01 / GRAPPLINGBrazilian Jiu Jitsu
Learn to control positions, execute submissions, and solve problems on the ground. Build your understanding one technique at a time.
BRAZILIAN JIU JITSU & MMA WHITTIER, CA
Learn. Grow.
Get stronger
together.
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & MMA in Whittier, California.
Martial arts classes for kids and adults, with training times to fit your busy life. Build your skills, improve your fitness, and grow in confidence, on the mats and beyond.
Try a day for free. No hassle, no gimmicks,
no contract for your trial.
DIFFERENT GOALS.
ONE TEAM.
ONE TEAM.
TILLIS BRAZILIAN JIU JITSU & MMA
ALL LEVELS WELCOME✳KIDS & ADULTS✳BUILT ON COMMUNITY✳YOUR FIRST DAY IS FREE
ROOTED IN WHITTIER. DEDICATED TO YOU.01 / OUR ACADEMY
Helping you grow,
on and off the mats.
At Tillis BJJ & MMA, we want you to get more out of training than techniques alone. We’re here to help you grow physically and mentally, whether your goal is to get in shape, learn self-defense, or take your skills into competition.
Our Whittier academy brings together kids, adults, beginners, and experienced martial artists. Everyone comes with different goals, but we train as a team and help each other improve.
EXPERIENCE ON THE MATS. HEART IN THE COMMUNITY.
Meet Noah Tillis
Owner & Head Instructor
Born and raised in Whittier, Noah began Brazilian Jiu Jitsu at eight years old and earned his black belt in 2012. His background includes championship grappling and a professional MMA career that included Bellator.
Today, his passion is bringing that experience back to his community, helping everyday students and competitive athletes get the most out of their training.
02 / FIND YOUR PRACTICE
Find the training
that’s right for you.
With a range of martial arts programs and classes for kids and adults, there’s room to try something new and keep developing your skills.
01 / GRAPPLING
02 / AGES 4+Kids Martial Arts
Help your child build confidence, discipline, and respect while having fun learning new skills. Classes start at age four.
03 / STRIKINGMuay Thai & Kickboxing
Learn punches, kicks, knees, and elbows through focused training that develops your technique and challenges your fitness.
04 / STRIKINGBoxing
Work on your footwork, defense, and punching technique while building coordination and conditioning.
05 / GRAPPLINGWrestling
Develop your takedowns, balance, and control. Learn how to bring the action to the ground and strengthen your grappling.
06 / THE COMPLETE PICTUREMixed Martial Arts
Combine striking and grappling as you learn to connect techniques from different martial arts.
03 / OUR COMMUNITY
What our students
have to say.
The best decisions I have made for my kids! I have been taking my kids for almost 5 years and the transformation I have seen from my oldest is very noticeable. He walked in as a 7 year old shy kid to now being 12 years old with confidence at peak. My 7 year old daughter could be sweet and at the flip of the switch turns feisty. All thanks to this gym and all the coaches involved in the kids program.Posted on Google
Noah absolutely loves to coach. You can tell. He loves and adores the kids. They train hard and he’s always there for them. He’s produced a lot of competitors as well. This is our second home. I recommend this place to anyone for any of their goals whether it be to learn a new skill, become strong, work out, gain an incredible community. Tillis is the absolute best spot in Whittier.Posted on Google
By far one of the best choices in my life was joining Tillis it has enhanced my skills not only in my training but in everyday life it’s the perfect place to push your skills to the next level for competition and getting started is easy weather it’s for fitness, competing or even meeting new people the professor coaches and students make the perfect team to have in your corner.Posted on Google
04 / FIND US
Your next chapter.
Right here in Whittier.
05 / YOUR FIRST STEP
Come in.
Meet the team.
Try a class.
Choosing a gym is personal. We want you to feel sure you enjoy training with us before you commit.
Join us for a free one-day trial, meet our coaches, and experience a class for yourself. No hassle, no gimmicks, and no contract required for your trial.