Darcio Lira Jiu JItsu

Livermore, United States

4.7

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15 reviews

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+1 925-549-1590
Website:
www.darciolirajiujitsu.com
Address:
1601 Railroad Ave, Livermore, CA, 94551
Nearby public transportation stops & stations:
0.6 miLivermore Station
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Accepts Credit Cards
Yes
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Good for Kids
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Today

Today 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Closed now
Local time (Livermore) 10:03 PM Thursday, June 26, 2025

Business hours

Monday 9:00 am – 12:30 pm
5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Tuesday 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Wednesday 9:00 am – 12:30 pm
5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Thursday 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Friday 9:00 am – 12:30 pm
5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Saturday 9:00 am – 11:30 am
Sunday –

Description

Specialties

Darcio Lira Jiu Jitsu specializes in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts (MMA). Our martial arts academy teaches men, woman and children in both competitive martial arts and street self defense. We are one of the largest facilities on the San Francisco Bay Area. Darcio Lira Jiu Jitsu’s head instructor is Darlynson Lira from Fortaleza, Brazil. Professor Lira also is a competitive Mixed Martial Artist and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu competitor. Sensei Darlyson Lira has won many competitions in Brazil and has come to the United States to teach his families martial arts. Sensei Darlynson Lira’s father, Master Darcio Lira, is a 9th degree red belt in Brazil. The school is family friendly and we excel in teaching kids. With only 2 years in business, Darcio Lira Jiu Jitsu has one many MMA and BJJ competitions in California. We teach Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Boxing, Muay Thai, cardio kickboxing, and mixed martial arts.

History

Established in 2008.

Darlynson Lira came from Brazil to teach his family art in the United States. Professor Lira partnered with Elite MMA in Pleasanton California in 2008 and has been teaching Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and MMA ever since. Darcio Lira Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Elite MMA teach Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Mixed Martial Arts and Boxing.

Meet the Business Owner

Darlynson L.

Business Owner

Sensei Darlynson Lira from Fortaleza, Brazil is the oldest son of Master Darcio Lira, a 9thdegree red belt. Sensei Darlynson is a 5thdegree Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt with 22 years dedicated to martial arts and 18 years of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Sensei has international experience teaching, competing, and conducting seminars in the following countries: France, Germany, Switzerland, Spain, and Brazil. Sensei Darlynson Lira has been leading the Darcio Lira US Fight Team to multiple victories in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu such as the Gracie Open, US Open, World Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Championship, and many other local tournaments. We look forward to having you on our team. Currently, Sensei Lira’s brother, Carlos Eduardo «Ta Danado» Rocha, is a UFC fighter and was awarded 2010’s best MMA competitor in Germany.

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15 reviews of Darcio Lira Jiu JItsu

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Place rating: 5
Castro Valley, CA
Love starting my week training here one of the best decisions of my life I do BJJ and mui Thai and It’s a family in here not just a place to train. You will get pushed beyond your limits and grow
Place rating: 1
San Francisco, CA
Good people but poor class management in terms of supervision for younger kids. Lot’s of little ones with inappropriate unsupervised contact. Having another small child with a colored belt supervise 5 – 7 years olds going at it while the sensei walks around and socializes is not my idea of how a youth class should be run.
I’ve done plenty of martial arts in my life. this is not me having unrealistic expectations. or an over protective parent… this is just common sense about the level of supervision young kids need in such a program or the level of pain small children should have to endure as they get exposed to marial arts.
The sensei used my 7 year old as a class example and ended up wrenching my kids shoulder… which was very painful then, and ever since the shoulder keeps making weird popping noises… which we are going to have to get checked out for potential damage.
The people are very nice. The art seems very useful for discipline and self defense… I just don’t think this is the right dojo for young kids.
Place rating: 5
Livermore, CA
Have been attending the Boxing classes for a few months, and man I love it. It starts with the instructors who are all friendly, welcoming, and extremely professional.
The gym is set up great, with a ton of bags and a legit full size ring. The head Boxing trainer Cornelius keeps the workouts intersting by mixing stuff up, but one thing never changes –YOUR GONNA WORK YOUR BUTT OFF.
This is a real boxing gym where you can improve your skills regardless of your current level. A great bonus is you can attend some of the classes from the other disciplines too for no extra charge.
Place rating: 5
Livermore, CA
I study muay thai here and its an awesome place everyone is very helpful when you are training. The class is great and its keeping me in good shape, I’m in better shape now in my forties than I was in my twenties, I’m taking a month off but I will be back. A big thanks to my instructor Angel and to the lira family God bless… sincerely Jesse Morales..
Place rating: 5
Livermore, CA
I am a Professional Rodeo Athelete, and have been for the last 10 years! One of the inevitables in my industry is injury, and I have broke more bones than need be talked about! Moreover, Darcio Lira Jui Jitsu in Livermore has kept my career elite heading into my 30s with there BJJ and Conditioning classes! It is inevitable to gain core muscle and confidence if one starts attending classes at Sensei Darlynson’s gym in Livermore! Come join the Darcio Lira family, you will not be disappointed!!!
Place rating: 5
Livermore, CA
My 11 year old daughter started BJJ with Sensei Darlynson and his team a year ago and it’s changed her life. She’s more confident, more athletic and has the ability to defend herself all because of the instruction and guidance she’s gotten at Darcio Lira Martial Arts. She’s now training at the competition level with the support of her Sensei at every tournament and has brought home numerous wins.
Since I sit a the gym and watch her train, I even decided to get involved too and make the best use of my time by taking cardio kickboxing and boxing classes. They are ridiculous! The instructors all work with each individual students ability and modify as necessary while keeping the pressure on you to work hard.
Being a part of the Darcio Lira Martial Arts gym has been an amazing experience for my whole family. My daughter has been involved in other Martial Arts school in Livermore but none of them compare to this gym. Sensei Darlynson Lira and his team will change your child’s life — and yours!
Place rating: 5
East Bay
Great place my son is learning a lot !! Sensei is very dedicated to his students. Very supportive and pro active towards kid tournaments… Osss
Place rating: 5
Livermore, CA
I bought a groupon for cardio kickboxing at this studio and it was by far the best decision of my life. I am enrolling for monthly membership this month and I literally talk about this place ALL the time. I convinced one of my friends to do this with me and she is as obsessed as I am.
Why?
I have been pretty active my entire life, playing high level sports, running half marathons, Etc. But this class kicks my butt. I crawl out dying, in a good way. It has gotten me in the best shape I have been in since high school and D (the owner) is amazing. The first class will be difficult and intimidating, but TRUST me– it is worth at least trying the groupon. More than likely you will get hooked like me and go through withdrawals if you don’t go.
Love it.
Place rating: 5
Tracy, CA
I’ve been hunting for a Cardio Kickboxing class for a long time. I currently pay 20 $ a month for the gym and could not justify paying the $ 120 most places were charging. They had a groupon for it so I bought it and it was one of the best decisions I’ve made. The class was amazing. There are all ages and boys and girls. And if you think your going to be sitting around punching air and that’s what you want this class is not for you.
This is by far the most intense and rewarding workout I’ve ever done. Darlynson truly wants you to do your best and he will push you when you need to be pushed. Don’t get me wrong there are times you want to punch someone in the face cause you feel like dying but that’s what the bag is for. So if you are looking to make some serious changes to your body and you are tired of the boring gym… then get your butt in! I know it can be intimidating at first but trust me we have all been there!
Place rating: 5
Livermore, CA
There are quite a few martial arts studios/​gyms to choose from in the Livermore area so it took me a while to find a place that fit what I wanted, which is realistic self-​defense combined with a good workout. I initially got in contact with Don Franks, and his street self-​defense class fit what I wanted perfectly.
All the instructors (Don, Darlynson and Angel) that I’ve taken classes with are very knowledgable, friendly and professional. And I don’t notice any big egos in the gym. There’s a real good positive atmosphere and environment there. The gym seems to be very diverse in that there’s something for just about everyone — children, adults, male, female, casual attendees, beginners, and the more serious type fighters. To be honest, I can’t really think of anything negative other than the fact that they charge you money to go there, lol. Just kidding, it’s well worth it, trust me.
Place rating: 5
Pleasanton, CA
My son has been coming here for several months now and loves it. Starting him out at age 6 was a concern for me, but Sensei Darlynson is great with him and all the kids. He’s learning a sense of discipline and respect that isn’t found elsewhere. The classes themeselves are very well-​rounded, divided into cardio drills, grappling, and technique. Also, every single person I’ve met here has been very cool. My wife and my brother as well commented after their first time coming here that there is just a really positive vibe/​energy as soon as you walk in the door. Can’t recommend this place enough!
Place rating: 5
Fremont, CA
I am a Purple belt under Sensei Darlyson Lira and one of his instructors… Darcio Lira Jiujitsu has been life changing for me not only on the mats but in all aspects of my much healthier lifestyle… Sensei Darlyson Lira is someone we all look up to and is not only a great fighter but a phenominal teacher as well… The team works together as one big family and the traditional values and acts of modern day bushido is what sets Darcio Lira Jiujitsu apart from other schools… We strive to make new students feel comfortable and try to welcome them to our growing team… So wether you are looking to be a jiujitsu fighter, mma fighter, self defense, or just get in better shape, training at Darcio Lira Jiujitsu would be a great decision… I am very proud to be part of the Darcio Lira Jiujitsu Family, come try a class out and see for yourself the benefits of training Darcio Lira Jiujitsu… OSS!!! DARCIO LIRA PARA SEMPRE!!!
Place rating: 5
Newark, CA
I’ve only been part of the team for 10 months, and I fell in love instantly. Sensei Lira takes the one on one time to make you feel important to the team and makes sure you evolve as a student. I have trained at many other gyms for BJJ, Darcio Lira Jiu Jitsu is by far the best! The tradition involved in Darcio Lira gives me something to be so proud of! I recommend anyone, all ages, all sizes, to try REAL brazilian jiu jitsu!
DARCIO LIRA PORRA SEMPRE! OSS!!!
Place rating: 5
Livermore, CA
Simply put: One of the best, if not THE BEST Brazilian Jiu Jitsu dojos in the Bay Area.
Sensei Darlynson Lira is a 5th degree Black Belt and brings all of his knowledge and experience to every class. He’s also very personable with his students, which creates a very close knit team. We’re not just team mates, we consider each other and brothers & sisters. Sensei stresses the belief that Jiu Jitsu is not just a Self Defense system, it’s a way of life. Since my son has been training here, he has developed skills to defend himself as well as a higher level of self confidence, without straying from keeping humble.
Call me biased but we have been training here since October of 2008 and have never thought of leaving to another gym, academy etc…
There are several choices of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu schools in the Bay Area but for us, there will always be just one…
DARCIO LIRA JIU JITSU PARA SEMPRE!!! OSS!!!
Place rating: 5
Pleasanton, CA
Best jiu jitsu in the bay area! great instructors, great facility, great atmosphere, and great team. i would recommend Darcio Lira jiu jitsu to anyone any age=]