Hayward BJJ Darcio Lira

"This gym has been a great place for my kids. In the year that we have been going, the instructors have shown great patience and my kids skills have really developed.My wife even started taking classes a few months after the kids started, so it has become a family activity. I recommend this gym for anyone looking to get themselves or their kids involved in jujitsu/self-defense."

"Sensei Carlos and Sherman are amazing. My daughter was extremely hesitant initially but they were able to ease her in at her own pace. The techniques and classes are very thorough and instructive. I am glad to be part of this family."

"Wow, I want to shout from the rooftops about how amazing this studio is. I don’t have a background in martial arts and didn’t have jiu jitsu in my plans for my kiddo until a trusted mentor espoused to me the benefits. And I am so glad I listened. I called around to many studios in the area and Hayward BJJ Darcio Lira is the only one that takes kiddos as young as 3 years old. All of the instructors are phenomenal with kids, but we have been lucky enough to work with Sensei Carlos and Sherman the most. They both have such an amazing, compassionate connection to the kids, but are still firm and consistent. I have learned Jiu Jitsu is the most intellectual form of martial arts, and is about personal control and measured confidence. I love that my son gets a great energy release and learns self control at the same time. Please consider sending your little one here to learn jiu jitsu, you might even find yourself training too! Watching the kids train is really the best part of my day now. The parents all watch together and we all look forward to our daily social hour. The monthly rate is extremely affordable for daily personal training with a very favorable instructor to student ratio. There are other forms of martial arts to consider, but they are mostly centered around aggression. Brazilian Jiu jitsu is a wonderful contrast to them as thought, personal awareness, and control are central. I can’t recommend Sensei Carlos, and Hayward BJJ Darcio Lira enough."

"My four year old son loves & enjoys coming to class everyday. The trainers and sensio are well versed in getting these young kids to focus ans learn jiu jitsu. They have so much patience for these kids. I would highly recommend it to any parent looking for a good fun environment for there kid."

"My kiddo has enrolled there since October 2017, and loves attending class daily. This is a Martial arts school that will raise one's level physically, emotionally, spiritually, mentally and socially. It's a safe family environment that employs mantras for good habit building in several facets of life. I recommend this place for anyone of any age, looking to better themselves while also growing family in the community. It's a gem in the neighborhood for kids and adults alike."