Bay Jiu-Jitsu Academy

Oakland, United States

4.7

11 reviews

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Telephone:
+1 510-207-6640
Website:
www.bayjiujitsu.com
Address:
4001 Howe St, Oakland, CA, 94611
b/t 41st St & 40th St
North Oakland
Nearby public transportation stops & stations:
0.7 miMacArthur
1.2 miVeterans Memorial
1.2 miCollege Av & Rock Ridge BART Station
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Local time (Oakland) 7:50 PM Thursday, June 26, 2025

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Description

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We are the Bay Jiu-​Jitsu Academy

Our vision is to offer accessible and world class training to people of all ages, sizes, genders, and backgrounds in the multiple athletic programs offered. We serve not only athletes, but anybody looking to learn new skills, get in shape, have fun, and join our community.

Programs

We deliver the best in Brazilian jiu-​jitsu, self-​defense, fitness, and acroyoga. We have classes for adults and children. Our jiu jitsu team participates in local, state, national, and international tournaments, but many of our members practice jiu-​jitsu for the sake of fun, fitness, and overall self-​defense. We strive to have welcoming classes to all people by having classes in Spanish and women’s only training times. Our mission has always been to provide top-​notch Jiu-​Jitsu instruction but also to maintain an atmosphere of inclusivity.

History

Established in 2008.

The Bay Jiu-​Jitsu Academy was founded in 2008 by Stephan Goyne and initially housed inside of K-​One Fitness in San Francisco. Three years later, the academy got its own home with the opening of the first facility in Japantown SF in July of 2011. The academy grew in July of 2012 with the opening of the second facility in Oakland/​Piedmont. The most recent addition to the academy was in July of 2013 with the opening of the third and biggest facility in Mission SF.

Meet the Business Owner

Stephan G.

Business Owner

Stephan has been training and competing in Brazilian Jiu-​Jitsu since 1998. He received his black belt in 2010 from Professor Eduardo Rocha after winning 6 gold medals at brown belt level in various national and international tournaments (2010 IBJJF Houston International: Gold, 2009 California Classic: Gold, 2009 NAGA East Coast: Gold, 2010 Copa Pacifica: Gold, 2009 IBJJF American Nationals: Gold, 2009 American Cup: Gold). He has ten solid years of adult teaching experience as well as developing radically different models for teaching Brazilian jiu-​jitsu to children. His personal philosophy regarding martial arts is that it should be accessible and inviting to all, regardless of gender, sexual orientation or fitness level. He also coached gymnastics for children and adults at Head over Heels, Santa Cruz Gymnastics and Kid in Motion for nearly 8 years from 1996 – 2004. In addition, he is a California Certified classroom teacher having taught in Oakland Unified School District for 6 years.

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11 reviews of Bay Jiu-Jitsu Academy

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Place rating: 2
Rockridge, Oakland, CA
What’s up with coaches at Bay Jiu Jitsu always being late to practice or just not showing up all together. Not cool, unprofessional, disrespectful of kids and family’s time, repeat problem.
Place rating: 5
Emeryville, CA
Stephan is a great teacher as well a great human being. A little dramatic? Well, what can I say? Its true! He is an excellent teacher with a real skill for clear instruction.
Place rating: 5
San Rafael, CA
east bays best acro yoga secret. we have been taking acro yoga classes at bay jiu jitsu/​acro for two months and have had the best time. this is no nonsense, get down to it, instruction from some of the best acro masters in the bay area. here is a thank you letter we wrote to stephen:
stephen that was such an awesome class! shelby said «best class ever!» she was giggling and having so much fun when you where doing the demos. i can feel us getting stronger and more in tune. we respectfully disagree with you, you are an Acro master, sensei, maestro, jedi, teacher, professor, mentor and our favorite (all that). we are going to try to make sunday.
thanks again for all that you give.
joey and shelby
Place rating: 5
Oakland, CA
This place is awesome, and Stephan and Phom are the best of the best! I looked all over the East Bay for a place for my son to learn martial arts, and this was by far and away the highest quality I’ve seen. The teachers are so kind, and they blend discipline and hard work with fun for the perfect combination. My son has learned so much, and has acquired self-​confidence and social skills to boot. Try Bay Jiu-​Jitsu – you will not be disappointed! :)
Place rating: 5
Emeryville, CA
Stephan is an awesome teacher and great person. His instruction is clear and systematic. The atmosphere is very good. You can train hard and be around cool people, what a great combo. If you are thinking about trying Jiu-​Jitsu, looking for a place for your kids or are looking for a new schoo to train at. Do stop by and check this place out.
Place rating: 5
Oakland, CA
I barely write reviews but I troll them incessantly, especially on Unilocal.That being said, this place is awesome.
My daughter has been training with Stephan and Pham since kindergarten (she’s in second grade now). She does about 4 other scheduled activities, but this is by far her favorite.
I have a 2 year old who spent his time watching his older sister, and couldn’t wait to get on the mat. For about a year he’s in the toddler class and LOVES it. Tries to spar at home all the time.
There are those gifted people out there who really know how to teach well. Stephan is absolutely amazing with the kids, and today I decided to join in for my first adult class, and though I’m worn out, it was an amazing learning environment and I look forward to becoming exhausted again!!!
Place rating: 5
Emeryville, CA
Just joined the new adult classes on Howe St, but was training with Stephan previously at his other school in SF.
Nice clean location. Incredible workout with a diverse group of people. Stephan is great at articulating instructions and passionate about teaching. It’s a safe and relaxed atmosphere.
The workout, drills and sparing are awesome. Get off the couch and join in the fun.
Place rating: 5
Oakland, CA
I have been training all over the Bay Area for the past seven years. When my home academy shut down I spent six months checking out other gyms in San Francisco, Dublin, Pleasant Hill and the rest of the East Bay. After I trained with Stephan twice, I signed up immediately for a year contract because I loved his teaching style and his places have a real welcoming environment. He invests his time, energy and knowledge into ALL of his students from young to old, of all genders. For kids’ classes to monthly all-women’s open mats, Bay Jiu Jitsu is an incredibly family friendly academy dedicated to the gentle art of jiu jitsu.
Place rating: 5
Sturbridge, MA
A fantastic and brand new facility for Bay Jiu jitsu
with Stephan Goynes leading the training for Jiu-​Jitsu.
This will surely be a legendary academy. Stephan and the other
coaches just love kids and Jiu-​Jitsu, the perfect storm.
Five stars
Place rating: 5
Oakland, CA
Stephan Goyne’s Bay Jiu-​Jitsu Academy is one of Oakland’s treasures. Our son has been training with Stephan since he was five and at barely eight has become a Jiu Jitsu champion with heaps of medals.
Most of all, Stephan keeps the kids motivated and having fun, while being an amazing teacher and coach. Not only is our child a better martial artist, he’s a better kid thanks to Stephan.
We are super excited about this new studio space. I can’t recommend Bay Jiu-​Jitsu Academy highly enough. I wish there were more stars!
Place rating: 5
Oakland, CA
This new space is going to be great!
I’ve been training with Stephan Goyne for many years. My two boys have been in his Jiu-​Jitsu classes since they were old enough to wear Gis and they LOVE it. We go several times a week.
Stephan is amazing with the kids, you can tell he loves what he does. I’ve been in the Martial Arts for 30 years, I’ve seen a lot of other Kids MA programs and there is nothing like this out there. The kids have a great time and they learn skills they can use right now.
But, don’t take my word for it, come on in and try a class out. First class is always free!