About our School
Call Kody (510) 558 0406
El Cerrito Martial Arts first opened in February of 2008. We have a newly remodeled 2000+ sq ft facility with top of the line Swain mats.
Why Martial Arts?
Simply put, Martial Arts training builds physical strength and strength of character. Martial Arts is for everyone, regardless of age or body type. And since it encourages a lifestyle of total well-being, Martial Arts training is a lifelong journey rather than a destination.
About Our Instructors and Staff
Instructor Cody Wilson
15+ years actively training Martial Arts
8+ years actively training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
3+ years Coach / Owner of Gym
2nd degree Brown Belt Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Black Belt Karate
Tournament experience includes:
1st 2009 On The Mat Nationals
1st 2009 Golden Gate International
3rd 2009 US Open
3rd 2008 Grapplers Quest Las Vegas
1st 2005 California Open BJJ
2nd 2004 Machado state championships N.S.W
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (otherwise known as Gracie Jiu Jitsu) Lineage:
Carlson Gracie – Ricardo De La Riva – Sergio Silva – Cody Wilson
Shorinji-Ryu Okinawan Karate Lineage:
Richard Kim – Rod Sanford – Scott Wilson – Cody Wilson
About Our Instructors and Staff Instructor Cody Wilson 15+ years actively training Martial Arts8+ years actively training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu 3+ years Coach / Owner of Gym2nd degree Brown Belt Brazilian Jiu JitsuBlack Belt Karate
Tournament experience includes:
1st 2009 On The Mat Nationals1st 2009 Golden Gate International3rd 2009 US Open3rd 2008 Grapplers Quest Las Vegas1st 2005 California Open BJJ2nd 2004 Machado state championships N.S.W Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (otherwise known as Gracie Jiu Jitsu) Lineage: Carlson Gracie – Ricardo De La Riva – Sergio Silva – Cody Wilson Shorinji-Ryu Okinawan Karate Lineage: Richard Kim – Rod Sanford – Scott Wilson – Cody Wilson
At El Cerrito Martial Arts, you will:
- Improve your strength, flexibility and balance
- Achieve inner peace and improve your mind-body connection
- Feel alive and aligned
- Reduce your stress
- Be a healthier you!
Children’s Program
At El Cerrito Martial Arts, your children will:
- Have their unique strengths emphasized
- Achieve healthy mind-body awareness
- Be part of a team and have the support of new friends
- Be more confident
- Have increased attention span and discipline
- Have a great time!
iu-Jitsu for Adults
Learn Valuable Self-Defense Skills While You Get into Shape-Mentally and Physically
El Cerrito Martial Arts, Adult Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (otherwise known as Gracie Jiu-Jitsu) Program is the perfect activity for adults who would like to learn effective, proven self-defense and get into great shape at the same time!
In our Adult beginner’s class (no experience necessary) or Intermediate/advanced classes, our professional instructors will work with you to ensure that you have a positive and safe experience in our Jiu Jitsu program.
Our Adult Jiu-Jitsu program will help you:
- Learn valuable and realistic self defense techniques
- Get into great physical shape
- Improve your focus and concentration skills
- Feel good about yourself
- Meet new friends
Classes meet six days per week with morning and evening classes to choose from. Click to see our schedule and to schedule your first class!
We’re looking forward to meeting you!
Teens Martial Arts
Our Teens Martial Arts program will help your son or daughter develop a confident, positive outlook on life while getting into great shape and learning valuable self-defense lessons. We teach teens a combination of the arts of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu otherwise known as Gracie Jiu Jitsu and Muay Thai Boxing. Although we teach these ultra effective disciplines we are not a “fighters gym”. Emphasis is on Character development, learning realistic self defense as well as great exercise.
As a parent of a teenager, you’re surely hopeful that your son or daughter develops into a happy, healthy, responsible adult who is capable of taking care of him or herself. Today’s teens face a wide variety of obstacles to overcome that include not getting enough exercise, facing negative peer pressure, bullying, and sometimes a lack of self-discipline. Even the best kids can find it challenging to cope with just one of these obstacles, let alone several of them.
That’s exactly why we offer a specialized Teens Martial Arts class that is designed to:
- Get your teen into great physical shape.
- Strengthen your child’s sense of self-worth and confidence.
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Give your teen a positive, enjoyable social activity, a way to meet friends with common goals
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Our instructors “lead by example” and are positive role models for our students as they reinforce the principles of courtesy and respect – both of oneself and to others.
There is no prior experience necessary to become a member of our Teens Martial Arts Program. Your teen will enjoy our exciting Martial Arts curriculum and will appreciate becoming physically fit and self-assured!
Why wait?
For a limited-time, we are offering you a FREE 1-Week pass for your teen!
Click here to get the pass and to schedule your teen’s first class!
Children’s Martial Arts Programs Ages 4.5-12
Many experts recommend martial arts for children because a good program will teach both physical and mental skills.
Our goal at El Cerrito Martial Arts is to teach your child how to appropriately defend themselves, get them into great physical shape, and teach them special life lessons. In addition to the physical skills required to learn effective self-defense, your child will learn how to use discipline, respect, self-control, teamwork, and more to excel in school as well as at home with you. They can take these lessons with them and use them for a lifetime!
Our Children’s Martial Arts Program:
- Will get your child in great shape and improve his/her coordination
- Teaches how to resolve conflict peacefully
- Provides an outlet for extra energy
- Reinforces ideals of courtesy and respect
- Teaches a “yes I can” attitude
- Uses positive reinforcement to make classes fun!
Find out why parents and teachers love our program, by scheduling a visit today!
Transported After School Martial Arts
The Transported After-School Martial Arts program is an after school Martial Arts program with transportation provided; a constructive alternative to daycare, extended day at school, and babysitting . Our program teaches self-discipline, exercise, manners, self-defense skills as well as respect for self, others and the environment .
*We transport from the areas elementary and middle schools
*We use a professional transportation company that works exclusively for us.
*No contracts, this is a week to week program.
*No extra charge for in-service days when kids are out of school all day.
*Special recognition for Academic Achievement at school and Citizenship Awards for chores performed at home that is monitored by the parents.
*Teaches an ”I can do it attitude”
*Uses positive re-enforcement to make classes fun!
*Snacks and homework area available
*Free uniform with registration!
Call (510) 558 0406 or Click here to get more info on our After School program
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Student Of The Month
Ryan is one of our top students he is 9 years old and has competed and metaled in several competitions including an exhibition where he submitted a 13 year old!
Aden is one of our youngest students but don't let his size fool you! He is 4 years old and has the heart of a lion. He is very respectful focuses,trains hard, and is always a pleasure to have in class.
