Kaizen Academy

Brazilian jiu-jitsu in Venice, United States.

Details checked against the gym's website, October 2026Reviews on Google ↗

Kaizen Academy is a Brazilian jiu-jitsu gym in Venice, California, United States — one of 2 gyms in Venice on the Mat Track directory. Its timetable lists classes on 6 days of the week, including an open mat on Friday. It offers a free trial class. Timetables and offers are on trainatkaizen.com.

Brazilian jiu-jitsu(gi and no-gi)

Free trialBeginnersKidsDrop-inOpen mat Fri

From $115/monthView timetable

Details

2014 Lincoln Blvd, Venice, CA 90291, United States

trainatkaizen.com

Head coach: Andrew Menard

Affiliation: 360 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Open since 2024

(424) 299-1563 Facebook YouTube

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Class schedule

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Mon

NoGi BJJ12:00

Kids BJJ 3-515:30

Kids BJJ 6+16:00

NoGi BJJ18:00

Gi BJJ19:30

Tue

Gi Fundamentals17:00

Gi BJJ18:00

NoGi BJJ19:30

Wed

NoGi BJJ12:00

Kids BJJ 3-515:30

Kids BJJ 6+16:00

NoGi BJJ18:00

Gi BJJ19:30

Thu

Gi Fundamentals17:00

Gi BJJ18:00

NoGi BJJ19:30

Fri

NoGi BJJ12:00

Gi Fundamentals18:00

Open Mat19:00

Sat

Gi Fundamentals09:00

Open Mat10:00

GrapplingOther

Classes without a listed end time are shown as one hour. From trainatkaizen.com, checked October 2026. Times change — confirm with the gym. Run this gym? Claim the page to keep it right.

Prices

Adult Brazilian Jiu Jitsu	$185 / month
Muay Thai	$115 / month
Hybrid BJJ + Muay Thai	$265 / month
Kids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu	$175 / month
Single Day Drop-In	$50 per class

As listed on trainatkaizen.com, checked October 2026. Prices change, so confirm with the gym.

Coaches

Andrew MenardFounder, Head InstructorBJJ black belt
Brian SimonitschMuay Thai Instructor

Good to know

Can complete beginners join Kaizen Academy?: Yes. Kaizen Academy runs beginner classes, such as “Gi Fundamentals”.
Does Kaizen Academy offer a free trial class?: Yes, Kaizen Academy offers a free trial: book it on their site.
Can visitors drop in at Kaizen Academy?: Yes, visitors can drop in at Kaizen Academy ($50 per class), and there's an open mat on Friday.
Does Kaizen Academy have kids' classes?: Yes, Kaizen Academy runs kids' classes for ages 3-13.
When are adult classes at Kaizen Academy?: Kaizen Academy runs adult classes at lunchtime, in the evening and on weekends. Every class is in the timetable.
Does Kaizen Academy train gi or no-gi?: Both. Kaizen Academy runs gi and no-gi classes.
What should I bring to my first class at Kaizen Academy?: Arrive 5-10 minutes early. Wear athletic wear (shorts and t-shirt are fine). No Gi needed for trial. Group warm-up, technique instruction with partner drills at controlled pace, cool down and Q&A.
What does Kaizen Academy teach?: Kaizen Academy covers fundamentals and sparring.
Does Kaizen Academy have a competition team?: Yes, Kaizen Academy has a competition team.