Gyms, jiu-jitsu and personal training in Torrance. Hawthorne Blvd has a lot of sweat on it.
Short answer: Torrance men can start with a free jiu-jitsu class, a free UFC Gym pass or a free HOTWORX session. Rodrigo Gracie Jiu-Jitsu and 10th Planet Torrance both advertise a free trial class, UFC Gym Torrance offers a free pass, and HOTWORX gives local first-timers one complimentary session. Torrance Training Lab offers a free trial session, and 24 Hour Fitness Del Amo is open 24/7 with a lap pool and free weights.
Most of the action sits along Hawthorne Blvd, so you can compare a few places in one afternoon. Almost nobody here publishes a price, so ask before you sign. Here is what each place says in public.
$0
trial class advertised by Rodrigo Gracie Jiu-Jitsu and 10th Planet Torrance (free trial class)
24/7
member access at HOTWORX Torrance (Del Amo/Best Plaza), with staffed hours for your first session
$5
adult lap swim City of Torrance drop-in lap swim for adults (youth and seniors $3), card only
At a glance
Compare in 10 seconds
From each business’s own page or license record, checked November 2, 2026. Prices and hours change, so confirm before you go.
Move in Torrance compared
Place
Type
From
Try it
Good fit for
Rodrigo Gracie Jiu-Jitsu
Brazilian jiu-jitsu
—
Free trial class
Grappling, self-defense
10th Planet Torrance
Submission-only jiu-jitsu
—
Free trial class
No-gi training, 7 days a week
UFC GYM Torrance
Gym, BJJ, MMA
—
Free pass
Late-night lifting, MMA classes
D1 Training Torrance
Athletic training
—
Trial link on site
Speed, strength, agility
Torrance Training Lab
Group classes: CrossTrain, bootcamp
—
Free trial session
Coached group training
HOTWORX Torrance
Infrared sauna workouts
—
One free session
Odd-hours training
24 Hour Fitness Torrance Del Amo
Big-box gym with pool
From $34.99/mo (listed)
—
Free weights, cycling, swimming, 24/7
Descanso ParkCity of Torrance
City park
Free
Just show up
Walking path, exercise stations
“—” means the source we checked doesn’t list it, not that the place never offers it.
Where to go
Move in Torrance
No paid placements. Each place is here for a stated reason, with the source we checked on November 2, 2026.
Rodrigo Gracie Jiu-Jitsu
BJJ
Free trial class
Brazilian jiu-jitsu academy on Pacific Coast Highway with beginner, fundamentals and advanced adult classes plus an MMA program.
Why it’s here. A free trial class for adults, advertised on the school’s own page. Show up, get humbled, decide later.
Price
Prices not published on the page.
Hours
Class times not listed on the page. Call or use the contact form for the schedule.
How
Request the free trial class through the page’s contact link. The page gives no details on trial length or terms.
Submission-only jiu-jitsu classes that its page says run seven days a week, plus kids and self-defense programs.
Why it’s here. A free trial class and a schedule that covers every day of the week. The page text says 24433 Hawthorne Blvd. but its map link says 24426 Hawthorne Blvd. (Walteria), so confirm the address before you drive over.
Price
Prices not published on the page. The page mentions family discounts without details.
Hours
Classes run seven days a week Exact times are in a schedule image on the site; check it or call.
How
Fill out the free trial form, or call or email to reserve a spot.
Group-class gym offering CrossTrain (high-intensity, with Olympic weightlifting and gymnastics), bootcamp and beginner strength classes, plus drop-in options and an outdoor fitness area.
Why it’s here. A coached group-class gym that advertises a free trial session and a free tour on its own site; a Wellhub listing also calls it CrossFit.
Price
Prices are on its Rates page, not the home page.
Hours
Class times are on its Schedule page. A Wellhub listing shows Mon–Fri 5 AM–8 PM, Sat 8–10:30 AM and Sun 8–10 AM for Wellhub members; confirm with the gym.
How
Fill out the contact form to schedule a free trial session, or use the free tour link. The gym is about 6,500 square feet with changing rooms, per its site.
Big-box gym with free weights, strength machines, group cycling, group exercise, an indoor lap pool, whirlpool, steam room and sauna.
Why it’s here. A regular gym that is open around the clock, with a lap pool, steam room and sauna, and published monthly plan prices.
Price
Monthly plans from $34.99 (GetFit) to $59.99 (KeepFit+) as listed. A $69.99 annual fee is listed in the KeepFit+ fine print, and amenity access depends on plan. Personal training, towel service and Recovery24 cost extra. Confirm current pricing with the club.
Hours
Open 24/7 Holiday hours are on a separate page on its site.
How
Call (424) 206-4207 or check the club page for classes and membership terms.
City park with a walking path, playground and softball field; a local tourism guide says it also has exercise stations.
Why it’s here. A free place to move when the budget is zero, and open from 6 AM.
Price
Free to enter; no fees listed.
Hours
Daily · 6 AM–10 PM
How
Walk in. No sign-up listed. The City page lists a walking path, playground and softball field; the exercise stations come from Discover Torrance only, so check the park first.
Paraphrased from public discussions, with links. Not endorsements.
Where can I try jiu-jitsu for free in Torrance?Rodrigo Gracie Jiu-Jitsu and 10th Planet Torrance each advertise a free trial class, and UFC GYM Torrance offers a free pass; its page lists BJJ and MMA classes. 10th Planet Torrance ↗
Is there a gym open at odd hours?The 24 Hour Fitness Del Amo club page lists 24/7 hours, UFC GYM Torrance lists 24-hour access Tuesday to Thursday, and HOTWORX gives members 24-hour access with staffed hours for orientation. UFC GYM Torrance ↗
Can I swim laps through the city?The City lists drop-in lap swim for ages 15 and up at $5 for adults and $3 for youth and seniors, card only. Call the Registration Office to confirm current rates. City of Torrance lap swim ↗
Before you book
Make the first visit easy
Ask for the price first
None of the Torrance gyms here publish membership rates. Ask for the monthly price, contract length and cancellation terms in writing.
Trainers aren’t state-licensed
California does not license personal trainers, so ask which certification they hold and check it with the certifying body.
Check the address
Hawthorne Blvd runs for miles through Torrance. Confirm the street number before you drive, especially for 10th Planet, whose page lists two.
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FAQ
Which Torrance gyms offer a free trial?
Rodrigo Gracie Jiu-Jitsu and 10th Planet Torrance advertise a free trial class, UFC GYM Torrance offers a free pass, Torrance Training Lab offers a free trial session, and HOTWORX offers one complimentary session to local first-time guests, per their sites.
Is there a CrossFit-style gym in Torrance?
Torrance Training Lab on Telo Ave lists CrossTrain, bootcamp and beginner strength classes on its site, and a Wellhub listing describes it as CrossFit.
What are the hours at UFC GYM Torrance?
It lists 24 hours Tuesday to Thursday, Monday 5 AM to midnight, Friday midnight to 10 PM and weekends 6 AM to 8 PM.
How much is drop-in lap swim in Torrance?
The City lists $5 for adults and $3 for youth and seniors, ages 15 and up, card only. Call (310) 618-2720 for current rates.
Listings checked November 2, 2026. NOCTI is not affiliated with the businesses listed and receives nothing for listing them. Ratings and reviews belong to their platforms; follow the links to read them. This guide is general information, not medical advice.