I have trained with Marcos for quite a few years now. Nobody teaches, instructs, mentors and explains Jiu-Jitsu like Marcos. The school and team is competition orientated so be prepared for tough warm-ups and practices. If you want to compete and win Gold medals at every tournament, this is the school to go to. Nobody else comes close. They may say it, but they are not bring home multiple gold medals form every major tournament. That said, rec players will have a great time training as well. The regular practice is tough but not so tough that you do not wan't to come back. Everyone is friendly, nobody has an ego and Marcos will ensure that everyone trains in a safe, positive environment. Very female friendly. No creeper or prevents here. They are weeded out very quickly. Also no MMA/TapouT Bros. this is a thinking persons school, physical yes, but a thinking persons school. It is very welcoming and inviting. You will soon discover that you have a great training family and can participate in many activities outside the school such as big group dinners to Fuji's sushi, birthday get to gathers at local bars/clubs, UFC fight nights at folks houses and many other social things, and of course LOTS of BJJ. Best school for BJJ in Sacramento period. As soon as I am healed up from a Army Service related injury I will be back on the mats at Yemaso BJJ!!!! Oussss!!!

One of the only regrets I have in life, was not doing this sooner in life. Better late than never. I always feel better for going. Professor Torregrosa is a great instructor and wants everyone who comes to succeed. Highly recommended.

I've been training at Yemaso for a couple months now, and it has already changed my life--all for the better. It's become the mechanism by which I develop myself physically, spiritually and emotionally. Marcos, owner and professor, is very demanding. But I believe it's because he wants Yemaso to continue being the most competitive jiu jitsu academy in Sacramento, and because there's so much to learn that he has to be efficient with how he teaches. That being said, so many people at the academy, including Marcos, have been incredibly giving with their patience and time. While it is demanding, it's also a very supportive environment. If you're willing to take a little direction, practice humility and put in the work, there's no limit to how much you can grow here. If you're interested in seeing if it's a good fit, drop by a few minutes before a beginner's class and you'll be taken care of.

How does one pick which Jiu Jitsu gym to check out when they are so many to choose from? Yemaso BJJ is a perfect choice! They have an one month free trial, where you can try it out and see if you like it without opening your wallet. My bf has been there for less than a year and he noticed a great improvement in his skills. The team is extremely welcoming and encouraging, and they are willing to help you achieve your next fitness goals. You will have the opportunity to learn from a knowledgable and talented black belt instructor, Marcos! He truly cares about the development of all his students. The gym is open to all skill levels, male and female, kids and adults. They offer morning and evening classes throughout the week. Come and get your 'roll' on! You will be welcome to the BJJ family!

What a great place to walk into and feel welcomed... i signed up my 7 year old daughter immediately and haven't looked back.... such a great thing seeing everyone work together with teens welcoming and helping younger generations... 2 thumbs way up

I've visited the Yemaso gyms in Idaho and Reno, but I had never yet been to the HQ location in Sacramento. What a great morning! The only 5 AM class I've ever been to in my life. And it made it super easy to get to work on time without missing breakfast or a shower! The mats were perfectly clean. The bathrooms were perfectly clean. But the technique was the cleanest of all! Crisp, clean, safe, effective technique. We worked standup, which I'm always grateful for. And I got some solid adjustments to both my arm drag and my Russian tie up. Perfect way to start the day. If you're looking for a place to train and think you can't make it work with your schedule----you're wrong! Check them out!