Competition news, Important Dates, and the November jiu jitsu curriculum.

Our doors will be closed for Halloween on Friday, October 31st, 2025, so our team can dive into the holiday's ghostly fun with family and friends. We'll reopen energized on November 1st.

Join Ground Rules Academy on November 11, 2025, from 11 AM–1 PM for a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu open mat supporting the We Defy Foundation. All donations benefit veterans with disabilities through adaptive fitness programs. Open to all levels—no participation required to donate.

Ruby Duncan, our academy's first female adult competitor, earned double gold 🥇🥇 at the BJJ Tour in Fremont. She won both gi and no-gi divisions, including close matches against Victoria Ortega with an armbar submission and strong top control.

Considering competition? These Bay Area BJJ events suit beginners: the Solidarity Jiu Jitsu South Bay Fall Invitational (Oct 25, San Jose) for a relaxed start, or the Jiu Jitsu World League Finals NORCAL (Nov 22, Stockton) at $89 youth/$99 adults (free rash guard if registered by Oct 24).

After 1 year, Ground Rules Academy thanks you for building this wonderful community with us. Plus… Movie Night!

Discover how Ground Rules Academy Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is teaming up with the We Defy Foundation to empower veterans through transformative BJJ training. Learn about We Defy's mission to defy limits, our shared commitment to personal growth, and how we're opening our doors to program participants. Ready to roll? Dive in and see how we're giving back on the mats.

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Promotion Ceremony, Annual Sale, personal finance tips, Labor Day Closure, and more!

Ground Rules Academy has become the highest-rated Brazilian Jiu Jitsu school in the Tri-Valley area according to Google Reviews.

Join us in Pleasanton, CA to celebrate our first year of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu at Ground Rules Academy! Enjoy a huge discount on a pre-paid 12-month membership for new and current students. Plus, don’t miss our Anniversary Event on August 30, 2025, with open mat (11am), lunch (12pm), and a promotion ceremony (1pm). Contact Russ at russ@groundrulesacademy.com or (925) 400-8805 to sign up or learn more!