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Classes
Gracie Barra offers progressive Jiu-Jitsu training for students of all ages and skill levels. Whether you're just beginning your journey or already an experienced practitioner, our structured classes are designed to support your development every step of the way.
Gracie Barra Kids
Our GBK Program introduces children to Jiu-Jitsu in a fun, safe, and age-appropriate classes - building confidence, discipline, and respect through structured curriculum. It focuses on self-defence, takedowns, and ground techniques.
Jiu-Jitsu Fundamentals
The GB1 Program is the foundation of Jiu-Jitsu at Gracie Barra. Originally called the "Fundamental Program," it offers structured training in self-defence, core techniques, and the philosophy of Gracie Barra. Designed for beginners, GB1 builds strong technical skills and prepares students for progression to advanced levels.
Advanced Jiu-Jitsu
The GB2 Program builds on fundamentals with advanced techniques, complex drills, No-Gi training and live sessions - preparing students for GB3. Eligibility requires at least 3 stripes on a white belt, which requires a minimum of 4 months of training.
Expert Jiu-Jitsu
The GB3 Program is the ultimate level of training at a GB school and challenges students, increasing the complexity of the drills, and the intensity of the training session. It is open to blue belts and above.
Jiu-Jitsu for Women
The GBF Program offers a supportive and inclusive introduction to Jiu-Jitsu for women, focusing on core techniques while building confidence and preparing students to progress into more advanced classes like GB1, GB2 and GB3.
Private Classes
Private classes offer one-on-one training tailored to your goals - whether it's refining techniques, preparing for competition, or accelerating progress. With personalized training schedules and focused feedback, students of all levels gain deeper insight into their Jiu-Jitsu journey.
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Book Your Free ClassInstructors
At Gracie Barra, our instructors are more than coaches — they are mentors, role models, and passionate leaders committed to the personal growth of every student. Each certified instructor upholds the highest standards of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instruction, following a proven teaching methodology rooted in safety, discipline, and respect. With years of experience on the mats and a deep connection to the Gracie Barra values of brotherhood, integrity, and development, our team is dedicated to helping students of all ages and skill levels achieve their goals in a supportive and inspiring environment.
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Professor Elias Ramirez III
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Black Belt Instructor
Elias Ramirez III
3rd Degree Black Belt
Elias is a 3rd Degree Black Belt under Otavio Sousa and has trained Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu since January 26th, 2007. He moved to the Coachella Valley in June of 2021 from Oahu, HI and opened his first school in Palm Desert in February of 2022. North Indio is his 2nd location in the Coachella Valley. He has either been a Head Instructor or been a part of opening 10 different Gracie Barra's in California and Hawaii. He competed and won multiple championships including the World Championship in 2008. His biggest accomplishment though is being able to mold and help create future champions not only on the mat but also in the communities that he has been a part of.
Erica Fabian Ramirez
1st Degree Black Belt
Professor Erica is a 1st Degree Black Belt who originates from the beautiful country of Philippines. She started her Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu journey on October 16th, 2012 at Gracie Barra University in Honolulu, HI. Her full time passion is being a nurse at a local hospital and raising her 2 beautiful children. She has competed in IBJJF tournaments as a hobbyist and enjoys helping to teach our Little Champions and female adult students. She has been a part of opening 3 Gracie Barra schools including our Palm Desert location and is excited to help teach in her local community of Indio.
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