Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu · El Cajon since 2017
It is never
too lateto start.
A friendly, family-run academy in East County. Novice through advanced, in a room where nobody is trying to prove anything at your expense.
- 2017Family owned
- 5.0Google rating
- 6Disciplines
- 1 wkFree trial
- ★Military discount
Your first week is on us
One full week of classes. No card, no contract, no obligation. Come see whether the room is right for you before you spend a dollar.
What we teach
Four ways in
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is the backbone. Everything else is built around it.
Kids Jiu-Jitsu
Confidence, focus and real self-defense. The class our parents talk about most.
Adult Jiu-Jitsu
Gi and no-gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu from first day through advanced. Novice to competitor.
Jeet Kune Do
Striking, weapons and practical self-defense from the Progressive Fighting System lineage.
W.A.S.P. Women's
Women's Awareness Self Protection. Practical defense taught without the drill-sergeant act.
Why Trilogy
Lineage you can look up
Sean Wheeler founded the gym in January 2017 after thirty years on the mats, starting in kickboxing at seventeen and moving into the Progressive Fighting System under Paul Vunak. He trains in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under Professor Marcel Louzado.
The coaching staff carries black belts under Fabio Santos and Alfredo Barum, plus decades of combined experience in wrestling, boxing and self-defense instruction for law enforcement and military. You can verify every name on this page.
Full competition mat · 13727 Camino Canada, El Cajon
A room without ego
Students are pushed toward their own potential, not measured against someone else's. Beginners roll with beginners. Nobody gets used as a crash test dummy on day one.
Six disciplines, one mat
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Jeet Kune Do, wrestling, boxing, yoga and our W.A.S.P. women's program. Train one or cross-train several without changing gyms.
Built for families
Parents train, kids train, sometimes both in the same evening. The reviews that mention feeling like family were not written by us.
What families say
Rated 5.0 on Google
Fourteen reviews, every one of them five stars. Most of them mention the same two things: the coaching and the atmosphere.
★★★★★Excellent for introducing kids to jiu-jitsu. The coaches are skilled, knowledgeable and patient. Easy to reach for East County families, and the owners offer a free week trial.
★★★★★My son started a little over a year ago and loves it. Lots of parking, and everyone there makes you feel like family. Recommended for kids and adults of all ages.
★★★★★Orlando is patient but firm enough to keep the kids focused. He teaches real life lessons about bullying and how to defend yourself.
★★★★★Great for beginners. Amazing instructors, very welcoming and friendly.
★★★★★Friendly vibe, highly qualified instructors, and a nice new facility. Recommended for BJJ, self-defense and JKD.
★★★★★My son started a few months ago and we were welcomed with open arms. Great gym for kids five and up, with a generous trial and a military discount.
Inside the gym
A look at the mat
Before you come in
Questions people actually ask
Is the free week really free?
Yes. One full week of classes, no card, no contract and no obligation. If it is not the right fit you simply stop coming.
What should I wear to my first class?
Shorts without pockets or zippers, and a t-shirt or rash guard. You do not need a gi to start. Bring water and come with clean feet and short nails.
Do I need a gi?
Not for your first week. If you decide to keep training we will point you at the right size and style. No pressure to buy anything up front.
How young can kids start?
Our kids program takes children from around age five, with a separate kids and teens class for older students. If your child is younger than five, call us and we will tell you honestly whether they are ready.
Am I too out of shape to start?
No. Jiu-jitsu is how you get in shape, not something you do after. Beginners work with beginners and nobody is thrown in over their head.
Do you offer a military discount?
Yes. Active military discounts are available. Mention it when you come in.
Do I need to sign a contract?
Not to try us. The free week has no contract and no card. If you decide to join after that, we will go through the options with you in person.
Where do I park?
There is a free private lot directly in front of the gym on Camino Canada.
How much does membership cost?
Rates depend on the program and how often you train, and there is an active military discount. Call us at (619) 381-7210 and we will walk you through it. Most people use the free week first and talk about pricing after.
Find us
On Camino Canada in El Cajon
Easy to reach from anywhere in East County, with a private lot out front. Walmart and Smart & Final are next door, so parents can run errands during class.
- Address
- 13727 Camino Canada, Ste A4
El Cajon, CA 92021 - Phone
- (619) 381-7210
- trilogymartialarts@yahoo.com
- Parking
- Free private lot. Wheelchair accessible entrance.