BUILDING CHARACTER THROUGH JIU-JITSU
EMPOWERING YOUTH. BUILDING LEADERS. TRANSFORMING COMMUNITIES
“Providing access to structured youth development programs that promote discipline, confidence, and resilience in East LA and Boyle Heights.”
ABOUT US
HISTORY & EXPANSION
Founded in April 2022, East LA Jiu-Jitsu is expanding to Boyle Heights in 2025 to reach more underserved youth.
MISSION STATEMENT
To empower youth and families by building character, resilience, and leadership through accessible jiu-jitsu programs and mentorship opportunities.
VISION STATEMENT
We envision a future where every child, regardless of background, has access to programs that inspire confidence, discipline, and personal growth.
PROGRAMS
Adult & Kid’s Jiu-Jitsu Classes
Safe, structured training that builds confidence, discipline, and life skills for youth of all ages.
Scholarships and Financial Assistance
No child turned away—offering tuition assistance to ensure access for all.
Community Outreach Initiatives
Partnering with KIPP Schools, Homeboy Industries, and LAPD Hollenbeck PALS to serve underserved youth and families.
Competitions and Tournaments
Our competition team represents East LA Jiu-Jitsu in local, regional, and national tournaments—building teamwork and resilience.
Mentorship and Leadership Development
We’re developing future leaders through mentorship programs that focus on personal growth, accountability, and teamwork.
After-School Jiu-Jitsu Classes
Providing safe, structured training for youth through partnerships with KIPP Charter Schools and other community programs.
Help us continue this mission. Donate today. Sponsor a child. Join the movement.
Together, we can change lives.
800+ Youth Served Annually
250 Scholarships Awarded Yearly
1200+ Families Engaged Through Events
Serving East Los Angeles and expanding into Boyle Heights
6 Major Partnerships, Including KIPP and Homeboy Industries
East LA Jiu Jitsu
Hello, World!
East LA Jiu Jitsu founders, Ron Mukai, Wendy Mukaiand Scott Torres are all black belts and experienced instructors in Brazilian jiu jitsu (BJJ). Ron Mukai and his family have been leaders in the East LA business community for over 90 years and both Ron and Scott have deep, generational roots in East LA.
Mission: “Building Character Through Jiu Jitsu”. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu produces confident, hardworking, humble, disciplined individuals. East LA Jiu Jitsu wants every kid on the East side to train (currently as young as 5 years old), and raise up the next generation of leaders in our community!
Promise: “Providing world class jiu jitsu to all East LA youth, regardless of their financial situation”. Fees will be on a sliding scale and nobody will be turned away because of their inability to pay. East LA jiu jitsu partners with other non-profits, charter schools, local churches, government agencies, the community, and generous partners like YOU, to bring BJJ to any youth desiring to learn and grow from this proven discipline.
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Contact East LA jiu jitsu
Everyone’s jiu jitsu journey starts with a phone call and a visit. Please let us know when we can sit down, face to face, and talk about how jiu jitsu can change your life!
Feel free to send us a message below with any questions you may have.
Location
3660 E. 1ST STREET
LOS ANGELES CA 90063
323-347-1234
email: eastlajiujitsu@gmail.com