Gracie Barra is a worldwide community of Jiu-Jitsu instructors, students and athletes. Our organization is built by over 700 schools in six continents.
Our Method
At Gracie Barra America we strive to help students get the most out of their training. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu becomes a life-style and students can readily enjoy all the benefits of the Jiu-Jitsu or the “Gentle Art”.
Why Gracie Barra
The folks at GB make our school what it is, and you too will soon be one of us. You’ll be impressed by how committed each and every team member is to your learning.
Carlos Gracie Jr.
My life is dedicated to Jiu-Jitsu. My goal was simply to build a brotherhood to lead the expansion of BJJ while respecting the essence of our art. My students are an extension of my family. I want each one of them to achieve their personal best while helping spread Jiu-Jitsu. We must do that honoring the traditions and efforts of those who came before us.
Gracie Barra Schools
Gracie Barra Programs
The class structure is the trademark of all Gracie Barra Schools. Classes start on time and adhere to a standardized curriculum and class structure. As a student, you know up front what is expected of you and have a clear understanding of what to expect from your instructors and training partners. The consistency of this structure combined with the creativity and innovation of our devoted instructors blend perfectly to facilitate your progress.
GB News
GB Motivation: Prof. Carlos Lemos on How He Started Jiu-jitsu
Meet Prof. Carlos Lemos Jr., a 5th degree black belt under Master Carlos Gracie Jr. Carlos is the head instructor and owner of Gracie Barra Downers Grove, Illinois. ㅤ “Once …
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Week 12 Team! Let’s Go! 🥋🔺🌎
🔺 Week 12 is here and it’s time to study Clinch & Holds, Foot Throws, and Back / Turtle. Only at #GBOnline, you can experience the same class structure that you …
GB Fundamentals: Positional Escapes with Prof. Brian Waltz
This week on GB Technique we are going to look at escapes from different ground positions – with Prof. Brian Waltz of Gracie Barra, Colorado Springs ㅤ For the first …
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Week 11 Team! Let’s Go! 🥋🔺🌎
🔺 Week 11 is here and it’s time to study Ground Strikes, Leg Grabs, and Guard. Only at #GBOnline, you can experience the same class structure that you are learning from …