Jiujitsu · Retreats · Forest stays · Uvita
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at the heart of the rainforest—daily training, immersive weeks, and space to gather your Tribe.
Jungle Mat is a real academy in Uvita, Costa Rica—daily Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for beginners through competitors, Jungle Kids, and an open mat culture shaped by Ernesto Fallas and a global Tribe that trains between surf, remote work, and family life.
Immersive retreat weeks extend that same community onto the mat, the Pacific, and the jungle. On-site forest stays are in development; for mission, vision, and our seven values, visit the Jungle Mat page.
Each path ladders into the same rainforest philosophy—whether you tighten your guard passes, unplug for an immersion week, or plan a bungalow stay.
A snapshot of Tribe weeks on the Pacífico—these dates will soon sync with live inventory. For day-to-day Jungle Mat training blocks, head to the Jungle Mat page.
April 22–27, 2026
This unique camp isn’t just about perfecting techniques—it’s about immersing yourself in an environment that nurtures both body and soul.
May 20–25, 2026
This immersive experience combines jiu-jitsu, surfing, and Costa Rican exploration, guided by the natural rhythm of Uvita’s beaches and jungle—a place known for its powerful energy and unmatched biodiversity.
June 13–18, 2026
This immersive experience combines high-level training, jungle adventures, and the serene energy of Uvita, Costa Rica—one of the most biodiverse regions on earth.
Members and drop-in guests on training, community, and life in the jungle.
Both me and my son really enjoy our classes at Jungle Mat. The owner/teacher Ernesto has really created something special here in the jungle!
I found in Jungle Mat an integrative and evolutionary vision. It has a team of highly qualified trainers, trained to serve from young children to youth and adults. The work and harmony in the Jungle Mat team is seen in the richness that each professional brings, with their different style, but with a common understanding of the principles of human movement and the science behind an honestly healthy body.
Whether you're passing through Uvita, staying here for vacation, or living here for a longer period, I would highly suggest you make this community part of your life as we did. It raised our positivity, strengthened our family, and instilled in us the virtues of martial arts: discipline, body awareness, and love for community.
Multi-day Tribe experiences—Jiujitsu immersions plus Pacífico rituals—stay tuned as Jungle Mat finalizes itineraries; join the waitlist conversations with the concierge team.
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