Claudio França BJJ
San Jose
Community, Discipline, Lifestyle
Welcome To
Claudio França BJJ San Jose
Welcome to Claudio França Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in San Jose, California! We are a family-oriented, community-based school dedicated to providing a welcoming environment for everyone—beginners to experienced practitioners. Our diverse range of membership options includes Jiu Jitsu based self-defense, strength training, striking, and more, all tailored to suit various skill levels and fitness goals. Whether you’re looking to build confidence, improve physical fitness, or be part of a supportive community, our experienced instructors are committed to helping you achieve your personal best. Join us for the ultimate training experience across multiple forms of overall fitness!
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About Us
Our School
Our History
Class Schedule
Explore our class schedule to find the perfect time to train at Claudio França BJJ – San Jose.
Meet The Team At
Claudio França BJJ San Jose
Erik Benaquisto
Owner and Professor
A native of Santa Cruz, Erik Benaquisto embarked on his Brazilian Jiu Jitsu adventure in 1999 under the guidance of the esteemed Claudio Franca. A decade later, Erik found a new home in San José, where he partnered with Claudio to expand the San José academy.
Known for his aggressive pressure game, Erik’s style of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is evident in his utilization of the lapel for chokes and opponent control. His relentless, no-quit mentality has led to the achievement of multiple gold medals in the competitive Black Belt division.
Erik’s experience extends to Kickboxing and MMA, highlighting his versatile martial arts background. For Erik, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is more than a discipline—it’s a lifestyle that cultivates physical strength and mental resilience, providing a holistic and balanced approach to life.
Embodying the philosophy, “Prepare for war, fight for peace,” Erik Benaquisto invites you to join him on a journey towards harmony, preparedness, and personal growth.
He makes every attempt to train daily and compete at local tournaments; and, when he is not training, watching or thinking about Jiu Jitsu, he enjoys spending time with his wife and children.
Anaue Pavanello
Jiu Jitsu Professor
Sam Romero
MMA BJJ & Kick Boxing coach
Steven Wong
Jiu Jitsu Professor
Erik Matlin
Jiu Jitsu Professor
Akrura Gordillo
Jiu Jitsu Professor
Anthony Liu
Jiu Jitsu Coach
Nate James
MMA BJJ & Kick Boxing Professor
Bryan Mclaggan
Kickboxing Coach
Ahmed Moussa
Train Hard Circuit Training Instructor
Special Discount Offers!
Enjoy SPECIAL 10% Discounts for Military, First Responders, and Students!
Learn About Our
Programs
Claudio França BJJ – San Jose offers Jiu Jitsu classes for all ages.
Whether it’s kids BJJ or adult BJJ, we offer classes for beginners, competition, technique, and self-defense training. Don’t forget our adult Kickboxing and Striking class as well as our Train Hard Center. Find the right class for you and join something special at Claudio França BJJ- San Jose!
Kids
Our kids’ Jiu Jitsu program focuses on building confidence, discipline, and coordination in a fun and engaging environment. Designed for ages 4 and up, these classes teach essential self-defense skills while helping kids develop respect, focus, and teamwork. Our goal is to create a positive experience where young students can grow both on and off the mats.
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Little Jaguars:
Beginners BJJ for children ages 4-7 -
Youth BJJ:
Beginner-Advanced BJJ for ages 8-15 -
Youth Competition BJJ:
A class geared specifically towards students training for competitions 8-15 -
Youth Striking (ages 8-15)
Adults
Our adult Jiu Jitsu program is designed for all experience levels—from complete beginners to seasoned competitors. Learn fundamental techniques, develop self-defense skills, and challenge yourself with advanced training and sparring. Whether you’re training for fitness, personal growth, or competition, you’ll find a strong community and expert coaching to support your journey.
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Adult BJJ Technique:
For beginning adults 16+ -
Adult BJJ:
For all other levels -
No Gi BJJ:
Adults no Gi jiu jitsu -
Adult Striking:
Adult kickboxing focusing on self defense, strength and stamina through striking
Train Hard Center:
The Train hard center is a donation from the 2008 CrossFit Games Champion and 3x Team USA CrossFit member, Jason Khalipa.
Train Hard Center Circuit Training is a high-energy class designed for adults looking to build strength, endurance, and overall fitness. This class features a dynamic circuit of training stations, including weights, bikes, rowers, machines, and more, providing a full-body workout that challenges all fitness levels. Push your limits, improve conditioning, and train hard in a supportive and motivating environment!
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GET YOUR first class free!
Come join us for your first step. New students can claim your FIRST CLASS FOR FREE.
Contact Us!
Claudio França BJJ- San Jose welcomes those in San Jose and the surrounding areas, including but not limited to, Los Gatos, Campbell, Willow Glen and Almaden. We are located in the Cambrian Park Plaza near Camden and Union!