Programs designed by Saulo and Xande Ribeiro, IBJJF Hall of Fame members and the most decorated family in competitive Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, anchor the curriculum at University of Jiu Jitsu, a martial arts school at 5026B Cass St, 92109. Known internationally as “The U,” the academy operates under Yelp-listed business owner Felipe L. after relocating to this Pacific Beach address on upper Cass Street. Saulo Ribeiro, a six-time world champion who also holds a law degree in Brazil, authored the widely used textbook Jiu-Jitsu University, cementing the school’s reputation as a global training destination. Fellow martial arts practitioners in PB can also train at Six Blades Jiu-Jitsu Pacific Beach, another academy just minutes away. The facility goes well beyond mat space, offering a full gym area for strength and conditioning, an infrared sauna with red-light therapy, a cold plunge pool, and high-tech massage chairs for recovery. Classes run six days a week for kids, teens, and adults, with programming that includes gi and no-gi BJJ, Krav Maga, and fitness kickboxing. After an evening session, students often walk down Cass Street to grab dinner at PB Sushi, a neighborhood favorite for fresh rolls. The school carries a perfect 5.0-star Google rating across 36 reviews, with members frequently noting the supportive, family-friendly atmosphere. The academy also stocks a pro shop for gi purchases and training gear, and it offers family discounts for households enrolling multiple members.