Andre de Freitas Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu - Stockton, California

Matt Soeth

Look no further for great Jiu-Jitsu. Professor Andre is quite possibly the nicest and and brightest instructor I have met. The students at this school are polite, friendly, and very supportive. There may be other great places to train, this gym is one of the best in Stockton and the surrounding area. You will be hard pressed to find a better place to not only build your skills but meet some incredible people

Rache Kane

I can not say enough good things about this gym or Professor Andre. I have been training for two and a half years and I love it. My family and I all train with Professor Andre, he has such amazing kids and adult classes. Everyone at this gym is so friendly and helpful, every time I go to class I always learn something new. I highly recommend this gym to anyone interested in training or people who are just looking for a new gym.

Michael Friddle

Great place to train in self-defense and exercise. The instructors are all skillful, humble and welcoming.
This is not a Cobra-Kai macho trip gym! The leadership breeds a culture of respect, humility, and dedication.
I have been training for 2 months and my 10 YO son is in the kids class and loves it!

BuBliEbRe

Andre de Freitas Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a wonderful place for children to train. I have watched my stepdaughter train there for a few months now and I have seen positive changes in her. She is more confident and enjoys sharing her experience with friends. She is always talking about how much fun she has and asking when she gets to train again. I love the atmosphere and how everyone is so welcoming and friendly. I would give them stars if I could!

Tyler Firinaiu

Seriously, look no further. This school is absolutely phenomenal. As a novice I can only account for my anecdotal experiences: having only been training here a month I was able to repeatedly submit several practitioners at other local schools(209, Gracie) who had almost a years experience more than myself.

My best experience with this school came when I needed knee surgery a few months ago. The coach was willing to completely let me off the hook for the tuition for the time I was out. Anyone who has been to other martial arts studios can attest to what a rarity this is.

The environment is clean, everyone is friendly, coaches are extremely knowledgeable and helpful and the atmosphere encourages humility and camaraderie.

Nicholle Ramos

A perfect place for the entire family to train together! Very comfortable and non threatening atmosphere. Classes offered for beginners, advanced, women's only as well as kids classes. Professor Andre De Freitas and his coaches carry the values of the academy in every class taught. Dedication Discipline Respect! This is my 6th year training under Andre de Freitas and DDR has become my home, we are not only a team but a family! Excellent place to train!

Janell Farris

I can't even begin to describe how much my life has changed since I started training jiujitsu. I have the upmost respect for Professor Andre, he is kind, humble, welcoming, and a phenomenal coach. DDR is a friendly atmosphere and I am proud to call it "home". I love this place and my DDR family, I highly recommend it! If you are looking to compete, to set goals for yourself, to get in shape, learn self defense, or just need a way to work off stress, this will blow your mind. Come in and experience from the best, 2X World Champion, 3rd degree black belt, Andre De Frietas BJJ #DDR

S Sadiq

I've been training at Andre de Freitas Brazilian Jiu Jitsu since it opened a few years ago. As a 37 year old attorney, I was looking for a respectful, family oriented place where I could learn the art of Jiu Jitsu. I was pleasantly surprised to find out that I didn't have to look any farther than my home town of Stockton, California to find world class training.

The owner and head instructor, Andre De Freitas Branco, is a two time world champion in BJJ. You would never know this by just looking at him. He carries himself with more humility than you would ever expect from a world-class athlete. It is only when you begin to roll with him on the mats that you realize how deep his knowledge of Jiu Jitsu actually is.

In addition to being an excellent teacher for the adult students, Andre is quite impressive in his ability to teach and mentor young children. I enrolled my 9 year old nephew, and in a short amount of time his discipline, self-esteem, and respect levels had increased dramatically!

Finally, I love the fact that this school is as diverse as it gets. Male and Female, young and old, students and business owners, contractors and lawyers, various ethnic groups - this school has it all! I highly recommend Andre de Freitas Brazilian Jiu to anyone who is looking to learn the art of BJJ, anyone who wants to learn self defense, or anyone looking to get into excellent physical shape.