A simple format with maximum good vibes and excellent rounds. Every Sunday. Never canceled, not even for Christmas, New Year, or National Donut Day. Strictly 18+, no exceptions.
We have 5,800 sqft of mats. That gives 100+ people ample space to do rounds, and that's also the average attendance. On a slower day, expect about 70 people.
Sparring is more fun when you're not worried about bumping into people. That's why we laid down a ridiculous amount of mats: even with 100+ rolling, the rounds stay safe and fun.
Our attendance record: 206 people, set in May 2022.
Open Mat kicking off
Both. The open mat draws plenty of gi and no-gi participants, so there are enough rounds for both styles. Some people bring both uniforms and mix it up.
No. At Legion we vehemently reject uniform policies. Your uniform has to be clean, that's the only super important rule. Gi color, patches, we don't care. A rashguard is required, and pants or shorts without pockets.
The first open mat, November 2019
Simple: we need some basic information from you and a signed liability waiver. You can do it on our iPads at the academy, but the fastest way is to handle it before you arrive.
Skip the front-desk paperwork. Two minutes on your phone and you walk straight onto the mats.
The open mat is not for people with no jiu-jitsu experience. Rolling experience is required for the safety of everyone involved. It's also not the place to show new friends what jiu-jitsu is all about, the space is better used for rolling.
New to jiu-jitsu? We really, really, REALLY recommend our world-renowned 5-Week Beginner Course →
The open mat is strictly 18+. No exceptions. Private lessons are not allowed either.
We spend 6 days a week providing a premium jiu-jitsu experience to our members with carefully curated classes and courses. On Sundays, everyone gets to experience the vibe at Legion at no cost.
It fosters a more open San Diego jiu-jitsu community, where the love for jiu-jitsu comes before politics and drama. This is the American jiu-jitsu way.
Besides everything above, common sense, and common decency:
Yes, you can easily rent a gi. The fee is $20.
Yes. Just like our other instructors, Keenan can be seen rolling at open mat, both gi and no-gi.
At 11 AM on Sundays we host our Kids Competition Class, which is kind of an open mat for kids. It has a bit more structure and is free for all kids with several months of experience. The regular 12 PM open mat itself is strictly 18+.
Yes, you can. Our front desk staff can help you with that.
Call 858-888-1815, email [email protected], or reach us on Instagram.
7550 Miramar Rd, Suite 330, San Diego, CA 92126. Free on-site parking.
