North Park Jiu Jitsu Academy

North Park Jiu Jitsu Academy is a martial arts school situated in the North Park neighborhood of San Diego, California. The academy is led by head professor Mike Cusi, alongside Professor Jim and a team of instructors that includes Coach Jonas and Coach Lem. Competitor Paulete Cusi directs the academy's women's Jiu-Jitsu program. The academy offers Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instruction in both Gi and No-Gi styles, catering to recreational hobbyists and active tournament competitors. The curriculum includes structured adult Jiu-Jitsu classes, women-only training sessions, and age-graded youth programs such as Mighty Mites. Training sessions emphasize core grappling mechanics, technical guard passing, positional escapes, and live sparring rounds conducted under coach supervision. Classes operate throughout the week with daytime, noon, and evening training options. North Park Jiu Jitsu Academy provides prospective members with a complimentary introductory class as well as a Beginner 60 Day Fast Pass program to start training.