Guerrilla Jiu-Jitsu Modesto

Guerrilla Jiu-Jitsu Modesto is a Martial Arts School in Modesto, CA. It operates as the only NoGi-specialty academy in the area, focusing on submission grappling, self-defense, and competition preparation for adults and children. The school offers programs for adults aged 14 and up, as well as youth classes for kids aged 3 to 12. Instruction is provided by black-belt instructors who emphasize leverage, timing, and body control over grip-based techniques. Classes run five days a week, with adult sessions available Monday through Friday and kids' sessions on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. New students can try their first class for free. The business holds a rating of 4.90 based on customer reviews.

The academy is led by Mike Cruz, a black belt with nine years of professional Jiu-Jitsu experience. Cruz trained under Alejandro Perez and was mentored by Dave Camarillo, bringing a specific lineage to the curriculum. The school’s approach is designed to translate training directly to real-world self-defense and modern competition standards. Adult classes are divided into All Levels and Intermediate tracks, with the former covering positional control, escapes, and foundational submissions, while the latter focuses on advanced details, chain attacks, and strategic trap-setting. Kids' classes are grouped by age to ensure safety and appropriate skill development, catering to interests in fitness, self-defense, or competition. The culture is described as supportive and positive, creating a safe environment for mental and physical growth regardless of experience level.

The location is situated at 2508 Oakdale Rd. It sits on Oakdale Road, which is immediately adjacent to the facility. The area includes several nearby landmarks within a short distance. In-Shape City, a sports center, is located about a tenth of a mile away. The AIM Mail Center, a post office, is approximately two-tenths of a mile from the school. Brewers Rose Park and Naraghi Lake are both about four-tenths of a mile away. Orchard Elementary School is located about half a mile from the academy.

Guerrilla Jiu-Jitsu Modesto stands out in Modesto for its exclusive focus on NoGi jiu-jitsu, providing a specialized training environment for both adults and youth in the 209 area.