The Training Center

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Name: M B****
Date: 2024-03-02 20:35:19
Rating: 5
Comment: This is where the magic happens. If youre looking to train Jiujitsu, MMA, just looking to get a good workout in this is the place to be.

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Name: H**** E*****
Date: 2024-03-01 02:57:25
Rating: 5
Comment: Great instruction and staff, no egos and awesome members! A+

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Name: N***** K******
Date: 2023-10-26 00:40:26
Rating: 5
Comment: Visited this gym while on vacation, pretty mind blowing to learn jiu jitsu from Barrett Yoshida. Super technical as well as a friendly atmosphere. Thanks for having me Chris!

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Name: J***** S*******
Date: 2023-07-30 02:20:25
Rating: 5
Comment: New to San Diego and I’m glad I decided on the training center. A lot of high level people I get to go to class with, and I haven’t met anyone that I felt was trying to injure me. Seems like there’s a solid awareness to get better and make others better. Also, Chris Leben and Baret Yoshida I mean come on.

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Name: L****** F*****
Date: 2023-07-19 23:16:00
Rating: 5
Comment: My son attends the youth jiu-jitsu classes here at 4 p.m. Mondays through Wednesdays. My son is having a blast, building confidence and skills and Chris Leben is such a wonderful youth mentor and coach. I found The Training Center when I attended a womens self defense workshop here. The Training Center is a great place to work out and build self confidence for people of all ages.

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Name: J****** H*****
Date: 2023-07-07 21:33:34
Rating: 5
Comment: I joined a few weeks ago and am so impressed with the coaching here- jordan is absolutely amazing and is able to seamlessly coach us all individually (and adjust to varying needs/levels) while still keeping the pace of the class, all within an hour. ivan is also an incredibly knowledgeable/experienced teacher and is super easy-going and patient with beginners like myself. love the environment and huge props to those guys for doing an epic job, you can tell they truly love it!

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Name: M*** H*****
Date: 2023-06-15 05:24:58
Rating: 5
Comment: I’m 58 years old and now 2-0 in the cage thanks to Chris Leben and The Training Center to train me and prepare me for competition!!! The coaches that work with you are THE BEST!!!! It will change your life if you give it a chance!! Best thing I ever did for myself was join The Training Center and train with a champion Chris Leben and his other coaches too!!! Jordan, Ivan!! The Best!!! Give it a shot!!! It will change your life for the best

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Name: D**** S*******
Date: 2023-06-15 05:24:54
Rating: 5
Comment: The Training Center has world-class coaches that will help anyone at any level. I have met great people and learned a lot from my time at The Training Center and would suggest it to anyone who wants to get into combat sports.

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Name: B**** S*****
Date: 2023-06-15 04:47:51
Rating: 5
Comment: I HIGHLY RECOMMEND the Training Center for both the beginner and the experienced competitor! Ran by UFC legend and Hall of Famer Chris “The Crippler” Leben, there is no other place to go when looking for the full MMA experience! Chris’s enthusiastic and passionate coaching style make learning the techniques easy while still being able to get a great workout!! The Training Center also has great Jiu-Jitsu and Boxing/Kickboxing classes that are lead by very experienced and knowledgeable coaches! This is easily the best gym in San Diego for martial arts!!

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Name: P*** J******
Date: 2023-06-09 22:09:56
Rating: 5
Comment: Honestly 5 stars really is not enough for Chris and the TCC team. The facility is spotless, mats always fresh, equipment top-tier, space is raw and energy always uplifting with music and coaches pushing people to perform. The best training facility in SoCal hands down. The culture is great too—good people just doing what they love and it shows. Don’t take my word for it though—do yourself a favor—stop by and check it out for yourself. 🙏🏽🎶🧨🔥

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Name: J***** O*******
Date: 2023-06-09 19:48:49
Rating: 5
Comment: I transitioned over to The Training Center last October and I’ve really enjoyed my experience since day one. It had real fighters with real experience as coaches that put you through the well thought out classes at convenient times. Jordan Bailey at the 9am boxing class has brought my boxing skills to the next level with his attention to detail and motivation. He’s able to adjust the classes to all skill levels which is a valuable quality in a coach. Ivan Herrera at the 10am no-gi class brings his unique combination of jiujitsu and wrestling to the table which challenges student of all levels. These guys care about their students and our progress and martial artists and people and that is why I train at The Training Center.

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Name: I*** M*******
Date: 2023-06-09 18:08:50
Rating: 5
Comment: Been to many mma gyms in sd county. Hands down the best. Great coaches who work with everyone at their level; pro or beginner. Get ready to put some real work in.

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Name: H** T*****
Date: 2023-06-08 19:25:56
Rating: 5
Comment: I’ve trained here for over a year and could not be more satisfied. The Training Center has a family feel and not intimidating like some other gyms. Coaches are the very best in the industry.

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Name: S**** m*******
Date: 2023-06-08 19:21:59
Rating: 5
Comment: Amazing coaches. Real MMA gym

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Name: J** K*******
Date: 2023-06-08 17:51:29
Rating: 5
Comment: Absolutely the very best MMA gym in all of SoCal! The coaches are all experienced world class competitors and motivate each student to be his or her best! I absolutely love the training and the community that is fostered at The Training Center! Come join the family!

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Name: M*** S*****
Date: 2023-06-08 17:39:38
Rating: 5
Comment: Best gym I’ve ever trained at. The gym is immaculate, coaches are incredible. The bags, mats, and pads are in great shape as well. Everyone I’ve trained with their is really cool and everyone is trying to help you improve in anyway they can. There is a lounge area to hang at if you get there early or want to stay late. Plus interacting with LEGENDS like Chris Leben and Baret Yoshida on a daily basis is definitely cool.

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Name: E***** K***
Date: 2023-06-01 19:04:26
Rating: 5
Comment: Amazing gym with incredible coaches like the legendary baret Yoshida for bjj and Chris leben for mma and striking classes. World class and has a great training environment for beginners all the way to the pros! Highly recommend

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Name: J*** R****
Date: 2023-04-29 20:26:26
Rating: 5
Comment: We have been training here at The Training Center since the start. This place is where you want to be to get in great shape and know how to throw blows and twist someone up into a pretzel! Love the camaraderie of crew here..BEAST!!🤙

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Name: M****** B*********
Date: 2023-04-21 19:33:28
Rating: 5
Comment: Did a day pass to Box here a few weeks ago when traveling. Chris was super welcoming and had a great attention to detail when leading the class. Very exited to call The Training Center my home in the next year or less after relocation 👍👍👍

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Name: D***** H******
Date: 2023-04-19 17:17:43
Rating: 5
Comment: The coaches and staff at this gym are extremely knowledgeable, supportive and easily the best overall in my experience at all combat gyms I’ve been to. If you’re a beginner, or advanced this is the place for you. The coaches are masters at what they do! Everyone is extremely friendly, it’s a great culture here.The facility itself is big, very nice and new. Equipment is new and very high quality. Great location right off freeways. What more can you ask for

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Name: H******
Date: 2023-03-05 22:59:32
Rating: 5
Comment: I love this place! Every time I come in I’m welcomed by what feels like family. The coaches are all top notch and take time with each student. After I finish a class I always feel 100 times better. No matter how bad of a day I’m having after a class I’m feeling great!! Chris Leben, the staff, and students are all considered family to me now!!!

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Name: S**** V** R******
Date: 2023-02-18 00:01:53
Rating: 5
Comment: Super solid group of people of all backgrounds. I’ve been training jiu jitsu in the mornings with coach Ivan for about 8 months. Whether it’s your first day or have been training for years, Ivan breaks down the class for everyone to learn.If you’re on the on the fence about joining a MMA gym, The Training Center is the best. If you don’t like one of the classes, give the other 10 a shot and find one that works for you, you won’t regret it.

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Name: Z** S***
Date: 2023-01-04 05:45:15
Rating: 5
Comment: With Chris Leben and Baret Yoshida heading the programs, its hard to imagine a better place to learn effective martial arts.

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Name: M*** C*******
Date: 2022-08-20 01:11:23
Rating: 5
Comment: Welcoming gym with lots of knowledge

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Name: B*** C*****
Date: 2022-05-05 01:19:51
Rating: 5
Comment: This place rocks. The staff is amazing. Super friendly and helpful. They go above and beyond! Awesome

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Name: C**** W********
Date: 2022-04-14 06:49:09
Rating: 5
Comment: This facility is top notch, whether you are looking to get a good workout, learn martial arts, or compete! Chris Leben has seen it all and brings his experience to the table, which is something you don’t get at many gyms at such a high level. Ivan, the jiu jitsu coach is also a world champion and is passionate about his craft. Both of them are there to look out for all of the students, it doesn’t matter what level you are. All egos are left at the door and we are a family here.

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Name: b**** w****
Date: 2022-04-14 06:22:05
Rating: 5
Comment: The Training Center is an outstanding MMA gym. Founded by UFC legend Chris Leben, and coached by a team of professional MMA and BJJ athletes, the coaching here is elite level. I joined this gym 3.5 months ago with zero experience and coach Ivan, Chris, and the whole team have done such an amazing job with me I was able to compete with confidence in my first BJJ tournament after only three months of training. The gym itself is immaculate, and offers an outstanding training space. The coaching staff are always welcoming, and encouraging with their students whether they are brand new, or very experienced. The class sizes are amazing, typically small and offer opportunities for personal instruction from pro athletes. Dont think about it, come in and check The Training Center out, you will not regret it.

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Name: J***** B*****
Date: 2022-04-14 04:25:16
Rating: 5
Comment: The coach in the early morning classes one of the best coaches I ever worked with. I’m Completely new to martial arts and working out in general. Made me feel comfortable and confident in what I was doing. Learn how to hit, not get hit. Real ninja stuff. recommend this place for anybody looking to try something new.

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Name: j**** l****
Date: 2022-04-13 12:33:54
Rating: 5
Comment: I have been with this gym since they first opened up. The staff and atmosphere is very welcoming. “The Crippler” Chris Leben himself is very involve so you will run in to him daily, which to me is pretty cool.I understand going to a gym like this for the first time can be very intimidating, however, once in the doors you get that it is a friendly vibe and there are no egos.So I recommend just give it a try.

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Name: J*** C*****
Date: 2022-04-13 03:10:55
Rating: 5
Comment: Great location right of the 5 South in PB on the second floor of The Gym. Lots of mat space, tear drop & upper cut bags. Sensei Leben teaches his style of MMA honed and battle tested. Veteran technician in the cage and now a licensed referee for CSAC. Knowledge bombs dropped daily.

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Name: C****** H*****
Date: 2022-03-17 03:14:59
Rating: 5
Comment: The staff and facility are elite level. Anyone would be a fool to pass this gym up

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Name: r***** m******
Date: 2022-03-06 16:38:29
Rating: 5
Comment: Great gym nice people beautiful equipment went for a drop in because i was visiting and everyone was welcoming and very enjoyable to roll with

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Name: A**** G
Date: 2022-03-05 05:22:45
Rating: 5
Comment: Top notch!! This was a great experience for my son. I appreciate the time that was taken you guys are amazing!! I will be back.

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Name: B**** W*****
Date: 2022-03-01 01:14:03
Rating: 5
Comment: Hi, I’m totally newbie to martial arts, wasn’t even a fan of the UFC, didn’t even know Chris Leben was a famous athlete. I joined because i wanted to lose baby weight after becoming a mom 4 years ago. Not only has this gym been the perfect outlet to lose weight, but one top of that, I’ve learned some really cool skills and made lots of friends here too! Everyone is super kind and helpful to beginners. As a woman, I was especially nervous to try out Jiu Jitsu for the first time, but I’ve had such a blast, it’s been a great surprise. I feel stronger and more confident than ever!”

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Name: A*** B*****
Date: 2022-02-26 02:35:49
Rating: 5
Comment: I’ve trained at tons of gyms throughout California and this one is by far the cleanest I’ve ever seen. On top of that, the classes I’ve experienced here are incredible.I’ve taken 2 boxing classes from Chris Leben so far and my mind is blown. Every other striking class I’ve had in my life pales in comparison to the way he coaches. It’s clear he is the REAL DEAL. I believe he’s the only one in San Diego who has the experience to back up what he teaches. His Pro MMA Team guys are all amazing teachers as well.The Jiu Jitsu instructor Ivan — his focus on fundamentals has helped me fill many gaps in my game (purple belt). I’m definitely addicted.Each coach has this crazy ability to tailor their class to both the newest member and the most advanced member at the same time. Really stoked to get to train here!

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Name: E***** M*****
Date: 2022-02-26 01:43:00
Rating: 5
Comment: What an amazing experience it has been to train with the legend himself!!! Chris Leben!!