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Martial Arts Schools in Willows, CA

2 schools in and around Willows, California — most schools let you watch a class or take a free trial before you sign anything — go in the time slot you would actually train, not the demo hour.

Willows has about 6,079 residents, which works out to 33 martial arts schools per 100,000 people. Population: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 estimate.

Willows Jiu Jitsu & MMA Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMMA

1070 W Wood St, Willows, CA 95988-2349

🥋 MMA

+15307743021 Website Directions

Yama Kei Jujutsu

109 S Butte St, Willows, CA 95988

+15303216098 Website Directions

More schools within 30 miles of Willows

Only 2 schools listed in Willows itself, so here are the closest ones in nearby towns. Distance is straight-line from Willows.

Bruno Lima BJJ Orland Free trial classBJJ / grappling

📍 15.6 mi · 430 Walker St, Orland, CA 95963-1349

🥋 BJJ

+19165486718 Website Directions

Boe's Kenpo Karate & Dragon Cloud Dojo Karate / taekwondo

📍 23.0 mi · 2387 Durham-Dayton Hwy, Durham, CA 95938-9601

+15308092440 Directions

Azad's Martial Arts Center Kids classesFree trial class

📍 23.4 mi · 313 Walnut St, Chico, CA 95928-4503

🕒 Monday: 9AM

+15308922923 Website Directions

Standalone MMA Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

📍 23.5 mi · 848 W 9th St, Chico, CA 95928-6402

🥋 BJJ, Muay Thai, Boxing, MMA

+15308938392 Website Directions

FH Defense MMA

📍 23.5 mi · 848 W 9th St, Chico, CA 95928-6402

🥋 MMA

+15305887528 Website Directions

Epperson Bros Kenpo Karate Dojo BJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo

📍 24.0 mi · 810 Broadway St, Chico, CA 95928-5529

🥋 Karate

+15308958257 Website Directions

Capoeira Malês California Kids classes

📍 24.1 mi · 254 E 1st St, Chico, CA 95928

🕒 Tue 7:30pm

+15303211876 Website Directions

Azad's Martial Arts Family Center

📍 24.1 mi · 195 Humboldt Ave, Chico, CA 95928-5786

+15308960777 Directions

Before you sign: ask about the contract, not just the monthly rate. Month-to-month is common; 12-month agreements with cancellation fees are also common and rarely advertised on the wall. Ask what is extra — belt testing fees, uniforms, competition team dues — and whether the head instructor actually teaches the classes you would attend or only the advanced ones.

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Where did brazilian jiu jitsu come from?
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu originated in Brazil in the early 20th century. It developed from Kodokan Judo ground fighting fundamentals brought to South America by Japanese martial artist Mitsuyo Maeda, which were then adapted by the Gracie family. MartialArtsAtlas helps students find qualified BJJ academies nationwide.

Where did brazilian jiu jitsu originated?
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu originated in Brazil following the arrival of Japanese judoka Mitsuyo Maeda in 1914. The art was refined primarily by Carlos and Hélio Gracie into a system emphasizing leverage and submission grappling. Find BJJ training programs listed on MartialArtsAtlas.

What is a mixed martial artist?
A mixed martial artist is an athlete who trains in and combines multiple combat disciplines, such as striking, wrestling, and submission grappling. They integrate techniques from sports like boxing, Muay Thai, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for competition or self-defense. Search MartialArtsAtlas to locate comprehensive MMA programs near you.

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