2nd Degree Black Belt
Professor Christopher Hargett
Head instructor and founder. 2nd-degree black belt under Xande Ribeiro, leading TFI La Quinta with world-class instruction.
The Flow Institute · La Quinta, CA
Jiu-Jitsu in La Quinta for Kids and Adults
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) for kids and adults in La Quinta. Start with a free evaluation class, meet your coaches, and find the right program for you or your child.
✓ No contracts, ever✓ No experience necessary 5.0 · 171 reviews
The TFI standard
Other gyms teach jiu-jitsu.
We build unstoppable people.
Most people walk in for confidence, fitness, or self-defense. They stay for who they become on the mat.
Member reviews
In their own words.
5.0★★★★★171 Google reviews
“TFI stood out right away for its welcoming atmosphere, great coaching, and strong sense of community ... If you're waiting to get in shape before starting, don't. Just start. The coaches will meet you where you're at.”
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“As a Marine Corps veteran, I found something here that many veterans search for after leaving the service: purpose, camaraderie, and belonging.”
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“Their kids program is exceptional. Everything from the coaches, to the program, and the facility is above my expectations. We have also seen a huge positive change in our son's confidence and behavior since starting and that was only 6 months ago.”
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Why The Flow Institute
Why members choose TFI La Quinta.
No contracts, ever
Month to month. We keep members because they want to be here - not because they signed something.
Every level on the mat
Total beginners learn fast in a structured room. Experienced grapplers find high-level coaching and strong partners.
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A welcoming community
A welcoming jiu-jitsu community in La Quinta, with experiences shared by our members.
The Six Blades Method
Every class follows Xande Ribeiro's proven curriculum - taught to one standard on every mat so you always know what to work on.
World-class lineage
Head instructor and founder. 2nd-degree black belt under Xande Ribeiro, leading TFI La Quinta with world-class instruction.
Real community
You will know names by your second week. Most members say the room is the reason they stayed.
What jiu-jitsu gives you
More than a workout.
Confidence, fitness, and practical self-defense. What you build on the mat carries into everyday life.
Real self-defense
Practical skill built on leverage and technique - not size or strength.
Confidence that carries
The calm of knowing you can handle yourself follows you off the mat.
Full-body fitness
Strength, conditioning and mobility - without it ever feeling like a chore.
Sharper mind
Chess-like problem solving that quiets everything else going on in your life.
For every body
All ages and sizes - sustainable for decades. Start exactly where you are.
Stress relief
An hour where you are fully present. People leave lighter every time.
Who you will train with
World-class instruction at every class.
Meet the instructors at TFI La Quinta.
1st Degree Black Belt
Professor Noah Teran
1st-degree black belt under Christopher Hargett. A cornerstone of the TFI La Quinta mat since day one.
Coach
Coach Jake Jackson
Part of the world-renowned Xande Ribeiro Jiu-Jitsu lineage. Known for breaking down technique in a way anyone can absorb.
Class schedule
Train around your life.
Monday
- Adult Jiu-Jitsu (No Gi)6:00 AM
- Kids Jiu-Jitsu, Ages 7–12 (Gi)4:15 PM
- Teens Jiu-Jitsu, Ages 13–17 (Gi)5:15 PM
- Women's Jiu-Jitsu (Gi)5:15 PM
- Adult Jiu-Jitsu (No Gi)6:15 PM
- Adult Jiu-Jitsu (Gi)7:15 PM
Tuesday
- Adult Jiu-Jitsu (Gi)6:00 AM
- Adult Jiu-Jitsu (Gi)9:00 AM
- Kids Jiu-Jitsu, Ages 3–4 (Gi)3:30 PM
- Kids Jiu-Jitsu, Ages 5–6 (Gi)4:15 PM
- Kids Jiu-Jitsu, Ages 7–12 (Gi)5:15 PM
- Adult Jiu-Jitsu Fundamentals (Gi)6:15 PM
Wednesday
- Adult Jiu-Jitsu (No Gi)6:00 AM
- Kids Jiu-Jitsu, Ages 3–4 (Gi)3:30 PM
- Kids Jiu-Jitsu, Ages 7–12 (Gi)4:15 PM
- Teens Jiu-Jitsu, Ages 13–17 (Gi)5:15 PM
- Women's Jiu-Jitsu (Gi)5:15 PM
- Adult Jiu-Jitsu (No Gi)6:15 PM
- Adult Jiu-Jitsu (Gi)7:15 PM
Thursday
- Adult Jiu-Jitsu (Gi)6:00 AM
- Adult Jiu-Jitsu (Gi)9:00 AM
- Kids Jiu-Jitsu, Ages 3–4 (Gi)3:30 PM
- Kids Jiu-Jitsu, Ages 5–6 (Gi)4:15 PM
- Kids Jiu-Jitsu, Ages 7–12 (Gi)5:15 PM
- Adult Jiu-Jitsu Fundamentals (Gi)6:15 PM
Friday
- Private LessonsCall for availability
Saturday
- Open Mat9:00 AM
Sunday
- Closed
Full weekly schedule. Book your free evaluation above - walk-ins welcome based on availability.
Find us
Come see it for yourself.
TFI La Quinta
79485 Highway 111, Ste 6La Quinta, CA 92253
(442) 246-5630
Brazilian jiu jitsu serving La Quinta, Indio, Palm Desert, Indian Wells, and Rancho Mirage.
Questions, answered
Everything new members ask.
Do I need any experience? +
None at all. Most members walked in having never trained jiu-jitsu, and every class is structured so beginners can follow from day one.
Which classes are available for kids and teens? +
The weekly schedule includes classes for ages 7–12, 13–17, 3–4, 5–6. Select Kids Program in the booking form and we will help you choose the right first class for your child.
I already train. Is this a good fit? +
Absolutely. We coach all levels with a structured curriculum and strong training partners across the belts. Experienced grapplers, professional athletes, and visitors are always welcome on the mat.
Can I still do this if I am older or out of shape? +
Yes. Jiu-jitsu runs on leverage and technique, not size or athleticism. We have members of every age and body type, and you will progress at your own pace.
What should I wear to my free evaluation class? +
Just comfortable athletic clothes. We will provide everything else you need for your first evaluation class.
How much does membership cost? +
We are not the cheapest academy in town - and that is intentional. We invest heavily in world-class coaching, a clean facility, and a culture focused on helping people become stronger on and off the mats. Your first evaluation class is free and we will walk you through all the options in person. No pressure.
Am I locked into a contract? +
No. We have a variety of memberships and you stay because you want to - never because you are locked in.
What happens at my free evaluation class? +
You will be welcomed, paired with an experienced member or coach, and walked through the basics. No pressure to sign up - just come see if it is for you.
Your first evaluation class is free.
No experience, no contract, no pressure. Book it in 30 seconds and come see what you are capable of.
Book a free evaluation class →★★★★★ 5.0 · 171 reviews✓ No contracts✓ Beginners welcome