Programs
We offer a wide array of programs, for all ages and all skill levels.
BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu relies on leverage and technique making it great for everyone!
youth jiu-jitsu
Youth Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu helps children build strength, confidence, and discipline (ages 6+).
Fun-jitsu
A game based approach to learning Jiu-Jitsu developed for children aged 3 – 6 years old.
BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu relies on leverage and technique making it great for everyone!
youth jiu-jitsu
Youth Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu helps children build strength, confidence, and discipline (ages 6+).
Fun-jitsu
A game based approach to learning Jiu-Jitsu developed for children aged 3 – 6 years old.
boxing
Friendly boxing class that will teach you how to protect yourself while getting into great shape too!
muay thai kickboxing
Muay Thai Kickboxing is a great workout as well as a proven Martial Art.
wrestling
Freestyle wrestling fundamentals as applicable to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
boxing
Friendly boxing class that will teach you how to protect yourself while getting into great shape too!
muay thai kickboxing
Muay Thai Kickboxing is a great workout as well as a proven Martial Art.
wrestling
Freestyle wrestling fundamentals as applicable to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
About Us:
Paragon Simi Valley was originally founded in 2007 by 3rd degree Black Belt Dion Watts whose lineage includes Relson Gracie and Jean Jacques Machado. Known then as Watts Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Muay Thai Academy we were the first Jiu-Jitsu school in Simi Valley and the largest training facility in the area. In 2015 we joined the world famous Paragon team and are now run by Dion Watts’ oldest student and Paragon Black Belt, Edgar Gallegos.
About Us:
Paragon Simi Valley was originally founded in 2007 by 3rd degree Black Belt Dion Watts whose lineage includes Relson Gracie and Jean Jacques Machado. Known then as Watts Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Muay Thai Academy we were the first Jiu-Jitsu school in Simi Valley and the largest training facility in the area. In 2015 we joined the world famous Paragon team and are now run by Dion Watts’ oldest student and Paragon Black Belt, Edgar Gallegos.
Meet Our Instructors
Edgar Gallegos
Lead Jiu-Jitsu and Muay Thai Instructor
Joe Gibbs
Neil Torrey
Jiu-Jitsu and Self-Defense Instructor
Anushka
Fun Jiu-Jitsu Instructor
Justin Otero
Jiu-Jitsu Instructor
Jon Foley
Advanced Jiu-Jitsu Instructor
Beefcake
Advanced Jiu-Jitsu No Gi Instructor
Devin Gibson
Youth Jiu-Jitsu Instructor
Dominic Monesi
Wrestling Instructor
Meet Our Instructors
Edgar Gallegos
Lead Jiu-Jitsu and Muay Thai Instructor
Joe Gibbs
Youth Jiu-Jitsu and Muay Thai Instructor
Neil Torrey
Jiu-Jitsu and Self-Defense Instructor
Anushka
Fun Jiu-Jitsu Instructor
Justin Otero
Jiu-Jitsu Instructor
Jon Foley
Advanced Jiu-Jitsu Instructor
Beefcake
Advanced Jiu-Jitsu No Gi Instructor
Devin Gibson
Youth Jiu-Jitsu Instructor
Dominic Monesi
Wrestling Instructor
Our class Schedule
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Monday
- Fun-Jitsu (ages 3-6) with Anushka 4:15 pm to 5:00 pm
- Kids Jiu-Jitsu (Ages 6 and Over) with Devin Gibson and Joe Gibbs 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
- Adult Jiu-Jitsu Advanced No Gi with Beefcake 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm
Tuesday
- Adult Jiu-Jitsu No Gi All Levels with Neil Torrey 6:00 am to 7:00 am
- Adult Jiu-Jitsu W/ Gi Fundamentals with Edgar Gallegos and Erin Herle 5:00 pm to 6:20 pm
- Muay Thai with Edgar Gallegos 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Wednesday
- Fun-Jitsu (ages 3-6) with Anushka 4:15 pm to 5:00 pm
- Kids Jiu-Jitsu (Ages 6 and Over) with Devin Gibson and Joe Gibbs 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
- Adult Jiu-Jitsu Advanced No Gi with Beefcake 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm
Thursday
- Adult Jiu-Jitsu No Gi All Levels with Neil Torrey 6:00 am to 7:00 am
- Adult Jiu-Jitsu W/ Gi Fundamentals with Edgar Gallegos and Erin Herle 5:00 pm to 6:20 pm
- Adult Jiu-Jitsu Advanced W/ Gi with Jon Foley 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm
- Muay Thai with Joe Gibbs 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Friday
- Jiu-Jitsu Open Mat with Devin Gibson 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
- Muay Thai Heavy Bag Workout with Joe Gibbs 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Saturday
- Wrestling with Dominic Monesi 7:30 am to 8:30 am
- Adult Jiu-Jitsu Advanced W/ Gi or No Gi with Justin Otero 8:30 am to 10:00 am
- Muay Thai with Joe Gibbs 10:00 am to 11:30 am
Sunday
- Competition Training with Bobby Solis 10:00 am to 11:15 am
our testimonials
“It’s been like joining a family since day one. Wouldn’t change gyms for anything!”
– Jon R.
via Facebook
“The gym in general is a great atmosphere with positive attitude. Can’t wait to start my youngest son.”
– Jesse C.
via Google
“Hands down the absolute best place to train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Simi Valley!”
– Broughton O.
via Facebook
“Fantastic place to train. I was 49 and out of shape when I started, if I can do it so can you!”
– B.O.
via Google
“My second home right here. Class A BJJ as well as a great Muay Thai program.”
– Kyle K.
via Facebook
“They treat you like family and you learn fast. Give it a try and I promise you will not be disappointed.”
– Nathan F.
via Google
“It’s been like joining a family since day one. Wouldn’t change gyms for anything!”
– Jon R.
via Facebook
“The gym in general is a great atmosphere with positive attitude. Can’t wait to start my youngest son.”
– Jesse C.
via Google
“Hands down the absolute best place to train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Simi Valley!”
– Broughton O.
via Facebook
“Fantastic place to train. I was 49 and out of shape when I started, if I can do it so can you!”
– B.O.
via Google
“My second home right here. Class A BJJ as well as a great Muay Thai program.”
– Kyle K.
via Facebook
“They treat you like family and you learn fast. Give it a try and I promise you will not be disappointed.”
– Nathan F.
via Google
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