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Welcome to the Academy
Open to everyone.
10th Planet South Bay is the premier destination for No-Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in the heart of the South Bay. Led by world-class instructors, we offer a supportive, ego-free environment where students of every level can learn, train, and grow.
What started as Coach PJ Barch’s first program in late 2016 has weathered three relocations, hundreds of dedicated students, and a community that refused to quit. Today the academy lives in a state-of-the-art facility on Third Ave in Chula Vista — built by the perseverance of PJ and the team that stuck with him.
2016
First mat
3
Rebuilds
1
Mission
No-Gi Classes · 6 Days a Week
Three programs built around No-Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu — adults, kids, and our youngest Little Panthers. Whether you’ve never stepped on a mat or you’re sharpening competition-level skills, there’s a class for you.
Designed for everyone — from first-timers to experienced grapplers — looking to sharpen their skills in a dynamic, No-Gi environment. Structured progression through Levels 1, 2, and 3 with Mixed Levels classes throughout the week.
Discipline, confidence, and respect through fun, engaging No-Gi training. Students learn practical self-defense, body awareness, and teamwork in a safe, encouraging environment.
Introduces young kids to the fundamentals of Jiu-Jitsu in a fun, safe, and positive environment. Their first taste of the sport — built around play, coordination, and confidence.
Head Coach
Top 10 in the world.
2nd-degree 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt and one of the most respected no-gi specialists in the world. PJ “Butter Panther” Barch founded his first program in late 2016 and has spent the years since building it back through three relocations into the Chula Vista facility 10P South Bay calls home.
Coaches nearly every class on the schedule. Hands-on with student development at every level, from Little Panthers to advanced competitors.
Real Students. Real Words.
Zero ego.
“The space is awesome, you would be hard pressed to find a gym with a higher concentration of top-tier talent to learn from. PJ and the rest of the coaches are deeply invested in every student's development. Whether you're brand new or chasing competition, this is the place.”
“My children love and look forward to coming to this gym every day. They work hard and have fun. The Little Panthers and Kids classes are run with patience and energy — Coach Joey and the team have built something my kids actually ask to do.”
“I'm a beginner in BJJ and everyone — PJ, Dawna, Allen — has been so welcoming and patient. Walked in nervous, walked out wanting to come back the next day. Real coaches, real instruction, zero ego.”
Common Questions
Still have questions? Call (619) 746-8892 or email info@10thplanetsouthbay.com — we’ll get you set.
Students arrive with clean bodies, gear, and breath. Shoes go on the rack in the mud room before entering the mats. Use the foot wash station before stepping onto the mats. A clean set of training gear is required for every class — never wear the same gear twice in one day. Bring a dry top and bottom to change into after class. No training with skin irregularities. Trim and file finger and toe nails before every class. Showers are available on-site; if you can't shower right away, wipe down with tea-tree-oil-based wipes (Defense Soap) and shower as soon as possible.
Males — shorts (no zipper or pockets) and a compression top or rashguard. Compression undergarment or spats required, with shorts worn over spats (2-layer rule on the bottom). Females — leggings and a compression top or rashguard, with a compression sports bra. Bring a change of clean clothes for after practice, a bag for your gear, a small towel for sweat, and a large towel and soap if you plan to shower.
Jiu-Jitsu is rewarding. Expect to get tired and sweaty while having a great time and learning to defend yourself. Consistency over time equals results — that's the C/T = R formula we live by. Brand-new students start in a beginner-friendly Level 1 class; experienced grapplers can drop straight into Mixed Levels.
Not at all. Most of our students walk in with zero experience. Level 1 classes are built specifically to give you a foundation of principles and concepts you'll use for the rest of your training career. If you have prior experience and want to skip ahead, you can register for a free trial of a Mixed Levels class.
Step Onto the Mats
No catch.
Hundreds of teens and adults train at 10P South Bay. One free class, no pressure — we’ll show you the system and introduce you to the team.