Professional Jiu-Jitsu training in San Diego. Gi, No-Gi, wrestling, open mat sessions, and youth programs for all skill levels.
with Coach Jonathan "Sunshine" Fennell
Start your day the Legion way with our premier early morning gi class. This all-levels session is perfect for those who want to train before work or school and set a powerful tone for the day ahead.
Coach Jonathan "Sunshine" Fennell brings his characteristic enthusiasm and technical precision to every sunrise session. As a black belt with over a decade of experience, Jon has dedicated himself to mastering both Keenan Cornelius' innovative style and the art of teaching itself.
Class Structure:
Open to all skill levels. Wake up, show up, and level up with the early bird crew at Legion.
with Coach Sloan "The Caveman" Clymer
Train with one of the most formidable no-gi specialists in American jiu-jitsu. This comprehensive class features world-class curriculum from Sloan Clymer, Keenan's second-ever black belt and Legion's head no-gi instructor.
With years of experience in wrestling, MMA, and professional grappling competition, Sloan brings a multifaceted and combat-tested approach to instruction. Expect regular appearances by Legion's top competitors and coaches, creating an environment where true all-levels training happens.
Class Structure:
Previous experience recommended (5-Week Beginner Course or several months at other programs). True all-levels environment with both beginners and elite competitors on the mat.
with Coach Jonathan Fennell
The perfect midday training session for those with flexible schedules. Get a high-quality workout and technical instruction during your lunch break with Coach Sunshine.
This all-levels class offers the same detailed instruction and welcoming atmosphere that makes Jonathan one of Legion's most beloved instructors. Whether you're looking to sharpen fundamentals or explore advanced concepts, you'll find training partners at your level.
Perfect For:
All levels welcome. A great way to break up your day and return to work energized.
with Coach Austin Fraley
The most successful beginner program in America. Legion's revolutionary 5-Week Beginner Course is designed to give you 5 months' worth of skills in just 5 weeks, with a guarantee that you'll start alongside other complete beginners.
Pioneered by Legion co-founder Miha Perhavec and taught by our world-class instructors, this structured program has graduated over 1,000 students. You'll learn essential techniques in a logical progression that accelerates learning and removes the randomness found at most academies.
What Makes It Special:
Required for all new members. Perfect for complete beginners - no experience necessary. This course is the foundation of your jiu-jitsu journey at Legion.
with Legion Founder Keenan Cornelius
Train directly with one of the most accomplished and innovative grapplers in the world. Keenan Cornelius, creator of the Worm Guard and lapel guard revolution, brings his unique approach to gi jiu-jitsu to this high-level class.
As a multiple-time IBJJF World Champion, Pan-Am Champion, and 3-time ADCC medalist, Keenan was ranked #3 pound-for-pound in the world. His innovative guard systems and teaching methodology have influenced modern sport jiu-jitsu globally. This is your opportunity to learn directly from the source.
What Sets This Class Apart:
Intermediate to advanced students. This is your chance to train with one of the most respected instructors and competitors in the game. If you're in San Diego, don't miss this opportunity.
with Coach Jonathan "Sunshine" Fennell
Start your day the Legion way with our premier early morning gi class. This all-levels session is perfect for those who want to train before work or school and set a powerful tone for the day ahead.
Coach Jonathan "Sunshine" Fennell brings his characteristic enthusiasm and technical precision to every sunrise session. As a black belt with over a decade of experience, Jon has dedicated himself to mastering both Keenan Cornelius' innovative style and the art of teaching itself.
Class Structure:
Open to all skill levels. Wake up, show up, and level up with the early bird crew at Legion.
with Coach Sloan "The Caveman" Clymer
Train with one of the most formidable no-gi specialists in American jiu-jitsu. This comprehensive class features world-class curriculum from Sloan Clymer, Keenan's second-ever black belt and Legion's head no-gi instructor.
With years of experience in wrestling, MMA, and professional grappling competition, Sloan brings a multifaceted and combat-tested approach to instruction. Expect regular appearances by Legion's top competitors and coaches, creating an environment where true all-levels training happens.
Class Structure:
Previous experience recommended (5-Week Beginner Course or several months at other programs). True all-levels environment with both beginners and elite competitors on the mat.
with Coach Jonathan Fennell
Train while your kids train. It's rare for an academy to offer parents the opportunity to step on the mats at the same time as their children, but at Legion, we take full advantage of our massive 10,000 sq ft facility to make it happen.
Lead by example and get your workout in while your kids are learning. Coach Jon provides quality instruction in a time-efficient format designed specifically for busy parents. After all, jiu-jitsu is about efficiency - why not make your schedule efficient too?
Why Parents Love This Class:
Open to all skill levels. Perfect for parents who want to train but need their schedule to work with their kids' activities.
with Coach Austin Fraley
The most successful beginner program in America. Legion's revolutionary 5-Week Beginner Course is designed to give you 5 months' worth of skills in just 5 weeks, with a guarantee that you'll start alongside other complete beginners.
Pioneered by Legion co-founder Miha Perhavec and taught by our world-class instructors, this structured program has graduated over 1,000 students. You'll learn essential techniques in a logical progression that accelerates learning and removes the randomness found at most academies.
What Makes It Special:
Required for all new members. Perfect for complete beginners - no experience necessary. This course is the foundation of your jiu-jitsu journey at Legion.
with Coach Jonathan "Sunshine" Fennell
Your early morning no-gi fix. This dynamic session combines wrestling fundamentals with modern submission grappling to build a complete no-gi game from the ground up.
Coach Jon brings the same high-energy instruction that makes the gi version a morning favorite, adapted for the faster-paced, grip-fighting focused world of no-gi jiu-jitsu.
What to Expect:
All levels welcome. Come in athletic wear - rash guard recommended.
with Coach Sloan "The Caveman" Clymer
Train with one of the most formidable no-gi specialists in American jiu-jitsu. This comprehensive class features world-class curriculum from Sloan Clymer, Keenan's second-ever black belt and Legion's head no-gi instructor.
With years of experience in wrestling, MMA, and professional grappling competition, Sloan brings a multifaceted and combat-tested approach to instruction. Expect regular appearances by Legion's top competitors and coaches, creating an environment where true all-levels training happens.
Class Structure:
Previous experience recommended (5-Week Beginner Course or several months at other programs). True all-levels environment with both beginners and elite competitors on the mat.
with Coach Jonathan Fennell
The perfect midday training session for those with flexible schedules. Get a high-quality workout and technical instruction during your lunch break with Coach Sunshine.
This all-levels class offers the same detailed instruction and welcoming atmosphere that makes Jonathan one of Legion's most beloved instructors. Whether you're looking to sharpen fundamentals or explore advanced concepts, you'll find training partners at your level.
Perfect For:
All levels welcome. A great way to break up your day and return to work energized.
with Coach Austin Fraley
The most successful beginner program in America. Legion's revolutionary 5-Week Beginner Course is designed to give you 5 months' worth of skills in just 5 weeks, with a guarantee that you'll start alongside other complete beginners.
Pioneered by Legion co-founder Miha Perhavec and taught by our world-class instructors, this structured program has graduated over 1,000 students. You'll learn essential techniques in a logical progression that accelerates learning and removes the randomness found at most academies.
What Makes It Special:
Required for all new members. Perfect for complete beginners - no experience necessary. This course is the foundation of your jiu-jitsu journey at Legion.
with Legion Founder Keenan Cornelius
Train directly with one of the most accomplished and innovative grapplers in the world. Keenan Cornelius, creator of the Worm Guard and lapel guard revolution, brings his unique approach to gi jiu-jitsu to this high-level class.
As a multiple-time IBJJF World Champion, Pan-Am Champion, and 3-time ADCC medalist, Keenan was ranked #3 pound-for-pound in the world. His innovative guard systems and teaching methodology have influenced modern sport jiu-jitsu globally. This is your opportunity to learn directly from the source.
What Sets This Class Apart:
Intermediate to advanced students. This is your chance to train with one of the most respected instructors and competitors in the game. If you're in San Diego, don't miss this opportunity.
with Coach Jonathan "Sunshine" Fennell
Start your day the Legion way with our premier early morning gi class. This all-levels session is perfect for those who want to train before work or school and set a powerful tone for the day ahead.
Coach Jonathan "Sunshine" Fennell brings his characteristic enthusiasm and technical precision to every sunrise session. As a black belt with over a decade of experience, Jon has dedicated himself to mastering both Keenan Cornelius' innovative style and the art of teaching itself.
Class Structure:
Open to all skill levels. Wake up, show up, and level up with the early bird crew at Legion.
with Coach Sloan "The Caveman" Clymer
Train with one of the most formidable no-gi specialists in American jiu-jitsu. This comprehensive class features world-class curriculum from Sloan Clymer, Keenan's second-ever black belt and Legion's head no-gi instructor.
With years of experience in wrestling, MMA, and professional grappling competition, Sloan brings a multifaceted and combat-tested approach to instruction. Expect regular appearances by Legion's top competitors and coaches, creating an environment where true all-levels training happens.
Class Structure:
Previous experience recommended (5-Week Beginner Course or several months at other programs). True all-levels environment with both beginners and elite competitors on the mat.
with Coach Jonathan Fennell
Train while your kids train. It's rare for an academy to offer parents the opportunity to step on the mats at the same time as their children, but at Legion, we take full advantage of our massive 10,000 sq ft facility to make it happen.
Lead by example and get your workout in while your kids are learning. Coach Jon provides quality instruction in a time-efficient format designed specifically for busy parents. After all, jiu-jitsu is about efficiency - why not make your schedule efficient too?
Why Parents Love This Class:
Open to all skill levels. Perfect for parents who want to train but need their schedule to work with their kids' activities.
with Coach Austin Fraley
The most successful beginner program in America. Legion's revolutionary 5-Week Beginner Course is designed to give you 5 months' worth of skills in just 5 weeks, with a guarantee that you'll start alongside other complete beginners.
Pioneered by Legion co-founder Miha Perhavec and taught by our world-class instructors, this structured program has graduated over 1,000 students. You'll learn essential techniques in a logical progression that accelerates learning and removes the randomness found at most academies.
What Makes It Special:
Required for all new members. Perfect for complete beginners - no experience necessary. This course is the foundation of your jiu-jitsu journey at Legion.
with Coach Jonathan "Sunshine" Fennell
Start your day the Legion way with our premier early morning gi class. This all-levels session is perfect for those who want to train before work or school and set a powerful tone for the day ahead.
Coach Jonathan "Sunshine" Fennell brings his characteristic enthusiasm and technical precision to every sunrise session. As a black belt with over a decade of experience, Jon has dedicated himself to mastering both Keenan Cornelius' innovative style and the art of teaching itself.
Class Structure:
Open to all skill levels. Wake up, show up, and level up with the early bird crew at Legion.
with Coach Sloan "The Caveman" Clymer
Train with one of the most formidable no-gi specialists in American jiu-jitsu. This comprehensive class features world-class curriculum from Sloan Clymer, Keenan's second-ever black belt and Legion's head no-gi instructor.
With years of experience in wrestling, MMA, and professional grappling competition, Sloan brings a multifaceted and combat-tested approach to instruction. Expect regular appearances by Legion's top competitors and coaches, creating an environment where true all-levels training happens.
Class Structure:
Previous experience recommended (5-Week Beginner Course or several months at other programs). True all-levels environment with both beginners and elite competitors on the mat.
with Coach Jonathan Fennell
The perfect midday training session for those with flexible schedules. Get a high-quality workout and technical instruction during your lunch break with Coach Sunshine.
This all-levels class offers the same detailed instruction and welcoming atmosphere that makes Jonathan one of Legion's most beloved instructors. Whether you're looking to sharpen fundamentals or explore advanced concepts, you'll find training partners at your level.
Perfect For:
All levels welcome. A great way to break up your day and return to work energized.
with Coach William Robinson
Saturday morning jiu-jitsu for kids who love to train. This class provides quality instruction in a fun weekend environment where young grapplers can develop their skills and make friends who share their passion for jiu-jitsu.
Coach William Robinson creates an engaging learning atmosphere that balances technical development with the enjoyment that keeps kids coming back to the mats. Weekend Warriors is perfect for kids who want extra training time or can't make weekday classes.
Class Highlights:
For kids of all levels. Start your weekend right with jiu-jitsu at Legion.
with Coach Miha Perhavec
An innovative approach to no-gi training based on ecological dynamics and constraints-led learning. Coach Miha, best-selling author of "Modern Submission Grappling," applies cutting-edge teaching methodology to accelerate skill acquisition.
Rather than drilling predetermined techniques, this class uses games and constraints to help you discover effective movement patterns naturally. This approach, backed by motor learning research, creates adaptable grapplers who can problem-solve in real-time during sparring and competition.
Training Methodology:
All levels welcome. Experience a different approach to learning grappling with one of the sport's most innovative thinkers and educators.
with Coach Miha Perhavec
Learn takedowns and how to control after landing them from Legion co-founder and resident judo black belt Miha Perhavec. This is NOT a judo class - it's a class designed specifically to help jiu-jitsu practitioners land takedowns at will.
Miha trained with the Slovenian Olympic judo team and brings two decades of grappling experience to teach modified judo techniques that work perfectly for jiu-jitsu. Learn how to adapt classical throws for the guard-pulling, bent-over opponents you'll actually face on the mats.
What You'll Learn:
All levels welcome. One of Legion's most popular Saturday classes. Finally develop confidence in the standing game.
with Coach Mike Gardner
Advanced training for kids who want to compete and test their skills at tournaments. This open mat and competition prep class is designed for young grapplers ready to take their jiu-jitsu to the next level.
Coach Mike Gardner provides specialized instruction focused on competition strategies, tournament rules, mental preparation, and the intensive drilling needed to succeed at kids tournaments. This class creates young champions both on and off the mat.
Class Focus:
For kids with competition experience or aspirations. Open mat format allows for individualized coaching and training at each child's level.
Supervised by Legion Coaching Staff
One of the biggest open mats in San Diego. Every Sunday, grapplers from all over the region travel to Legion for this legendary training session. Both gi and no-gi training happen simultaneously on our massive 10,000 sq ft mat space.
Open mat at Legion is where the community comes together - from white belts working fundamentals to black belts preparing for major competitions. With 40+ regular attendees and frequent visitors from around the world, you'll find training partners at every level and have the opportunity to roll with some incredible grapplers.
What Makes Sunday Special:
Members and visitors welcome. Come get rounds in, work on techniques, or just enjoy the incredible training atmosphere that Legion is known for.