Ferny Jiu Jitsu — Local services in Bakersfield

I cannot recommend Ferny Jiu-Jitsu enough! My son, who is an only child and homeschooled, has been training here for several months, and the transformation has been incredible. Not only has he gained physical strength, but his confidence and assertiveness have skyrocketed. Professor Ferny, a 3rd-degree black belt, is an exceptional teacher. His deep knowledge of jiu-jitsu really shines, and he knows how to make each class both challenging and fun.

One thing I really appreciate is the gym’s philosophy on earning your stripes "Where everything is earned, not given." They are not handed out easily, which teaches my son the value of hard work, perseverance, and discipline. It’s a great lesson in life that goes beyond just jiu-jitsu.

Ferny Jiu-Jitsu is also a competition gym, and they regularly join tournaments. It's been such a great experience for my son to be part of a team that pushes him to compete and grow, all while fostering a strong sense of discipline and sportsmanship.

The gym has a warm, family-oriented atmosphere, which has been perfect for us. We’ve felt welcomed from day one. The prices are also very reasonable compared to other gyms, and it’s clear that they truly care about the students’ growth—not just in jiu-jitsu, but in life. If you're looking for a place that offers both a supportive environment and the opportunity for competition, this is definitely the...

Started out ok and then over a year later without missing class, seeing the true colors of the stories that I heard about the coach, when I started. I tried to give it a chance and support the best I could, however the coach is very childish and unappreciated of the parents who were supporting his business, doing extras such as buying him/ his daughter energy drinks and food during tournaments because he was always asking for them, and helping out when coach was gone with a overflowing restroom. Point of review is to make aware of the issues you will incounter, and make no mistake you will be told you never do enough. With the guilt trips. Parents pitched in to help fix coaches car bought him a coach of year belt to show appreciation and nothing still demands more. If you appreciate your customers or family as he calls it they will continue to be happy to help, but he goes as far to tell you what to write and or edit it if he doesn't approve. Is a big Red Flag to me. As a business owner I have never seen such selfish and ungrateful behavior from a person who claims to be a family. Or cares for the kids. His ego is the main reason for his struggle to keep students as I watched many parents walk away for the treatment received and we just did the same. Hopefully he learns to appreciate the people who were supporting him. Do...

I started training at Ferny Jiu Jitsu when I was around 14 years old. Greatest decision I had made. First week I wanted to quit, but Ferny picked me up and gave me a pep talk so I went back in and got back on the mat. Years later my brother and I came back to Ferny Jiu Jitsu and he was still welcoming with open arms, very supportive, a great role model, and makes sure everyone feels welcome. Here at FJJ we are a big family. We do seminars, celebrate birthdays, at the end of the year he gives trophy’s, medals, and a belt for those who have done a certain amount of tournaments, and many other things! One of the many things I see and know about Ferny is he always gives it his 1,000% all, goes above and beyond for not only the kids, but also the parent's, is always patient with everyone. I will never regret starting at Fern Jiu Jitsu. If you want to train with the best,...