Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Classes in Berkeley, CA | Lycan Jiu Jitsu
Who We Are
Led by Coach Joe Monroe and Coach Ken Kim, Lycan Jiu Jitsu is a place where everyone—whether you're chasing gold, looking to get fit, or want to pick up a new skill—can benefit from the powerful art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ).
We believe BJJ is more than just a martial art — it’s a path to confidence, resilience, discipline, and calmness under pressure.
Show up, put in the work. We’ve got your back.
What Makes Us Different
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Learn Practical Techniques
Our training is rooted in effective, practical techniques. You’ll learn to neutralize larger opponents with leverage, technique, and control—not brute strength.
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Join a Community
Whether you're stepping on the mat for the first time or preparing for competition, you’re part of the Lycan family. Whatever your goals may be, we're here to lift each other up—on and off the mats.
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Gain Strength & Confidence
We’ve seen BJJ transform lives—from quiet kids gaining courage to adults discovering what they're truly capable of. If you show up consistently and put in the work, you will see results
What Our Students Say
Reviews from our Lycan community
"Coach Joe and Coach Ken are incredibly knowledgeable and kind people. I’ve had the pleasure of being coached by these two for almost 4-5 years and they are very patient, technical, and are pure jiu jitsu nerds who love to think about and work through complex jiu jitsu issues."
Coach Joe has built an incredible jiu jitsu community that feels welcoming to everyone, from total beginners to seasoned practitioners. He puts an immense amount of time into his students—both on and off the mats—and always goes above and beyond. He’s the kind of coach who’d give you the shirt off his back.
I've trained Jiu Jitsu for just over four years, starting out with coach Joe from my very first class. I feel so fortunate to have found him as my first coach—he's very welcoming and understanding and cares a lot about the wellbeing of his students. He is encouraging and makes class fun, while pushing us to work our hardest and to stay consistent with our progress. Coach Ken is also an excellent teacher. He really helps folks fine tune details of certain moves and find what works well for their body type and style.