Experienced guidance
Approachable volunteer instructors provide structure while helping members develop at their own level.
Volunteer-led · On base · Free to train
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu at 29 Palms
Structured training for anyone with base access, led by experienced volunteers right here at 29 Palms.
Approachable InstructionOrganized TrainingClose-Knit CommunityAll Experience Levels
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Training at 29 Palms
Train without unnecessary barriers
29 Palms BJJ makes it easier to train without leaving base. Structured classes. Experienced instructors. A friendly, low-pressure environment.
Community first
Training is recreational, challenging, and grounded in a safe, close-knit environment.
Convenient access
A practical on-base option where comparable training opportunities nearby are limited.
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Your first visit
New to BJJ?
You do not need prior experience or special equipment before showing up. Arrive ready to learn and an instructor will help you get oriented.
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Come on in
Anyone with base access is eligible. Complete beginners are welcome, and you do not need to contact the club before attending.
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Wear what works
A gi is encouraged, but no-gi is welcome. Old cammies work as a gi substitute, or simply wear comfortable athletic clothing such as a shirt and shorts.
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Arrive ready
Plan to arrive 5–10 minutes early. Come clean, wear clean training clothes, and keep fingernails and toenails trimmed. Loaner gis are not currently available.
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Schedule & location
Weekly Training
Current Training Schedule
- Training Days
- Monday 0530 & 1730Tuesday 1730Wednesday 0530 & 1730Thursday 1730Friday 0530 & 1730
- Location
- Building 1519 · View location ↓
- Class Format
- Gi encouraged; no-gi welcomed
Holiday schedules may differ from the regular weekly schedule.
Schedule last verified: September 6, 2026
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Common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can train?
Anyone with base access is eligible to train.
Is training free?
Yes. There is no cost to train with 29 Palms BJJ.
Do I need previous experience?
No. Complete beginners are welcome, and instructors will help you get oriented.
Do I need a gi?
A gi is encouraged, but no-gi is welcome. Old cammies are a good gi substitute. If you have neither, comfortable athletic clothing such as a shirt and shorts is perfectly fine. Loaner gis are not available at this time.
Do I need to contact the club before attending?
No. You can simply show up 5–10 minutes before class. If you have questions beforehand, email [email protected].
What happens during class?
A typical 60-minute class follows this approximate flow:
- Warm-up10 min
- Review10 min
- Technique15 min
- Positional drills10 min
- Live rolling15 min
Live rolling is optional, not a requirement.
What are the hygiene and safety expectations?
Arrive clean and wear clean training clothes. If you work out beforehand, please wash before class. Keep fingernails and toenails trimmed, practice good oral hygiene, and follow instructor guidance and standard mat-safety expectations.
If you have a rash or other unexplained skin condition, do not participate until you have been cleared by a medical professional.
Is this an official MCAGCC or MCCS activity?
No. 29 Palms BJJ is a volunteer-run club located aboard MCAGCC Twentynine Palms and is separate from MCCS activities. It does not imply official Marine Corps, DoD, MCAGCC, or MCCS sponsorship or endorsement.
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Find the building
Building 1519West GymMCX
Training location
Building 1519
- Coordinates
- 34.235138, −116.061349
- Landmarks
- Next to West Gym and across from the MCX Starbucks entrance
- Parking
- Use the main parking lot; parking is unrestricted
- Entrance
- Use the door facing West Gym, marked with signs and posters
- Inside
- The large mat area is inside; restrooms are available for changing
- Access
- The building is open during training and locked outside training times
Ready when you are
See you on the mats
Questions are welcome
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