About Open Mat Academy
Open Mat Academy is a Gracie fighter affiliate that offers a variety of martial arts and fitness programs, including Jiu-Jitsu, Wrestling, Boxing, Muay Thai, Kickboxing, Tae Kwon Do, and Fitness. The academy provides a clean and safe environment, with patient and helpful instructors, including Coach Brandon and purple belts. The 5-week Jiu Jitsu program is highly recommended, as it breaks down the basics and helps students build confidence and skills. The environment is welcoming and friendly, making it easy for new students to ask questions and get comfortable. Zumba classes with Felicia are also a highlight, offering a fun and engaging workout experience. Many students appreciate the supportive atmosphere and the high level of teaching. With a variety of classes available, Open Mat Academy is a great choice for those interested in learning self-defense, getting in shape, or becoming a high-level competitor.
Located right inside West Valley Mall in Tracy (next to Macy’s), Open Mat Academy is a top-tier martial arts and recovery hub. The facility is clean, spacious, and extremely well-equipped. Seeing Professor Harold Cardona Jr. and Professor JR Cardona on the mats sets the tone immediately—incredible leadership, deep technical knowledge, and total respect.
Training & Coaching
The instruction here across all disciplines is world-class:
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: Legitimate Gracie Fighter lineage with exceptional instruction for all skill levels, from technical gi rolls to high-intensity competition training.
Boxing & Striking: High-level coaching with dedicated...read full review
The early morning JFIT class is everything I needed to get back my discipline and dedication. I’m so grateful for JR and everyone there who encourages me to keep going. Open Mat has everything you need and more. Best gym I’ve ever been to.
This review is for Peak Performance Gym and Group Fitness Class. I would highly recommend this gym and the group fitness class because they have everything you need to get a great workout and then recover. They all the weight lifting, cardio, and functional fitness equipment and a recovery room with a sauna, cold and hot plunge. All the coaches are awesome. They will make sure you have good form, they're super encouraging, motivating, and really help you progress.
I enjoy going to the Group Fitness classes, which usually begins with stretching, then a strength session, followed by a WOD (workout of the day) which is usually a HIIT style workout. The workouts are...read full review