- Our team atmosphere fosters growth for recreational and competitive students
- Private lessons available with world-class instructors
What people say
World-class instructors
Competitive excellence
Supportive community
Family-friendly environment
Technical proficiency
Services
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Our Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program develops technical proficiency through structured curriculum and live sparring. Students learn ground fighting techniques, positional control, and submission holds rooted in Gracie tradition. The program builds physical conditioning, strategic thinking, and self-defense capabilities for practitioners aged 13 and older.
Mixed Martial Arts
Our MMA program integrates striking, grappling, and wrestling techniques for comprehensive combat sports preparation. Athletes train in stand-up striking using Muay Thai and boxing fundamentals combined with Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu ground fighting. The curriculum prepares students for competitive cage fighting while emphasizing safety and technical precision.
Muay Thai
Our Muay Thai instruction focuses on traditional stand-up striking techniques using fists, elbows, knees, and shins. Students develop powerful striking combinations, defensive footwork, and clinch fighting skills. The program emphasizes cardiovascular conditioning and proper technique execution for both self-defense and competitive applications.
Women's Self Defense
This specialized program teaches practical self-defense techniques tailored for women's safety scenarios. Students learn escape strategies, striking methods, and situational awareness principles. The curriculum emphasizes real-world applications and confidence-building through scenario-based training exercises.
Kids Self Defense
Our youth program introduces children to martial arts fundamentals through age-appropriate self-defense techniques. Students develop discipline, focus, and physical coordination while learning safe, non-violent conflict resolution strategies. The curriculum incorporates character-building elements through structured belt progression.
People
Murilo Bustamante
Co-Founder
7th Degree Coral Belt under Carlson Gracie and UFC Middleweight Champion. Co-founder of Brazilian Top Team, Murilo brings decades of competitive experience and technical expertise to our academy's instruction.
Marcelo Perdomo
Head Instructor
4th Degree Black Belt under Murilo Bustamante and Head of Brazilian Top Team Long Beach. Marcelo oversees daily operations and instruction, maintaining the academy's high technical standards and competitive excellence.
Questions
What martial arts styles do you teach?
We offer Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, Mixed Martial Arts, Women's Self Defense, and Kids Self Defense programs.
Are there classes for beginners?
Yes, all our programs accept beginners with structured curriculum for progressive skill development.
What are your instructors' qualifications?
Our instructors hold black belts from Brazilian Top Team lineage, including UFC champions and international competitors.
Do you offer private lessons?
Private lessons are available upon request with our senior instructors based on availability.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Long Beach and Signal Hill areas from our Dawson Avenue location.
What makes you different from other gyms?
Our unique combination of legendary Brazilian lineage, competitive success, and team-focused environment distinguishes us from typical commercial gyms.
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Reviews (5)
Ohana Bros
Jan 27, 2022
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Positive:Communication,Professionalism,Quality,Value
Marcelo is a force of a nature. Great gym, amazing team, and respectful atmosphere. My kids come to train BJJ as well and have come to love the teaching. I appreciate how the childrens classes reinforce the fundamentals letting children receive great instruction and material without sugar coating techniques.
Marcelo is a force of a nature. Great gym, amazing team, and respectful atmosphere. My kids come to train BJJ as well and have come to love the teaching. I appreciate how the childrens classes reinforce the fundamentals letting children receive great instruction and material without sugar coating techniques.
Adam Velazquez
Jan 22, 2022
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Great support from teammates and coaches. Beginner or experienced its great all around for whatever goals you want to complete.
Cena Rn
Jan 17, 2022
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My 13yo daughter has been going here for a few months and we live it. The people that run this place are amazing, the coaches truly care and are very attentive, and the parents are all really good people. The kids here are all so well behaved and they all really love participating in martial arts. So many positive and welcoming vibes here. My daughter was embraced into the family right away. We love the decision we made in joining BTT.
Jay Lopez
Sep 19, 2021
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Positive:Quality
The professors are extremely knowledgeable and there is a plethora of people to roll with. This is a candid from after class from 3 black belts discussing fine details. This is the caliber you encounter here at BTT Long Beach.
The professors are extremely knowledgeable and there is a plethora of people to roll with. This is a candid from after class from 3 black belts discussing fine details. This is the caliber you encounter here at BTT Long Beach.
Chadwick
Sep 13, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism
Great coach and great training partners. Very professionally ran team. If you're looking to seriously learn BJJ and MMA, I can't recommend here enough.
Great coach and great training partners. Very professionally ran team. If you're looking to seriously learn BJJ and MMA, I can't recommend here enough.
