Ares Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy

I started going to Ares a few months ago and I couldn’t be happier. Samir is literally a world-class instructor (and competitor), right here in Modesto. He personally teaches most of the classes, which is awesome and not something you find at many other gyms.

Other nice things:
-The facility is clean and spacious.
-There are a lot of sessions each day, which makes it easy to go to class when it works for you.
-Everybody is extremely welcoming and helpful.

You can’t pick a better place to either start or continue your jiu jitsu journey.

Great place to train, I have been doing the morning class for a couple months now. Very pleased with how my game is progressing.

Outstanding instruction from a world class athlete Prof Samir! Great place to learn from basics to advanced.
If you never did any activities and wants to try Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, please don’t hesitate and visit this guys. I personally know Samir for years and I guarantee that you will have a great experience on the mats! Also his crew of students are very friendly and helpful.

Before I moved to this area, my friends in Texas who know jiu jitsu recommended Ares based on Samir Chantre’s world-class reputation as a multiple-time World Champion. Having been here for over two years, I’ve found that Samir is a highly-technical instructor, with attention down to the smallest details that make the biggest difference in the effectiveness of the techniques. He also a fun and genuinely caring person, one who fosters a supportive, cohesive, and family-type atmosphere among his students. With jiu jitsu, you get out of it what you put into it. If you want to make the investment in yourself to work hard while having fun, all the while being surrounded by good people, this is the academy for you. I hate driving, have a busy work schedule, and there are academies that are closer, but for all this it is worth it to me to make the drive several times a week!

From the first moment I stepped through the doors I’ve been treated with complete respect. Professor Samir and his team are extremely knowledgeable and approachable. Not just with our 1: 1 interaction but with regards to reading the room as well as dealing with my busy schedule. No complaints just flexibility. This school is constantly involved with competition Gi and NoGi so the level of training partners are most often high class. I absolutely recommend this Gym for beginners as well as advanced athletes, you will learn the traditional fundamentals here and beyond.

If you want world class Jiu Jitsu taught by a true professional world champion your search stops here. Spacious facility with multiple classes a day to accommodate every professional with a busy schedule. Whether your goal is to learn practical self defense, compete or to lose weight Ares BJJ Academy is the place in the Bay Area. Do your self a favor and sign up for a class!

Best place in the area to train, hands down. Samir is a world class Jiu-Jitsu competitor as well as a coach. Very good instruction as well as the kids instructor Jeremy. Fun and friendly atmosphere. Everyone is super cool and nice.
I was in the area for a few months & Samir was super cool about letting me train here. To include that I am part of a different team. No issues at all. I would sign up here if I lived in the area. If you want to learn from one of the best in the world then you should def come here. Thank you everyone at Ares.
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Ares Bjj Modesto is such a great place to train bjj. Whether it’s your first time or you’re an avid jiu jitsu practitioner you’ll love the environment. Technique is top of the line and well as the facility.

The classes have provided me with a positive learning environment for jiu jitsu. The teachers are welcoming and the workouts are intense but they are necessary. Overall amazing!

After watching my son train at Ares BJJ for more than 3 years I decided to join (with my wife) just a couple of months ago. As I watched classes, I always was impressed by the owner and head instructor, Samir Chantre, not only because he is a world champion, but also an amazingly kind, patient, and detailed instructor. I must admit that I was intimidated at first to step on the mat with a world-class instructor and high-ranking students, as I wondered if at my age (early 40’s), my body could handle such intense training, but I was pleasantly surprised how they’re able to combine taking care of you with an appropriate level of intensity. The technical expertise here at Ares is second to none, but what is most impressive—and keeps me coming back—is the patience, camaraderie, encouragement, and respect displayed to everyone, regardless of who you are. I’m beyond grateful and excited at this new opportunity to change my life for the better. Thank you Ares, thank you Samir!

The prices are steep. The classes are short and to top it off I got sent to sit on the sidelines for half the class on various occasions. I could watch youtube videos for free at home if I wanted to learn that way.

Training with Samir at Ares Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu has been an amazing experience the short time I have been there with my husband and son. Our son has been there for over 3 years and I had no interest in practicing. However, after my son convinced me to join the 6-week challenge I was hooked. I love the fact that I am learning self defense and I feel confident in myself. Samir is an amazing instructor-he is down to earth, humble, funny, and encourages you on and off the mat. I highly recommend you try the 6-week challenge.

The absolute best place to train in the area. World-class instructors that build you up to be successful, and a very inviting atmosphere that makes you want to keep coming back. I researched a lot of BJJ schools before signing up at Ares, and I am certain that I made the correct choice. I started out doing a 6-week challenge during which I lost 17 lbs.and had fun doing it. I am very proud to now call this academy home.

Can’t say enough good things about Ares academy. I enrolled in their 6 week challenge and by week 4 I decided to be a full time member. All the instructors are top notch, led by decorated multiple time world champion professor Samir. Great atmosphere, friendly and humble fellow students and instructors. No better team to be apart of. ARES is a family!

First visit to this academy while visiting family and friends in Modesto. Booked a private lesson ahead of time with Jeremy, who is also the kids program instructor.
The Facility: Very clean gym with ample mat space, seating and viewing areas, 2 restrooms, and multiple changing rooms. Again, all very clean and tidy.
The instruction / lesson: Very focused to my needs and wants, with high consideration that I am coming off of an extended time off from training. Strong emphasis on technique with a very solid review of the content. Also, was able to observe the kids class after my session. Very good instruction with a big emphasis on the safety of your training partner. The interaction between teacher and students was fun and light, with obvious mutual respect.

Can't say enough good things about Ares Bjj Academy. Top notch teaching from world champion jiu-jitsu athletes. Family friendly, my son loves it and looks forward to training each week. If you have even a thought about trying it out, come down and give it a shot, you won't find a better place.

This is a great place to train with many class offerings. I highly recommend the 6: 30 AM morning classes on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. The instructors are top notch competitors in addition to being great teachers.

Modesto is lucky to have world class Jiu Jitsu like this. Instruction is amazing taught by great people, don't pass on the opportunity to train here.