Necalli Jiu-Jitsu in San Jose, California

“Professor Jesse is a very good friend of mine and is a great instructor with very knowledgeable experience. I myself train there in the A.M. and tell people that I come into contact with about this special place tucked in the corner. I also help facilitate with the younger students in the afternoon class. Definitely a humbling sport that builds confidence and teaches discipline. I love to see students evolve and grow”

— JES R. · ★★★★★ · 2025-8-21

“Patient, supportive, and detail oriented teaching. Coach Jesse care a lot about his students and build a fun and welcoming community around his gym. He teaches good fundamentals, with weekly themes and battled tested techniques.”

— Trent S. · ★★★★★

“Wonderful school and great atmosphere! As a new comer and a woman, I was beyond pleasantly surprised at how welcoming, respectful, supportive and patient the instructor, Jesse and all of the other students are. This was the best experience. If you have been practicing for years or if this is your first time trying, Necalli Jiu-Jitsu will help you on your BJJ journey. I have experienced other places because my Son did”

— Jose B. · ★★★★★

“As a first-timer to jiu jitsu, I couldnu2019t have found a better place to start than Necalli Jiu Jitsu! Iu2019ve been training here for the past 4 months, and the experience has been incredible. The environment is welcoming, supportive, and perfect for beginners. The team genuinely cares about your growth, and you never feel out of placeu2014no matter your skill level. Coach Jesse is an outstanding instructor with over 20 years”

— Abel · ★★★★★

“Sweet laid back Jiu jitsu gym. Good guys and great Instruction. If you have been to a couple gyms you know a good one when you go. Would recommend.”

— brian m. · ★★★★★

“I started attending kickboxing on Thursdays through a friendly referral. Classes at Necalli are VERY affordable and the instructor Sarija is the best. In going to kickboxing, Jesseu2019s gym intrigued us to begin classes with him at Necalli. I noticed a private father son lesson Jesse was instructing. After speaking with Jesse I was encouraged to attend with the family. Our family started attending both the kickboxing cl”

— Evelyn G. · ★★★★★

“Excellent gym & instruction. Coach Artesi is super patient, experienced, and good at breaking down concepts. Sizeable & clean facility with plenty of mat space.”

— bassNY · ★★★★★

“I have been training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for the last 14 years. I have trained in 4 different dojos and have dropped in at almost all the dojos in the Bay Area. Necali is a fantastic dojo. Jason's owner/primary instructor breaks the techniques into more manageable pieces. Learning jujitsu can be easy for a few, but itu2019s difficult for most. If you have never done jujitsu, this is the best place to go. You will not ”

— Jose B. · ★★★★★