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My son and I are training here together and both love it. Great academy with a family feel!
Sampa is big enough to keep u learning and changing but small enough to be friendly, inviting and oh so challenging. If you want to work out and never be bored, u got to join a bootcamp session. It is awesome. Julie is the best! Always on point! She knows her stuff and is always willing to help you be a better you. Very cool gym!
I have been in martial arts for most of my life and I can say that I love everything about sampa, All the instructor are great .when it came time to put my 7 year old son in jiu jitsu I looked around even out of my area.we made sampa to be place we call home..
Thank you Sampa Family.....
Super friendly environment! Great coaches!! It’s like a big family, everyone just pushing each other to do better!
Sampa is a top tier BJJ academy. The inside is huge with plenty of room, the staff is always friendly and informative, the students have a reciprocating desire to learn and get better, and the instructors are passionate and patient to teach and excited to see you succeed. Professor Nathan Basseto is incredible and I highly recommend him
If you are looking for a BJJ academy that stays true to the art of BJJ, this place is it. Sampa is owned by a globally recognized 4th degree black belt named Professor Renato Migliaccio. Prof. Renato strives to provide high quality BJJ classes and it shows through his continued practice to maintain training in BJJ and other mixed martial arts. Prof. Renato has the ability to recognize the interests and athletic needs of the community he serves. I highly recommend this academy for children as young as 3 up to adults. If you come to Sampa you will be warmly welcomed to the Sampa family.
What not to love this place?? My son has been with Sampa for 2 years and he loves this place so much that he literately goes there 7 days a week! Great coaches and staff! They genuinely care about their students.
Hands down the best choice I ever made for my son. He’s learned discipline, has more confidence, and can defend himself.
Clean facility, amazing staff, and Prof. Renato is very involved with his students.
Why Some People Become Arrogant After Changing Belts? In martial arts, belts were never meant to symbolize superiority. They were meant to symbolize responsibility. Unfortunately, as students progress, some begin to confuse technical evolution with personal importance. Instead of becoming more humble, they become more arrogant. Instead of serving the team, they start expecting to […]
1. Is Jiu-Jitsu good for children? Jiu-Jitsu can help children develop: * discipline * confidence * coordination * focus * resilience * social skills * respect A good children’s program prioritizes development over competition results. — 2. Is Jiu-Jitsu safe for kids? A properly structured children’s program should emphasize: * supervision * age-appropriate instruction * […]
Adult Beginner Questions 1. Am I too old to start Jiu-Jitsu? Absolutely not. Many students begin in their 30s, 40s, 50s, and beyond. Good programs adapt training intensity to the student’s age, fitness level, and goals. — 2. Do I need to be in shape before starting? No. Many people start Jiu-Jitsu specifically to […]
You are not joining a neighborhood studio. You are joining an international organization built on standards, structure, and long-term vision. Although Sampa is family-run, it operates globally. We have produced more than 60 black belts worldwide and have over 1000 students under the Sampa flag, across different countries. That scale reflects consistency, leadership, and a […]
Renato Migliaccio Martial Arts Coach | Federation Executive | Educator | Entrepreneur Renato Migliaccio is a Brazilian-born martial arts coach, educator, entrepreneur, and international federation executive with more than 30 years of experience in combat sports, physical education, coaching, and athlete development. He is internationally recognized for his work in: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Judo Sambo Wrestling […]
Dear Sampa Families, We are excited to invite you to a very special event celebrating Sampa Jiu Jitsu’s 15-year anniversary. This milestone represents not only our journey, but the strength of the community we have built together. The event will take place in Big Bear, at a basketball court inside City Hall (full address and […]
During my graduate studies, one concept became very clear: Sport and physical education are not the same thing, even though many people treat them as interchangeable. Sport, by definition, is oriented toward performance. It is built around results—winning, rankings, medals, and progression within a competitive structure. At higher levels, this often comes with trade-offs. Athletes […]
🥋 Building the Next Generation of Black Belts A few years ago, during an international SAMBO examination, I (Renato) found myself helping a group of Brazilian athletes. The examiner spoke only English and Russian, so I translated and guided them through the test. When the first candidate — a Judo black belt — stepped up, […]
Feb 18–22, 2026 • Marbella, Spain Train with Olympic-level wrestling and world-class Gi/No-Gi—all in a premium seaside facility. Why this camp Coach Valentin Kalika (Wrestling): Olympic coach for the USA team behind Helen Maroulis’ historic Rio 2016 gold; long-time technical mentor on her run to the podium, as well as coach of many Olympic & […]
Looking for the ultimate way to keep your kids active, confident, and SMILING this summer? Enroll them in the Sampa BJJ Summer Camp, where fun meets discipline and confidence is built on the mat! 📅 Starting June 9th 🕙 Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays | 10:00 AM – 11:45 AM 👊 For boys & girls ages […]