10th Planet Jiu Jitsu

I came in as a guest, and I am definitely sold! I have trained jiu jitsu on and off for 10 years, and checked out a few different gyms, and think this one is great! Unlike many other traditional jiu jitsu gyms, this gym offers strictly no-​gi/​no-​pajamas lol. Which in my opinion, is more realistic in real life self-​defense situations.
Class begins with a standard warm up, jogging, hip escape, front rolls etc, then we move on to technique. The evening I went in, Casey Halstead (one of the owners) was teaching. I felt he explained things very well and spoke clearly. After the technique, he made sure to go around and check that everyone was doing the move correctly.
Next, it was time to roll! As a petite woman, safety is a huge issue for me. Going with men who are much bigger than me, or even men my size can be difficult and scary sometimes because they can be much stronger. Not only were all the students, big and small very controlled, but the instructors were very good about watching everyone and making sure everything was controlled and safe.
Great experience at this location, I think it’s great for men and women of all sizes, and I will definitely be back!

Awesome coaches great people. Love the atmosphere and the work ethic, everyone trains hard and they are all there to help each other. I’ve been to a few mma schools and this is the one for me, works out great due to my work schedule. Not only do they offer from beginners jiujitsu to advanced but also have great wrestling, mma, and of course the kids monstersquad. You get it all. If you are looking for a way to get in shape and at the same time learn to defend your self from bad people come to 10^th planet costa mesa.

The only thing I can say besides the fact that coming here changed everything for me physically and mentally is that coach Matt has very smooth skin and smells of cinnamon.

I did a road trip across America training in the nations top academies. When I got to 10^th Planet Costa Mesa I decided to move from Canada to join the Monster Squad. There are very few gyms with something special. This gym is one of them.

Brand new to jiu jitsu and martial arts in general. Decided to think outside the box and try something new. I stepped foot into the gym for the first time and ended up leaving with a newfound sense of brotherhood. No attitudes or condescension at all. Do yourself a favor and join the 10pcm crew. You won’t regret it.

Oh the three locations here in Orange County, this is the biggest. I enjoy the atmosphere here. When you are training here, you FEEL like you are becoming a better person. The crowd is so diverse: 320 pounders down to 115 pounders, all intermingling. All ages are respected, young, prime, and the wise. Open mat gets big names showing up almost regularly, so it’s worth noting that if you get out here, you will learn something. Almost every person I’ve encountered here will be willing to teach you something the other either wasn’t able to articulate or noticed you doing inefficiently. They have been labeled the «Monster Squad» because of how consistently every member develops into a force to be reckoned, even over such a short period of consistent learning.

Super cool gym in costa mesa
Awesome environment to train mentally and physically also learn to discipline yourself.
Attending from brea

I started going here after my gym Reign closed in Lake Forest. The head coaches Ron Turner and Casey Halstead have a culture and work ethic here that was exactly what I was looking for in a new home gym and training «O’hana». The other instructors and coaches are welcoming and have a vast pool of jiu jitsu knowledge to teach from. The coaches either compete at very high levels or are breaking onto the MMA scene.
The classes are fun yet challenging. I have an awesome crew of welcoming tough WOMEN that I train with there. My sisters make me want to go to class and improve my game! We have a blast. If you have kids put them in the kid’s program because coach Wes is amazing with children and hilarious in the adult classes he covers. You always have massive respect for the skill and knowledge the coaches have but at the same time they feel like big brothers to me. See, the «O’hana» feel! ;)
The Facility and mats are cleaned constantly (everyone who trains KNOWS how VITAL this is) and well maintained. They just did a renovation and a few months back had painted an awesome new logo on the wall (excellent selfie spot for after training pics people: don’t forget the important things).
All in all, I love love love this gym, the staff, and the members. I wish they would open up one closer to my place, but then again I am moving out when the lease is up so hopefully I can move closer to 10thPCM.
One Oh, yo! #10p4l #10thPCMonsters #Ladymonsters

So glad I joined 10^th Planet, it has felt like family since day one. All of the instructors are so detailed and passionate about the sport, the students are super chill and excellent training partners. Very affordable and lots of class times/​locations to choose from, which has helped me stay consistent even with a busy schedule. Don’t wait to check this place out! Best thing you can do with your life.

After moving to Irvine, my old Jiu — Jitsu academy was to just to far from work and home. I have also been wanting to try 10^th plant for a while. I went on the website and sent in my info. What really hooked me was when Andy (coach) called me and spent about a half hour on the phone with me just discussing life and jiu– jitsu. I knew this would be the place for me. I signed up without ever having tried a class because I knew it where I was meant to be. MY first class I met Wes and Ron (coaches) and was hooked on the whole vibe of the place. Even though I had never met any of these guys in my life, I felt like if some stranger walked in and tried to pick a fight, they would all have my back, even though we had all never met (if that makes sense). I’ve only been here for about 3 months and it really is a family, no drama, no bad karma, just everyone helping everyone get better. Need help moving? The guys are there. Need a shirt? The guys are there. Need a ride? The guys are there. Truly an exceptional environment. Can not recommend trying it out enough!

The instructors are very friendly and are detailed in their explanation of positions/​submissions. Training at this gym you get a feeling that you are part of a team, which makes the training that much more engaging and fun. The students here are all very approachable and willing to help each other out.

This place is the real deal! I’ve bounced around from one BJJ schools to another and I finally found a home. Great people here! If your looking to train hard and learn a lot… check this place out. Coach Casey, Ron, and Andy will teach you, push you, and make you laugh! Great coaches and great training partners.

His gym is a bit far for me but it is definitely an environment that sustains growth (in humans themselves, not the physical gym or the business) people come from far and wide with all levels of experience just to have a feel of the vibe the intensity the knowledge the very very robust group of individuals that come are a wide range from children yo black belts from New York… It’s a family… Yeah a family of strong healthy killers … But a true family none the less … Start weak leave strong …

Very happy with the service, instructors, and students here. Excited to spend more time here in 2015 learning and growing with these folks.
Don’t be too shy to come and check out a class… everyone is seriously really nice and jiu jitsu will change your life for the better. It’s amazing!

If you’re looking for an extremely affordable, high level and open minded Jiu Jitsu academy in Orange County, look no further than 10^th Planet Costa Mesa. Coaches Ron, Casey & Andy are extremely friendly and approachable, and their attention to detail when teaching is top notch.
If you’re a first timer, seasoned athlete or someone who hasn’t rolled in years looking to get back into it, you’re welcome at 10^th Planet. The environment is really what you are paying for here. What they lack in huge egos and jocks, they more than make up in a family and welcoming atmosphere.
I really can’t say enough nice things about the people and tutelage of 10^th Planet Costa Mesa, so go try it out for yourself and see what I’m talking about.

I’ve never written a review on Unilocal before. In fact, I created a Unilocal account to write a review on 10^th Planet Costa Mesa.
This place is the closest place to home besides your actual home. They are an instant family that pushes one another to reach their highest potentials.
A professional place, professional trainers, and professional fighters. There is a place for everybody there.
This will seriously change a lot of things in your life to the better.

I keep coming back to this spot. I love learnin and drillin the skills here! These coaches and teamates know their stuff.

Way more than just a place to train, it’s a team and a family that welcomes warmly all new comers and make them feel right at home…
Never an easy workout, but you’ll get better every single day… what are you waiting for?
Best place I ever trained at, hands down.

Man, this place is AWESOME!!! The training is very well structured. You will have killer and motivating training partners to push you. The coaches will help you fine tune your game. You have a whole team to support you. Get in here Now to become a BEAST!!!

This place is producing fighters and competitors of the highest level!
UFC fighter Tony Ferguson is a product of this academy; Andrew Ramm is crushing the local Jiu Jitsu scene. These guys know what the deal is.
This place is good for the averse student, also, however. Whether your goal is self defense, weight loss, competition or whatever, I can assure you that they have a program that will fit your needs.
If you have any interest in taking your Jiu Jitsu game to the next level, do yourself a favor and go see Casey! It’ll be worth it!

Don’t just read my review. Go there, speak to an instructor & sign up for a trial class. The staff are not only helpful and patient with beginners; they are well trained jiu-​jitsu practicioners and all around top notch fighters. Check these guys (Andy Balmore, Casey Halstead, Ron Turner) out, they are LEGIT!
Aside from being all around bad-​asses, they have a passion to train and foster growth. After all, what good is learning from the best if they can’t teach you what they know?
It has been just over two months since I have been a part of 10^th Planet and I cannot speak more highly of the camaraderie, unity, respect, honor that I have experienced for the sport of Jiu Jitsu & MMA, and for the people I train with, who upon my first day treated me like family. For anyone who has trained at other places, you know how important this is because you won’t find anyone here walking around with a chip on their shoulders.
10^th Planet has classes in the mornings, evenings & weekends, which is perfect for busy working professional OR for anyone that wants to go ALL out and make it to all classes to get FIGHT READY. Even with a busy schedule, there’s no reason why you wouldn’t be able to make it at least a couple times a week (even if you’re not in town, your membership will let you train at any of the dozens of locations across the globe). I’ve done a lot of shopping around and no school gives you a better bang for your buck. Flexible class option… check, top notch instruction… check, people at all levels to train with… check, options for women & kids… check, guaranteed to get you a title shot in the UFC in a year… maaayybe …all for less than ½ of what I see other schools charging.
Stop thinking about it, just go in and check it out. You will be hooked.

I almost never give a review (mostly because I forget or I’m too busy) but this place has earned it. This review is in regards to the kids’ program (Monsters). My nephew, a very energetic 7 year old, has been attending 10^th Planet (Costa Mesa) for now over a month. We had previously tried different activities (Tae Kwon Do, basketball and soccer) but Jiu Jitsu has been the only sport that has helped him. The coaching at 10^th Planet has really helped my nephew first of all get into shape, gain confidence and work on his listening skills.
Everyone at 10^th Planet (Coach Casey, Coach Ron, Coach Kerry and most importantly Coach Wes) made us feel welcome and have contributed to my nephew’s improvement. if there was an award for best coach, Coach Wes has definitely earned it. He makes sure that the kids understand the purpose of the warm up and technique. He also makes each practice fun for the kids but also productive. I’m very happy to have found this place and encourage those parents who are looking for a place for their kids, to try out 10^th Planet (Costa Mesa). You won’t regret it.

I have been training in and around orange county and have always been fond of a school that makes me feel at home. i definitely have found that here at 10pcm and by that by mean they are just genuine peeps doing what they love and having fun so its kinda hard not to do the same. my kids are dying to start the kids program so i will be a 10^th planet costa mesa family soon!
Really clean mats and facilites, no weird smells, a variety of guys and gals from beginner to advanced so im always having alot of fun and learning no gi so i cant complain! Was reffered to this spot when i was buying some rash guards @budo videos And that was that… 5 star teaching too daily in the afternoons and evenings so it helps my hectic schedule

I tried out the following Jiu Jitsu and MMA gyms in my area: Boran Jiujitsu, Ralph Gracie Jiu Jitsu, Gracie Barra, Nam Pham’s MMA Academy, King’s MMA, The Fitness Compound, and 10^th Planet Costa Mesa.
What I was looking for: 1) Affordability 2) A focus on Technique, 3) Friendly people who enjoy MMA/​BJJ, because I have no friends that enjoy MMA, or even know who Anderson Silva is. «Oh right, Anderson, the UFC Champion. From Canada.»
I did my research, made the calls, and 10^th Planet Costa Mesa has the lowest prices… Which is strange, because 10^th Planet Costa Mesa was Also the only school that made sure I had correct technique. The difference between incorrect technique and correct technique is like the difference between a 200lb opponent and a 50lb opponent. Yup on the first tryout class, I was making slight mistakes, and I was corrected by Ron Turner, and the difference was literally my opponent feeling 150lbs lighter. That’s exactly what I was looking for, because I’ll never be the strongest, most explosive, or have the quickest reflexes, but what I can be is technical.
Another thing I noticed on my tryout day is everyone laughed and joked, but were on point when it came to drills. It stayed consistent when I joined, as I got invited to UFC parties, hangouts at Hooters, Road trip Las Vegas to watch a grappling tournament, watching my first ever live MMA fight coming in 2 weeks, invites to other 10^th Planet gyms, and even to compete in a grappling tournament, with just 4 weeks training. Theres no Ego-​trips here. No «Bow to your Sensei! BOW!» No «Sweep the leg Johnny! Sweep the leg!” — well, only jokingly. Everyone was just really cool from day 1.
10^th Planet Costa Mesa is a legitimate MMA/​BJJ gym, with a wealth of steady talent & knowledge: Ronald Turner, Casey Halstead, Rick Marshall, Andy, Wes, and Travis are all intelligent instructors and care about your success, even if you’re a never-​did-​sports nonathletic computer nerd like myself. On top of that it consistently has awesome fighters and grapplers, and every week many that also train in other gyms, like UFC fighter Tony Ferguson, Mark Parish, instructors Geovanny and Richie Boogeyman from Vista, and about 30 other killers, coming over to train, allowing you to roll against different school styles and learn from them techniques you would not have otherwise have learned, in ANY other non 10p gym. That, is priceless.
I am biased — I like this place.
tl;dr
Join for the affordability and focus on techniques. Stay for the friends you make.

This is a special place.
I’ve been in the game since 04′, I have visited a lot of different academies, been apart of many teams and have had many coaches over the years. I have never walked into a martial arts gym and have felt more welcomed than I did the first time I walked into 10PCM, which was very surprising. Still skeptical, thinking that at some point i’d forsure encounter a (for lack of a better word) unpleasant person…8 months later and I have yet to meet that individual. This place is very unique in that sense. No egos, from white to black belts, just a bunch of cool humans that like to strangle eachother and smile about it afterward. :)
I was new and immediately welcomed and as I talk to everyone, we all had that same exact experience so we keep that good vibe goin’ as more new people continue to come through.
The technique is solid, on the cutting edge of the jiu jitsu game. Practices are tough and long. We also have those nights where we just roll to reggae and geek out on technique.
Prices are affordable. $ 100 Unlimited-​includes Jiu Jitsu and MMA practices.
Next door is Raw Talent Boxing Club which inside offers badass boxing/​cardio kickboxing program and an All Natural juice/​smoothie bar for your liking.
Remember; REAL FRIENDS CHOKE EACH OTHER OUT AND SMILE ABOUT IT AFTERWARD ;)

I started training at 10^th planet costa mesa about 9 months ago and I feel like I have found a second home. From day one Coach Ron, Casey, Rick and the costa mesa family have welcomed me with open arms. I’ve never met coaches that are so passionate to teach! The coaches take the time to get to know each student on an individual basis and develop each student as a jiu-​jitsu practioner and as a person; giving us life lessons throughout the way! The thing I love the most about this gym is that everyone is there to learn and most importantly teach each other, no matter what belt or rank. I’m always getting tips during sparring sessions and drills that have helped me improve my game tremendously… There are no ego’s at this gym… everyone is nice and friendly and always willing to help the new students!
The great thing about Costa Mesa is that its comprised of your everyday average guy or girl that is looking for a good workout to amatuer and pro fighters! The level of talent here is top notch!.. and can’t find a better gym anywhere else!