No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu, Wrestling, Muay Thai & MMA in Mission Viejo, CA. Orange County's premier 10th Planet academy — beginner-friendly, world-class instruction. Grab a Day Pass or start the 6-Week Beginners Course.
From first-timers to competitors and kids — there's a class built for exactly where you are.
Our structured 6-week program built specifically for newcomers. Learn fundamental positions, essential submissions, escapes, and defense in a supportive environment. No experience needed.
Unlimited access to every class we offer — No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, Wrestling, and MMA. The complete 10th Planet experience for adults and teens.
Access to all Jiu-Jitsu and Wrestling classes for adults and teens. Build a complete grappling game — control, submissions, takedowns, and pressure.
Access to all Jiu-Jitsu and Wrestling classes for kids. Structured, coach-led classes that build confidence, focus, and discipline.
Access to all Muay Thai striking classes for adults and teens. Powerful kickboxing with elbows, knees, and clinch work — led by a ONE Championship fighter.
10th Planet Mission Viejo is South Orange County's first and only 10th Planet location — a no-gi grappling academy built on the system developed by Eddie Bravo, combining Jiu-Jitsu, Wrestling, Muay Thai, and MMA. Our 2,000 sq ft facility is home to a community of dedicated athletes, from first-day beginners to seasoned competitors, all training together in a supportive, technique-over-ego environment. Led by black belt head coach Matt Salinas alongside active UFC and ONE Championship veterans, we offer morning, afternoon, and evening classes seven days a week, plus a free community open mat every Sunday. New to grappling? Our structured 6-Week Beginners Course is designed to give you a solid foundation rooted in self-defense — no experience necessary.
A coach who invests in how you learn
At 10th Planet Mission Viejo, our coaches are serious about being the best they can be — so they've joined a community of forward-thinking coaches, led by Greg Souders, who train with the constraints-led approach: a modern, games-based method grounded in motor-learning science. You learn by solving real problems on the mat — and build skill faster.
Head coach of 10th Planet Mission Viejo with over 20 years of martial arts experience and 10+ years coaching. A jiu-jitsu black belt in the no-gi system developed by Eddie Bravo, Matt has traveled the world to coach top fighters in the UFC, Bellator, and Rizin — including former UFC World Champion Carla Esparza and UFC flyweights Ian McCall and Louis Smolka. He previously served as head coach for the MMA grappling team at Team Oyama MMA in Irvine and at 10th Planet Costa Mesa, Orange, and Buena Park. His teaching emphasizes a positive, beginner-friendly, family environment with a holistic approach — combining sport, self-defense, and MMA — and a focus on mobility and breathing for long-term training success.
Former NCAA collegiate wrestler at Purdue University and Olympic hopeful, Cashé brings elite-level wrestling experience to our grappling program, helping students develop superior takedowns and control. A collegiate wrestling champion and MMA champion, and an Olympic Training Center athlete.
Lead Muay Thai coach at 10PMV and a ONE Championship fighter. An undefeated amateur with a professional record of 7-2-2, Diego is a multi-organization Muay Thai champion who leads our striking program with authentic technique and fight-tested experience.
An 8-year UFC veteran with over 25 years of martial arts experience, Louis brings world-class MMA expertise to our program. A professional MMA fighter, he combines striking, grappling, and transitions into a complete system for our members.
Find a class that fits your week. New students and drop-ins always welcome.
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I've been training here for nearly two years and am finally getting around to writing the review this place deserves before I relocate to the East Coast. This gym is truly world-class. Having the opportunity to learn from active UFC and ONE Championship veterans is rare, but what really sets this place apart is the culture. It is a highly competitive environment that remains incredibly welcoming and friendly. Whether you are into MMA, No-Gi BJJ, or Muay Thai, the level of instruction is unmatched. I'm going to miss this team.
I stopped in for a class today and was genuinely impressed. The gym was extremely clean and well kept, which immediately made a great first impression. The staff was professional, friendly, and refreshingly down to earth — none of that "too cool, tough guy" vibe you sometimes run into at other gyms. Everyone was welcoming, accommodating, and made sure I felt comfortable even as a walk-in. Overall, an awesome experience and definitely a spot I'd recommend to anyone looking to train.
I've been there now for a few months and the vibe is good. You can tell the coaches care and they are friendly and willing to take the extra time to make sure you get the most out of the studio. I'll be staying.
Questions before your first class? Reach out — we're happy to help.
No contract. No commitment. Just come train with us for a week and see what modern grappling instruction feels like. If it's not for you, no hard feelings.
“I've been training here for nearly two years and am finally getting around to writing the review this place deserves before I relocate to the East Coast. This gym is truly world-class. Having the opportunity to learn from active UFC and ONE Championship veterans is rare, but what really sets this place apart is the culture. It is a highly competitive environment that remains incredibly welcoming and friendly. Whether you are into MMA, No-Gi BJJ, or Muay Thai, the level of instruction is unmatched. I'm going to miss this team.”
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