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Jiu-Jitsu is known as the gentle art that is suitable for everyone. At Gracie Barra Downers Grove we have classes for all ages, experience levels, and the top-notch line up of black belt professors! Join us for a free class and learn much more beyond the techniques. Don’t miss out on our January promotion! Call …

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“Think only about the best, work only for the best, and always expect the best” -Grand Master Carlos Gracie Sr. Practicing and learning with our brothers and sisters here at Gracie Barra Downers Grove is a great way to develop strength in the body, knowledge in the mind, and a healthy lifestyle. Call us today at …

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This is the first inter-school Gracie Barra Chicagoland tournament of the year! We designed this tournament to be a friendly simulation in preparation for the upcoming tournament season. All Gracie Barra Midwest schools are welcome. Come and join us.   The requirements to participate are: 6yrs old and up, and have at least 3 stripes on a …

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Dear GB Downers Grove member, our new enhanced schedule is now available at : http://gbdownersgrove.com/about-us/schedule/ Get ready for a bigger, better and stronger training experience on our mats.   For a free Class call us at : (630) 964-1414 Gracie Barra Martial Arts School of Downers Grove serving the communities of Downers Grove, Naperville and surrounding …

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At Gracie Barra in Downers Grove, brotherhood, development, and integrity are what we live by. We treat one another as extended family and commit to a common goal. That goal is to keep the legacy of champions of  Gracie Barra alive and to promote the art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. It is our pride in the red …

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At Gracie Barra in Downers Grove, our philosophy and values are what we live by.  We build character and form strong bonds through training in Jiu-Jitsu. It stems from Master Carlos Gracie Jr. and his teachings that the fundamentals of good Jiu-Jitsu are also the fundamentals of good character. We strive to live by that philosophy …

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Do you believe that Jiu Jitsu is a wonder art ? An inclusion and empowering tool capable of changing someone’s life drastically. No ? Maybe ? So watch this video then : http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-jersey-45972436 Gracie Barra Downers Grove serving the communities of Downers Grove & Naperville And surrounding towns Call us for a free trial lesson …

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The GB Chicagoland family is stronger than ever and there is no better way to celebrate our strength as a team other than unifying our schools in preparation to the tournaments season of 2019. If you are a 3 stripes white belt and up and you are an active member of a Gracie Barra planning …

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“The no Gi Program atGracie Barra in Downers Grove. I believe the cross training between Gi and no go to be An unique way of training Jiu-Jitsu, it prepares you for real world situations. Training in no Gi will help in developing strength and speed, while the Gi refines technique and timing . When exposed …

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“ Our mission at Gracie Barra Downers Grove is not only to teach our kids The art of Jiu Jitsu but to train body, mind and spirit to contribute for a better world. Call us today for a free trial class at (630)-964 1414. Gracie Barra Downers Grove Martial Arts serving the communities of Downers …

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