Why Women Love Training BJJ at Our Hayward Academy

Thinking about Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu but not sure it's for you as a woman? Watch our women training at Mindset Martial Arts & Fitness in Hayward, then read why so many women in the Hayward, San Leandro and San Lorenzo area love training with us.

Technique Beats Size and Strength

BJJ was built for smaller people to control bigger, stronger opponents using leverage and technique. That's why it's one of the most effective forms of self-defense for women.

A Welcoming, Supportive Mat

Our community is built on helping the next person through it. Women of all ages and fitness levels train here, from total beginners to experienced competitors, and our coaches make sure every new student feels safe and comfortable.

You Train at Your Own Pace

Our classes are safe and structured. You choose your training partners and your intensity. Many women start by drilling technique and add live rolling when they feel ready.

An Amazing Workout

BJJ builds strength, cardio, flexibility and confidence all at once. It's a workout that keeps your mind engaged the whole time, so it never gets boring.

Hear From Our Members

Read Rachel's review, a 46-year-old woman's BJJ journey, and our guides to BJJ for women beginners and self-defense for women in Hayward. Prefer striking? Try our women's fitness kickboxing.

Train BJJ in Hayward

Mindset Martial Arts & Fitness is at 24249 Hesperian Blvd in Hayward, CA, next to Southland Mall, and has been teaching in Hayward for about 16 years. We're a short drive from San Leandro, San Lorenzo, Castro Valley and Union City. Women of all ages and fitness levels train with us. Our adult Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes are beginner-friendly, and we also offer kids BJJ and fitness kickboxing.

Check the class schedule or reserve your first class.