Private Jiu-Jitsu Lessons · One-on-One · Riverside, CA
Private Jiu-Jitsu lessons at Flow Academy BJJ Riverside are one-on-one Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu sessions for kids and adults, taught by our instructors, including Professor Carlos Miller, a 4th Degree Black Belt. Lessons are scheduled by appointment around your goals and your calendar, sessions typically run 30 to 60 minutes, and pricing is by inquiry at (951) 337-3781.
Why private lessons
In a group class, the coach teaches the room. In a private lesson, the coach teaches you. Every minute goes to your questions, your game, and the next step that will make the biggest difference.
With an instructor watching only you, mistakes get fixed the moment they happen. Details that might take weeks to notice in a busy room get explained, drilled, and tested in a single session, so you leave knowing exactly what to work on.
Getting ready for a tournament, working toward your next stripe, fixing a guard that keeps getting passed, or learning to defend yourself: the lesson is planned around what you want.
Some people want a head start before their first group class. A private lets a brand-new student learn the basics, ask every question, and walk into class already knowing what to expect.
Position-specific drilling and live training on the exact problem you are trying to solve, with the small details explained until they click.
Lessons are booked by appointment, so they can fit around work, school, and family schedules instead of the other way around.
A shy child, a kid who wants to catch up on fundamentals, or a young competitor can get one-on-one coaching in a calm setting.
Strategy, game planning, and situational rounds for students getting ready to compete, with an honest look at what to sharpen first.
Review the material for your next belt and make sure your fundamentals are solid before testing.
Learn practical escapes and control in a private setting, at a pace that feels right for you.
Many students use privates to supplement group training: the private gives you something specific to work on, and group classes and open mats give you the reps. Others prefer to train exclusively in private. We will help you find the right balance for your goals and schedule.
That is okay. Some people want to learn without an audience, at least at first. Private lessons let you build skills and confidence one-on-one, and you can join group classes later if and when you want to.
Come with one or two things you want to work on. Take a few notes afterward, and drill what you learned in your next class or open mat. Small, focused goals add up fast.
What a lesson looks like
Every private is different, because every student is. Most follow this general flow, and your instructor adjusts it to you.
Your instructor asks what you want to work on and what you have tried so far.
A few drills or light rounds show your instructor what is working and what needs attention.
Technique is taught step by step on the exact problem you came in with, with the small details explained.
Position-specific drilling and live training, with your instructor adjusting in real time.
The lesson ends with a recap and what to practice before next time.
Who teaches
Including Professor Carlos Miller · Head Instructor · 4th Degree Black Belt
Private lessons at Flow Academy BJJ Riverside are taught by our experienced instructors, including Professor Carlos Miller, the academy's Head Instructor and a 4th Degree Black Belt with more than 29 years on the mats. His lineage runs from Rickson Gracie to Aloisio Silva to Professor Carlos Miller, and Flow has been teaching Riverside families for over a decade.
Instructor availability varies, so when you reach out, we will match you with the right coach for your goals.
Honest answers
Booking one-on-one time raises real questions. Here are straight answers.
It's a great start.
Many beginners like starting one-on-one. You learn the basics without feeling watched, and you can ask every question you have.
Start where you are.
Your instructor sets the pace to you. Fitness comes with training; you do not need it before your first lesson.
You control the pace.
Techniques are taught step by step, live training is at an intensity you choose, and a tap always means stop.
No.
Privates help white belts and advanced students alike. The lesson is built around your level and your goals.
Yes.
Private lessons are available for kids and adults. They can help a shy child get comfortable or give a young competitor focused work.
By inquiry.
Pricing varies based on session length, frequency, and package options. Call or text (951) 337-3781 and we will give you a straight answer.
Still wondering about something? Text us at (951) 337-3781 and a real coach will answer.
Your instructor will assess your current level, identify areas for improvement, and create a personalized training plan. Whether you are a white belt learning the basics or a purple belt refining your competition game, private lessons accelerate your development.
Private lessons are available by appointment at Flow Academy BJJ's new Riverside home, 10081 Indiana Ave, Suite A-1, Riverside, CA 92503, opening in mid-November 2026 (call or text (951) 337-3781 for directions). Contact us to discuss your goals, preferred schedule, and pricing options. We serve students from Riverside, Moreno Valley, Corona, Jurupa Valley, and throughout the Inland Empire.
One-on-one · flexible scheduling
10% off for Military, Veterans, College Students, and Law Enforcement, plus sibling and family discounts. CSA charter-approved -- charter-school families may train free where approved. Discount and charter questions: (951) 337-3781.
Private lesson pricing varies based on session length, frequency, and package options. Contact us at (951) 337-3781 to discuss pricing that fits your needs.
Private lessons are taught by our experienced instructors, including Professor Carlos Miller (4th Degree Black Belt). Instructor availability varies -- contact us to be matched with the right coach for your goals.
Yes. A private lesson is a comfortable way to learn the basics, ask every question, and build confidence before or alongside group classes. Your instructor starts from wherever you are.
Yes. Private lessons are available for kids and adults. For kids, a private can help a shy beginner get comfortable, give extra help with fundamentals, or add focused work for a student preparing to compete.
Absolutely. Some students prefer exclusively private training. Others use privates to supplement their group class training. We'll help you find the right balance for your goals and schedule.
Standard private lessons are typically 30 to 60 minutes. Session length can be customized based on your needs and goals.
Comfortable workout clothes, or your gi if you already train, plus a water bottle. We train barefoot on the mat, so bring sandals for walking off it. Come with a goal or a question you want answered, and tell your instructor about any injuries.
At Flow Academy BJJ Riverside, 10081 Indiana Ave, Suite A-1, Riverside, CA 92503, by appointment. Our new Riverside home opens in mid-November 2026; call or text (951) 337-3781 to schedule.
Tell us your goals and we'll match you with the right coach and a schedule that works for you. New to Flow? Your first group class is free.
