Arun Sharma

Arun is an incredibly detailed and encouraging coach who will push you to achieve physical and mental breakthroughs on your bjj journey. I’ve been training with him five days a week for the past several months and reaping the rewards of his close attention. His group classes feel like privates with purposeful drilling focused on honing bjj fundamentals as a priority over flashy techniques. Then usually an hour of rolling which has increased my explosive endurance and physicality by miles. Arun has the mind of a seeker and I enjoy our philosophical musings after class as well!

I have been training BJJ with Arun for 2 months now and I’m completely hooked. He is one of the most patient, mindful people I have ever met. His style is very thorough and he focuses on the fundamentals of this beautiful gentle art.
He is a natural teacher and I am so grateful to be his student. I had no idea how much I would fall in love with this martial art and how completely addicted I would become to it, especially in such a short amount of time.
I would highly recommend him to anyone interested in trying out this very safe, very exhausting (in a great way), and very grounding practice.
Rob

I’ve been training with Arun for about six months and I’ll continue to do so. I was in search of the right trainer and I found him right here on Unilocal.If you’re on this page and you are reading this, then you probably are at least considering getting a personal trainer. I can say it’s one of the best things I’ve ever done, and I highly recommend it. And a lot of that comes down to Arun himself.
Most trainers, though well meaning, try to get the most clients they can. Arun is the first one I’ve met that puts your interests before his. He is patient, understanding, knowledgeable, flexible, passionate, and tailors the work specifically to what works for you. He isn’t about fads, or trends, but timeless methods. He’ll push you to the limit, but also help you listen to your body. He also subscribes to the ‘teach a man to fish’ philosophy. He wants you to be as good without him, as you are with him, because he truly believes that we are all better off when we are it good physical shape.
But above all, he’s a good dude. And if you don’t believe me look at the ratings on this page. 5 stars across the board and that’s because he’s earned every single one We’re all pretty lucky to live in a city where a trainer as great as Arun is available to us. I would advise you to take advantage of it.

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Long-​winded Backstory:
Arun is one of the most motivational, down-​to-​earth, and intelligent guys I’ve ever met. I started training with him in March 2014 and in a month’s time, was able to accomplish my original goal of bulking up, while also dropping my body fat percentage to sub-​10%!
Arun taught me the fundamentals of form, breathing, diet, and process. Through well-​structured workouts tailored to my body type, we were able to percisely pinpoint my areas of need and build up from there.
Most of all, it was an enjoyable experience. I looked forward to getting my ass kicked by his workouts every time I went to the gym. I highly recommend Arun as a trainer, whatever your goals might be!

One of the most knowledgeable and patient coaches I ever encountered. Coach Arun is a specialist when it comes to grappling or BJJ. I trained with him for a brief time and my game shot up in those brief moments. He is also a fitness trainer and is very knowledgeable in that also. He isn’t just a coach, but is there to be your friend. Highly recommend anyone in the Westside to have him as a trainer. A great asset to your BJJ game and to getting back in shape.

I have known Arun for a number of years now and I have witness his growth as a trainer, athlete, professional and overall human being.
Originally, I remember Arun having an incredible, die-​hard passion for improving his own Brazilian Jiu Jitsu training. That drive translated to his pursuit of Strength & Conditioning. Arun’s dedication has pushed Arun up a vertical learning curve and his expertise in Strength & Conditioning is on par or beyond his skill in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
Arun has quickly generated a league of followers and for good reason — his attitude about training is conveyed to every single one of his students and clients. There is a reason why he has 5-​star reviews across the board!
Do yourself a favor — train with Arun at least once. You’ll experience first-​hand what all the other reviewers are saying. Reach your goals with Arun, he is credible, consistent and more than anything else, caring. :]

Arun excels as an athlete and coach. If you want to improve your BJJ, Arun is a highly detailed and patient instructor. He will let you work your game, even though he could impose his own at any time. As far as fitness goes, the proof is in the pudding — I don’t know anyone with the same blend of explosive strength and endurance, and Arun does a fantastic job of getting his students onto the same level.
What distinguishes Arun most, however, is his attitude. He gets peak performance by always demanding more, yet doing it in the most positive way possible. You sense that he’s on your team, and has a personal stake in your success.
I can’t say enough good things about this guy. Work with him while he is still available!

Coach Arun is super legit! I’ve trained with so many different people over the years and he is hands down the best for everything from BJJ to fitness.

I first met Coach Arun when I took my son to try out Robot Gym. After watching some of the training I decided to give it a shot. I was already in pretty good shape (so I thought) after just completing my first half Ironman. I started training Ju Jitsu with Arun and soon after started Strength and Conditioning with him. The motivation I get from him every time I walk into the gym is second to none. i have never met a person with a more positive attitude on life.
After training with Arun for over a year now I am stronger than I have ever been in my life. At age 43 I couldn’t be happier. My squat doubled from when I started with him and I’m now dead lifting and able to do pull-​ups like I never thought I would be able to. And my running and biking has improved drastically. If you want to change your life and have a positive friend in your life, get to know him.

I sort of lost interest in training when I first joined Robot Fight & Fitness due to my work schedule, but decided to start up again and joined Arun’s 7am Intro class. From there I was hooked and eventually moved into his BJJ class. When teaching technique, Arun not only goes through each step in detail, but makes sure the class understands the concept of why or how something works so everyone isn’t just going through the motions. He has a wealth of knowledge on all grappling sports (don’t miss his no-​gi/​wrestling classes) and is a killer on the mats.
Arun’s an awesome instructor that genuinely cares about his students and takes pride in their personal growth… he’s also probably one of the nicest people I’ve ever met.
Go visit him and see for yourself why so many people recommend him!

Coach Arun is one of the most amazing trainers i know.
He is living proof that you can be the change you want to see in your life.
An amazing athlete and great person all around, his hard work and dedication have made him succeed on the matt, and now that he can show that to other people, i expect a army of super people taking over gym’s of LA anytime now lead by this hardworking multi talented individual.
Training around him has pushed me to an extent that i wouldn’t have reached alone, so being trained by him can only do wonders for a person.
If you are looking to get in shape, to get back in shape, get ripped, get ready for fight, marathon, tournament, or even just some golden fitness advice, you couldn’t ask for a better coach than Arun.

Arun is an extremely attentive, positive and a knowledgeable trainer. Not only is he proficient in developing comprehensive strength and conditioning workouts, but he is also an absolute beast BJJ athlete.
The training sessions we have are always fun, never dull, and 100% of the time informative. He will correct us where needed and help us refine our technique where necessary. Besides providing a very technical and constructive course, I think one of Arun’s best attributes is fostering a positive training environment where his students will succeed. Training under Arun is a pleasure and no brainer.

Coach Arun is the first person to teach me mental toughness. That led to unimaginable, for me, fitness gains. He is intelligent, well spoken, and has a positive attitude. Arun is also very attentive to proper form, to award you the best gains and avoid injuries. I can’t say enough good things. I started the Intro to MMA class with him in early 2012. Then advanced and continued BJJ in his morning class.
Do yourself a favor and train with Arun Sharma!!!

As I am complete noob to jiu-​jitsu, coach Arun always helped me feel welcome amongst the more experienced class and always knew how to motivate me without pushing me too far. In my short time training with him (I left due to work conflicts not the quality of training) I felt like I learned a ton and I fully intend to return when I am able to. If you are looking for a great working with a top notch instructor I highly recommend speaking with coach Arun.

Coach Arun is a big hearted person, and always pushes you to be your personal best. I remember struggling with certain techniques, and Arun would patiently take the time to break everything down into individual steps. He’s such a great explainer, but most importantly, he’s passionate about his work and helping you!

I’ve trained with Arun mainly in Strength & Conditioning and seen him in action with his BJJ students.
He such a great coach, it’s hard to know where to start… He’s incredibly positive, upbeat and fun. He thoroughly explains each exercise and the correct position your body should be in. Even if you’re familiar with it, it keeps you on your toes and perfecting your form. He encourages you to push yourself and is always there for you with adjustments for your body/​injuries or tips for taking it to the next level. I found myself doing things in his class that I never pictured myself doing (me? deadlift? yeah right!) and then loving it. He’s got such a great attitude and his attention to each person is unparalleled at any other gym. Who knew that pushing your body could be this much fun?!

I have been training with Arun for over two years now and he’s always been super positive and supportive. Whether he’s the instructor or just a fellow student during class, he is always working hard and urging others to do the same. But at the same time, he’s always been very understanding of injuries or limitations, and you never feel pressured to do something you are not comfortable with. He balances encouragement, education on proper form, and understanding to make sure everyone around him always has the support they need, while at the same time making sure no one feels left behind because they may have limitations or are simply newer or less experienced. All in all, he’s just a genuinely caring person, and his own personal transformation is very inspiring.

Preface: I trained under Coach Arun for the introductory MMA classes — Muy Thai, BJJ, and overall fitness.
First and foremost, besides being a great coach/​trainer, Arun is an amazing human being. Friendly, experienced and insightful, the man is an abyss of wisdom as deep as the ocean. No, seriously, you should see some of his inspirational facebook posts.
Besides doing what you pay him to do, which is to motivate and drill you technically to mental and physical exhaustion as many have already described in their reviews, you learn to appreciate and respect not just the art but also your time in the gym. You will definitely get the most out of your workout when training under Coach Arun.
And unlike many trainers out there, Coach Arun isn’t there for the money and doesn’t have a hidden agenda seeking to profit himself. He’s there to help others freely sharing and giving of himself and for this you will truly appreciate as I did training under Coach Arun.
Can’t possibly recommend any higher!

Amazing coach, trainer, and inspiration!
My first few classes with Arun were the morning «intro» classes. They were geared towards fitness, muay thai, and Brazilian jujitsu. This was a great class to see all that Robot had to offer. I quickly figured out that I wanted to focus mostly on bjj and fitness. Coach Arun excels is these areas. Not only is he a great instructor; he demonstrates, implements and breaks down the movement of each activity, whether it’s a take down or the proper squat technique, but he is also a great inspiration. I think it’s great to see the implementation and results from the guy who is actually instructing you. I would recommend coach Arun to anyone, at any fitness or learning level.

Arun is a great coach, his motto is «Don’t give up on yourself, because I’ll never give up on you.» I don’t think it can be said any better than that.
My first sessions with Arun were a mix of Muay Thai, BJJ, and fitness. He’s an example of someone who lives the fitness philosophy that he preaches. I enjoyed Muay Thai and fitness — Arun will have you doing pushups, squats, up-​downs, jumping jacks, and anything else you can think of.
He’s great at breaking down each move and willingly presents himself as your training partner. I remember when he was teaching us how to do a rear naked choke (get your mind out of the gutter) he actually sat there and let every participant choke him and he would tell you if he could still breathe! That’s commitment!
I couldn’t recommend a better coach and trainer. You won’t be disappointed.