Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Judo and Wrestling form a comprehensive Grappling program available for students of all backgrounds and levels! Consistent high level instruction, welcoming atmosphere and a gorgeous environment make Heroes Martial Arts a unique experience. Come and see for yourself!

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Judo

Judo is a martial art and Olympic sport emphasizing takedowns, clinch work with the gi (jacket) and grappling.

Jiu Jitsu

Brazilian jiu jitsu is a grappling-based martial art whose central theme is the skill of controlling a resisting opponent in ways that force him to submit.

Wrestling

Wrestling is an ancient grappling style and Olympic sport with takedowns and ground control from both the clinch and the shoot.

Welcome to Heroes Martial Arts

Heroes Martial Arts was established in January 2009 to bring the grappling arts of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Judo and Wrestling to downtown San Jose.

At Heroes Martial Arts we pride ourselves on providing a complete curriculum for the grappling arts.  The environment is challenging but fair and we work to maximize the potential of each student.  Visitors can expect a friendly, safe and clean environment with careful instruction and challenges abounding.  We’re tough at Heroes Martial Arts, but you will have a real feeling of satisfaction after every class you’ve attended.

Our student roster comes from all walks of life, and we’re fortunate enough to already have a wide range of ages, talents and abilities already at Heroes Martial Arts.  Whether you’ve never set foot on the mat before, or if you consider yourself a seasoned veteran, you will benefit from training at Heroes Martial Arts.

We have a beautiful 4700 square foot facility in downtown San Jose with nearly 2500 square feet of mat space.  Our equipment is new and kept rigorously clean.  The space is open, with a 20 foot vaulted ceilings and skylights and two industrial strength heaters to warm on cold days.  Heroes Martial Arts also boasts a shower so you can clean up before heading back to work.

First class is always free and visitors are always welcome.  Please come check us out!

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  • Giggles get his blue!Giggles get his blue!
    Our latest blue belt at Heroes is Michael "Giggles" Pickens! Don't let the nickname fool you, Giggles is as tough as they come and an
    Posted on July 27, 2010
  • Excellent article on Jiu Jitsu and YouthExcellent article on Jiu Jitsu and Youth
    Jiu Jitsu and the benefits it can impart to youth has even been praised on the Oprah website!  Check out this excellent article online
    Posted on July 14, 2010
  • Fundamentals of BJJ New Rotation!Fundamentals of BJJ New Rotation!
    The Fundamental class are resetting this week (July 5th), which means we will go back to the first week of classes on the Fundamental schedule. The
    Posted on July 3, 2010
  • Stefano Mendoza gets his blue belt!Stefano Mendoza gets his blue belt!
    Stefano Mendoza is the latest blue belt at Heroes Martial Arts! Stefano has a background that made him perfectly suited to the environment in Heroes. 
    Posted on June 29, 2010

CLIENTS THAT LOVE US

  • ~ David B.

    David B."Best martial arts academy that I have ever trained at. Great instruction, awesome people, no egos, and clean gym.  What else can you ask for? Very relaxed attitude and family like attitude. Stop by and check it"

  • ~ Nick G.

    Nick G."This is a great place for beginner to advance students in BJJ. A lot of great things have happened to this place, such as the expansion of additional mats, the improvement and development in the current students, and the curriculum of the classes. Gumby is a well rounded teacher and does have a good grasp of teaching different students in effective methods that caters to their areas of strength and weaknesses.  I would recommend this place to anyone who is interested in the art (for competition, stress relief, fitness,"

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