Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu · Wrestling · Judo · Boxing
Step on the mat.
Leave stronger.
Corona's home for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and martial arts — for kids, adults, and women. World-class Alliance coaching, a community that has your back, and your first week on us.
A proud Alliance affiliate under Professor Johnny Faria of Alliance San Diego.
Programs for every age & goal
From a three-year-old's first class to a competitor chasing the podium — there's a place for you on our mats. No experience needed to start.
Kids Jiu-Jitsu
Confidence, discipline, and real self-defense — built one class at a time. Age-and-skill grouped, from first-day Littles to advanced competitors.
Adults Jiu-Jitsu
The most effective self-defense there is — gi and no-gi. Leverage over strength, technique over ego. Come as you are; leave stronger.
Women's Jiu-Jitsu
A supportive room to train and grow in jiu-jitsu with confidence — taught by women, for women, at every experience level.
Boxing
Footwork, form, and conditioning in a controlled, technique-first room. No sparring, no contact — just real skill and a serious workout.
Kids Wrestling
Grit, balance, and takedowns from experienced coaches. A powerful base for any grappler and a sport that builds champions on and off the mat.
Judo
The art of the throw. Discipline, respect, and self-confidence through the gentle way — for beginners and experienced judoka alike.
Not sure where to start? Your first week is on us — we'll help you find the right fit.
Find your class
Six days a week, morning and evening. New students are welcome in any fundamentals or kids class — just show up a few minutes early.
Monday
4 classes- Littles Gi Jiu-Jitsu3:30 PMAges 3–6
- Kids Wrestling4:15 PMAges 6–13
- Kids Gi Fundamentals5:15 PMAges 6–13
- Adult Gi Jiu-Jitsu6:15 PM
Tuesday
8 classes- Adult Gi Fundamentals9:00 AM
- Kids Gi Fundamentals10:00 AMAges 6–13
- Littles Gi Jiu-Jitsu11:00 AMAges 3–6
- Littles Gi Jiu-Jitsu3:30 PMAges 3–6
- Kids No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu4:15 PMAges 6–13
- Kids Boxing Technique5:15 PMAges 6–13
- Adult No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu6:15 PM
- Adult Boxing Technique7:15 PM
Wednesday
4 classes- Adult Gi Jiu-Jitsu9:00 AM
- Kids Wrestling10:00 AMAges 6–13
- Advanced Kids Gi5:15 PMAges Coach approval
- Adult Gi Jiu-Jitsu6:15 PM
Thursday
8 classes- Adult Gi Fundamentals9:00 AM
- Kids Gi Fundamentals10:00 AMAges 6–13
- Littles Gi Jiu-Jitsu11:00 AMAges 3–6
- Littles Gi Jiu-Jitsu3:30 PMAges 3–6
- Kids Boxing Technique4:15 PMAges 6–13
- Kids Gi Jiu-Jitsu5:15 PMAges 6–13
- Adult Gi Jiu-Jitsu6:15 PM
- Adult Boxing Technique7:15 PM
Friday
2 classes- Women's Gi Jiu-Jitsu9:30 AM
- Kids Wrestling4:00 PMAges 6–13
Saturday
4 classes- Adult Gi Fundamentals8:00 AM
- Conditioning9:00 AMAges All ages
- All-Ages Wrestling10:00 AMAges All ages
- Judo11:00 AMAges All ages
Schedule may change on holidays — members see live class times and can reserve their spot in the app.
Start Free This WeekBuilt on hard work & respect
Our academy was founded by Heather VanderWeerd — a nurse practitioner and mother of four who opened the doors as a purple belt with a baby on the way. It was a test of resilience, and it grew into something bigger than a gym: a community of 160+ students who carry the lessons of the mat into home, work, and school.
Today we're a proud Alliance affiliate under Professor Johnny Faria of Alliance San Diego — connecting our students to one of the most respected teams in the sport, right here in Corona. Beginners are welcome, families train together, and every belt is earned.
Train with a
world-class team.
A proud Alliance affiliate under Professor Johnny Faria of Alliance San Diego.
Coaches invested in you
Experienced, credentialed, and genuinely in your corner — on the mat and off it.
Heather VanderWeerd
Owner & Head Coach
BJJ Brown Belt · Nurse Practitioner · Mama of 4
I want people to understand their potential to protect themselves and their families. Training alongside our students, I know their struggles — because I'm a student too. Jiu-jitsu gives me confidence, mentally and physically, and I want to share that with everyone who steps on our mats.
Sensei Emory Clay
Judo & Jiu-Jitsu
Judo Black Belt · BJJ Black Belt
I fell in love with martial arts the first time I saw the techniques work in real life. I teach now because I love to serve and help people grow. It's my pleasure to be a steward of the martial arts.
Coach Donald Anderson
Jiu-Jitsu
BJJ Brown Belt
Everyone starts somewhere. Show up, put in the work, and the belt takes care of itself.
Coach Wray Arneson
Jiu-Jitsu
BJJ Purple Belt
Limited-time offer
Your first week is free.
No pressure and no experience required. Come try any class that fits your schedule — bring the kids, bring a friend, and see why Corona trains with us.
Visit us in Corona
We're on South Main Street in downtown Corona. Stop in, call, or claim your free week online — we'd love to meet you.