Grappling
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Traditional Gi Jiu-Jitsu with structured beginner and advanced classes. Clear progression path.
Complete martial arts and fitness training in Ramona — Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, MMA, Boxing, Muay Thai, Wrestling & Self-Defense under one roof.
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Multiple disciplines under one roof — from first day on the mat to black belt and fight night.
Grappling
Traditional Gi Jiu-Jitsu with structured beginner and advanced classes. Clear progression path.
Grappling
Modern submission grappling focused on control, speed, and finishes. Beginner & advanced.
Striking
A complete striking system — pads, bags, and technical sparring for every level.
Full Program
Striking and grappling combined into one complete combat system.
Grappling
Led by Tyler McKay, head coach at Ramona High School — pipeline to varsity wrestling.
Self-Defense
Gracie fundamentals and real-world scenarios through BJJ and our complete MMA system.
Kids, teens, adults, women-only, and 40+ — structured programs that meet you where you are.
Gi & no-gi. Confidence, focus, and real self-defense in age-based groups with competition options.
Boxing and Muay Thai fundamentals in a structured, high-energy setting.
Fundamentals and competition training with a path into high school wrestling.
Jiu-Jitsu, striking, and wrestling during adult class time as their own structured group.
Beginner and advanced classes with a clear path for progression.
Led by Whitney Hosseini. A focused, supportive training environment.
Dedicated jiu-jitsu for longevity with a peer group that trains for life.
Complete combat system — boxing, Muay Thai, and mixed martial arts.
Tournament prep for RBJJ Team and Ramona MMA Team athletes.
Fully sponsored BJJ for active-duty patrol officers through blue belt.
Free BJJ and scholarships for combat veterans with service-connected disabilities.
Structured training built on patience, consistency, and support.
Clean, well-maintained, and designed so parents and students have everything under one roof.
Grappling and striking run side by side.
Filter by audience and style. Tap a day to explore — early bird to open mat.
Mon–Thu 3:45–8:15 PM · Fri 3:45–7:30 PM · Sat 8:45–11:45 AM · Call or text anytime: (760) 787-5855
Black belts, IBJJF champions, retired law enforcement, military veterans, and Ramona Bulldogs wrestling coaches.
4th Degree BJJ Black Belt · Multiple IBJJF Titles · Black Belt since 2008 · Training since 1998
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt · Co-Owner · Leads the women's program
Head Wrestling Coach, Ramona High School
BJJ Black Belt · Retired SDPD Lieutenant · 6th Degree Eskrima Master
BJJ Black Belt · U.S. Marine · Home-Grown · Training since 2011
103–8 Pro Record · Pioneer of San Diego Muay Thai
BJJ Black Belt · First RBJJ Kids Program Black Belt · Training since 2010
Pro MMA 1–0 · Amateur 14–1 · Muay Thai 7–0 · Kinesiology Degree
Pro MMA 4–3 · Amateur 15–0 · Submission Specialist
BJJ Black Belt · Home-Grown since 2011 · Leads morning classes
Established in 2010, Ramona MMA Center was the first dedicated Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and MMA academy in Ramona. Over the years, it has grown into a long-standing, family-owned martial arts community built around quality instruction, consistency, and long-term development — from beginner students to home-grown black belts.
Inside the Center are two founding teams — RBJJ for grappling and Ramona MMA for striking. Train one path, the other, or all of it.
Ramona MMA Center Membership
RBJJ Team · Since 2010
Boxing & Muay Thai Kickboxing
Google · 133+ reviews
Yelp · 24+ reviews
Facebook · Top Rated
"We love this place! My son has been training here for over a year and my 5-year-old daughters joined and are doing great. Professor Kevin and Coach Whitney make members feel like family. Coaches are amazing and patient."
"Ramona MMA has been welcoming from DAY ONE. My son and daughter (5 and 4) join twice a week. The layout is spacious and the coaches handle kids incredibly — best days and worst."
"My family has attended for over a year. Excellent instruction. They actually LEARN here. The coaches are good with kids. I mean GOOD with kids. Patient, firm, and fun."
"Kevin and his team are absolutely amazing. The community feels like a family. No stigma if you're just starting out. I cannot recommend this gym enough. 10/10!"
"Best martial arts school in the Ramona area. Coaches Kevin and Cameron invest in each student, meeting them where they're at. Give it a shot."
"My whole family trains here. Welcoming from day one. A family that plays together, stays together!"
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (Gi and No-Gi), MMA, Wrestling, Boxing, Muay Thai kickboxing, and Self-Defense. Specialty programs include kids classes (ages 3.5–12), women's-only Jiu-Jitsu, the 40 & Up Club, homeschool PE, adaptive martial arts, We Defy Foundation, and Adopt a Cop.
2102 Main Street, Suite 2, Ramona, CA 92065. We serve Ramona, Poway, Escondido, and the greater San Diego area.
No. Every program is designed for beginners. New students start with a structured curriculum that builds fundamentals step by step. Reserve a private trial to walk through the gym with a coach.
Click "Reserve Your Private Trial" and fill out the short form. A coach will respond within one business day to schedule your visit.
Monday 3:25–8:15 PM · Tuesday 3:45–8:15 PM · Wednesday 3:25–8:15 PM · Thursday 3:45–8:15 PM · Friday 3:45–7:30 PM · Saturday 8:45–11:45 AM. Closed Sunday (open mat by appointment).
One private session with a black belt. One full walk-through of the Center. First session complimentary.
2102 Main Street, Suite 2 · Ramona, CA 92065
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