OUR STORY
Our academy combines old school Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu roots with new school techniques, creating a challenging yet rewarding training environment. We welcome anyone with the determination and perseverance to learn and grow - from those just starting their journey to seasoned athletes.
Whether you're looking to compete at the highest levels, develop practical self-defense skills, or simply challenge yourself, our focused training methods and supportive team help students build both technical excellence and mental toughness.
Our academy combines old school Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu roots with new school techniques, creating a challenging yet rewarding training environment. We welcome anyone with the determination and perseverance to learn and grow - from those just starting their journey to seasoned athletes.
Whether you're looking to compete at the highest levels, develop practical self-defense skills, or simply challenge yourself, our focused training methods and supportive team help students build both technical excellence and mental toughness.
Our academy combines old school Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu roots with new school techniques, creating a challenging yet rewarding training environment. We welcome anyone with the determination and perseverance to learn and grow - from those just starting their journey to seasoned athletes.
Whether you're looking to compete at the highest levels, develop practical self-defense skills, or simply challenge yourself, our focused training methods and supportive team help students build both technical excellence and mental toughness.
Baldwin Chu
Owner & Head Coach
MEET THE OWNER & HEAD COACH
Born and raised in San Francisco, CA, Baldwin Chu has been active in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu since 17 years old. In 2022 he earned his black belt from Jake Scovel and Kurt Osiander at the renowned Empire Jiu-Jitsu Academy in San Francisco.
Throughout his journey, he's remained an active competitor at every belt level, a few accomplishments include medaling at the worlds biggest tournaments such as IBJJF Worlds, Pan Ams, and many more.
Known for his aggressive guard and technical ability along with a smothering crossface - which inspired the academy's name - Baldwin's teaching style blends old-school Jiu Jitsu with modern grappling techniques. His approach emphasizes the attention to detail and importance of building a strong foundation while adapting to the evolving landscape of BJJ.
Born and raised in San Francisco, CA, Baldwin Chu has been active in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu since 17 years old. In 2022 he earned his black belt from Jake Scovel and Kurt Osiander at the renowned Empire Jiu-Jitsu Academy in San Francisco.
Throughout his journey, he's remained an active competitor at every belt level, a few accomplishments include medaling at the worlds biggest tournaments such as IBJJF Worlds, Pan Ams, and many more.
Known for his aggressive guard and technical ability along with a smothering crossface - which inspired the academy's name - Baldwin's teaching style blends old-school Jiu Jitsu with modern grappling techniques. His approach emphasizes the attention to detail and importance of building a strong foundation while adapting to the evolving landscape of BJJ.
Black Belt
15+ Years of Experience
IBJJF Competitor + Coach
Ashley Ancheta
Kids Coach
Ashley has been training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for over 9 years, earning her purple belt through steady, disciplined progress. What started as a personal passion quickly became a love for teaching. She has competed at every belt level from white to purple, and now enjoys helping students prepare for their own competitions.
She coaches kids, building confidence and discipline early, while also helping with adult classes and supporting the growth of the academy's women's community, helping create a space where female grapplers feel welcome and connected.
Known for her patient, detail-focused coaching, Ashley makes sure every student, from first-day white belts to seasoned competitors, feels supported and challenged.
Purple Belt
9+ Years of Experience
Seasoned Competitor + Coach
Ashley Ancheta
Kids Coach
Ashley has been training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for over 9 years. What started as a personal passion quickly became a love for teaching. She has competed at every belt level from white to purple, and now enjoys helping students prepare for their own competitions.
Ashley coaches kids, building confidence and discipline early, while also helping with adult classes and supporting the growth of the academy's women's community, helping create a space where female grapplers feel welcome and connected.
Known for her patient, detail-focused coaching, Ashley makes sure every student, from first-day white belts to seasoned competitors, feels supported and challenged.
Purple Belt
9+ Years of Experience
Seasoned Competitor + Coach
Ashley Ancheta
Kids Coach
Ashley has been training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for over 9 years. What started as a personal passion quickly became a love for teaching. She has competed at every belt level from white to purple, and now enjoys helping students prepare for their own competitions.
Ashley coaches kids, building confidence and discipline early, while also helping with adult classes and supporting the growth of the academy's women's community, helping create a space where female grapplers feel welcome and connected.
Known for her patient, detail-focused coaching, Ashley makes sure every student, from first-day white belts to seasoned competitors, feels supported and challenged.
Purple Belt
9+ Years of Experience
Seasoned Competitor + Coach
Why Krossface Jiu Jitsu?
Why do people train with us
Real Self-Defense
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu was built for one thing: giving a smaller person the tools to control and submit a bigger, stronger opponent. Learn skills that actually work.
Real Self-Defense
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu was built for one thing: giving a smaller person the tools to control and submit a bigger, stronger opponent. Learn skills that actually work.
Real Self-Defense
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu was built for one thing: giving a smaller person the tools to control and submit a bigger, stronger opponent. Learn skills that actually work.
Kill Stress on the Mats
An hour of Jiu Jitsu empties your head like nothing else. It’s chess with your body — total focus, zero room for work worries.
Kill Stress on the Mats
An hour of Jiu Jitsu empties your head like nothing else. It’s chess with your body — total focus, zero room for work worries.
Kill Stress on the Mats
An hour of Jiu Jitsu empties your head like nothing else. It’s chess with your body — total focus, zero room for work worries.
Get Better Every Day
Burn serious calories, build functional strength, and leave every class drenched and smiling.
Get Better Every Day
Burn serious calories, build functional strength, and leave every class drenched and smiling.
Get Better Every Day
Burn serious calories, build functional strength, and leave every class drenched and smiling.
A Team Behind You
Walk in alone, leave with a team. Beginners are the heart of this gym, you’ll be welcomed from day one.
A Team Behind You
Walk in alone, leave with a team. Beginners are the heart of this gym, you’ll be welcomed from day one.
A Team Behind You
Walk in alone, leave with a team. Beginners are the heart of this gym, you’ll be welcomed from day one.
Location
How to find us
📍3694 San Pablo Dam Rd., El Sobrante, CA 94803
• Krossface Jiu Jitsu is located within the El Sobrante Thai Town plaza.
• When you enter Thai Town plaza, go up the driveway on the right.
• Make a left turn into the top-level parking lot.
Very close to Pinole, Hercules, and Richmond area!
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Location
How to find us
📍3694 San Pablo Dam Rd., El Sobrante, CA 94803
• Krossface Jiu Jitsu is located within the El Sobrante Thai Town plaza.
• When you enter Thai Town plaza, go up the driveway on the right.
• Make a left turn into the top-level parking lot.
Very close to Pinole, Hercules, and Richmond area!
Location
How to find us
📍3694 San Pablo Dam Rd., El Sobrante, CA 94803
• Krossface Jiu Jitsu is located within the El Sobrante Thai Town plaza.
• When you enter Thai Town plaza, go up the driveway on the right.
• Make a left turn into the top-level parking lot.
Very close to Pinole, Hercules, and Richmond area!
START TRAINING WITH US!
Learn a new skill, build community, and push yourself to your limits at Krossface Jiu Jitsu.