BJJ, Muay Thai & Self Defense for men, women & children of all ages. Bell, CA's home for martial arts since 2012.
Founded by Coach Rocky Mata in 2012, Team Mata is a family-friendly academy in Bell, CA. We offer Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, and Self Defense for men, women, and children of all ages — all under one roof at 5140 E Florence Ave.
Learn More →More than a gym — a team. Coach Rocky emphasizes fundamentals before technique, building a strong grappling foundation. Part of the Wander Braga lineage through Professor Pete Han. Whether you want to compete or train for life, you belong here.
See All Options →Your first 2 classes are on us. No commitment. No pressure. Walk in, glove up, and see what you're made of. Available for all programs — BJJ, Muay Thai, and Self Defense.
Get Your 2 Free Classes →Disciplined training. Real technique. Proven coaches.
Our flagship program. Coach Rocky emphasizes fundamentals before technique, building a strong grappling foundation. Learn takedowns, submissions, sweeps, and positional dominance. Gi and No-Gi sessions available for all levels.
Read More →The art of eight limbs. Sharpen your hands, knees, elbows, and kicks in high-intensity sessions that build power, timing, and cardio. From pad work to clinch technique — learn the real deal.
Read More →Practical self-defense training for real-world situations. Combining striking and grappling fundamentals, our self-defense program gives you confidence and the skills to protect yourself and your family.
Read More →Discipline starts young. Our kids program teaches boys and girls the fundamentals of BJJ and Muay Thai in a safe, structured, and encouraging environment. Build confidence. Build character.
Read More →All classes held at 5140 E Florence Ave, Bell, CA 90201
| Day | 5:00 PM | 6:00 PM | 7:00 PM | 8:00 PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | Kids BJJ | BJJ Fundamentals | Muay Thai | Open Mat |
| Tuesday | Kids Muay Thai | BJJ (No-Gi) | Muay Thai (Advanced) | Open Mat |
| Wednesday | Kids BJJ | BJJ (Gi) | Self Defense | Open Mat |
| Thursday | Kids Muay Thai | BJJ Fundamentals | Muay Thai | Open Mat |
| Friday | — | BJJ (No-Gi) | Muay Thai Sparring | — |
| Saturday | 11 AM — BJJ Open Mat | — | — | — |
Learn from coaches who've lived it — on the mat, in the ring, and in competition.
Founder of Team Mata (est. 2012) with over 10 years of martial arts experience in both BJJ and Muay Thai. Trained under Professor Pete Han of the Wander Braga lineage. Known for emphasizing fundamentals before technique.
Dedicated striking coach bringing authentic Muay Thai technique to every session. From pad work to clinch drills, our striking program builds power, timing, and fight-ready cardio.
Specializing in youth martial arts, our kids coach creates a safe, structured, and encouraging environment where boys and girls build confidence, discipline, and real technique.
Test your skills against teammates in a friendly but competitive No-Gi submission-only tournament. All belt levels welcome. Registration open now.
Sign Up →Never trained before? This free 2-hour clinic covers the basics of MMA — stance, striking, takedown defense, and ground control. Bring a friend.
Reserve Your Spot →Big screen. Big fights. Join the Team Mata family for fight night at the gym. Free entry for members. Guests welcome.
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