The competitors who represent 10th Planet Oakland, and the news that follows them. Every athlete here trains at our Oakland academy alongside hobbyists and first timers in the same adult jiu jitsu program. New to the sport? Start with three free classes.
While in Austin, Texas to corner Jaine Fragoso at Who’s Number One, 10th Planet Oakland head coach Michael Hillebrand took the opportunity to cross-train at Simple Man Martial Arts alongside a group of friends from several academies. The session was…
Longtime 10th Planet practitioner Kevin Gibbs was promoted to black belt by 10th Planet Oakland founder and head coach Michael Hillebrand on December 16, 2024. The promotion was particularly meaningful because Kevin and Hillebrand’s history goes back many years. The…
10th Planet Oakland’s Jimmy Zhen reached two major milestones at the 2024 IBJJF Pan No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu Championship, earning a silver medal and receiving his brown belt. Competing in the Purple Belt Master 1 Light division, Jimmy fought his way to…
10th Planet Oakland celebrated a major milestone on December 12, 2023, as Stephen Choi and Alan Chang were both promoted to black belt by head coach Michael Hillebrand. Earning a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt represents years of training, development…
On June 10, 2023, Judith Gomez achieved another monumental milestone in her Jiu Jitsu journey, earning her Black Belt in 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu. Already a Black Belt in the gi, Judith has now cemented her expertise in No-Gi grappling,…
On May 9, 2023, Jonny Mezheritskiy delivered yet another incredible performance in the adult division, continuing to showcase his exceptional talent and maturity far beyond his years. Competing against older and more experienced opponents, Jonny displayed his signature skill, determination,…
On March 25, 2023, Karla Salgado and Jonny Mezheritskiy from 10th Planet Oakland showcased their talent and determination with outstanding performances at Submission on the Shore. Karla delivered a strong showing, demonstrating the skill and perseverance that define her game.…
History was made on December 9, 2022, as Judith Gomez achieved what no other 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu athlete had done before—winning the IBJJF Black Belt World Championship Title. Competing against the best in the world, Judith showcased exceptional skill,…
On May 8, 2021, Judith Gomez from 10th Planet Oakland delivered an incredible performance, securing victory in her Black Belt Super Fight with a flawless Kimura submission. Her technical precision and relentless drive were on full display, showcasing the high-level…
On December 7, 2019, Team Northern California, a powerhouse combination of athletes from 10th Planet Oakland, 10th Planet Walnut Creek, 10th Planet Daly City, and 10th Planet San Mateo, delivered an exceptional performance. The team featured standout competitors, including Michael…
