4/51 Shipley Drive, Rutherford. NSW 2320 Australia
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Hunter Valley

Welcome to Gracie Barra Hunter Valley 🔺

Premium Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu School in Rutherford, NSW

Founded in 2012 by Professor Gene-Paul De Crewis (Geno), our school is part of the world’s largest Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu network, with over 1,100 locations worldwide. We proudly serve the Hunter Valley community from our modern, well-equipped academy in Rutherford.

Whether you’re looking for kids martial arts, beginner Jiu Jitsu & Self-Defence classes, or Advanced Jiu-Jitsu training, our certified instructors deliver structured programs in a clean, safe, and family-friendly environment — tailored for all ages 5 + and skill levels.

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GB Classes

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. We offer two age groups, we have our Little Champions for kids aged 5-9yrs and we have our Juniors for kids aged 10-15yrs.

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.

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.

Gracie Barra
Hunter Valley
4/51 Shipley Drive, Rutherford. NSW 2320 Australia
School Hours
  • Today  -  3:30–8.30 PM
    Monday 9:30 AM–12 PM, 3:30–8.30 PM
    Tuesday 3:30–8.30 PM
    Wednesday 9:30 AM–12 PM, 3:30–7.30 PM
    Thursday 3:30–8.30 PM
    Friday 9:30 AM–12 PM, 3:30–8.30 PM
    Saturday 9:30–11:30 AM
    Sunday 9:30–11:30 AM
Gracie Barra
Hunter Valley
4/51 Shipley Drive, Rutherford. NSW 2320 Australia
0404850515
School Hours
  • Today  - 3:30–8.30 PM
    Monday 9:30 AM–12 PM, 3:30–8.30 PM
    Tuesday 3:30–8.30 PM
    Wednesday 9:30 AM–12 PM, 3:30–7.30 PM
    Thursday 3:30–8.30 PM
    Friday 9:30 AM–12 PM, 3:30–8.30 PM
    Saturday 9:30–11:30 AM
    Sunday 9:30–11:30 AM

Testimonials

  • I have been visiting in the area for work and decided to do a casual class at Gracie Barra HV BJJ. All of the staff were very friendly, welcoming and accommodating. The professor and all of the senior belts were very knowledgeable and friendly and mindful of my safety and level of experience, as were all of the students. Great atmosphere. If I was a local I would join this club.
  • GB Hunter Valley offers a welcoming environment that challenges kids while nurturing their individuality. The coaches are great role models—my daughter loves it here. I couldn’t ask for a better BJJ school. Highly recommended.
  • Very professional, helpful and great communication. Coach Karen is really great with the little kids, she is encouraging, calm, firm and fair and gains respect from her students. My son has now been attending for 3 years and he loves it, he's grown in confidence and has learnt to defend himself with the help of this most practical martial art you'll ever need to know in general life.
  • From shy and lacking confidence to outgoing and resilient, our daughter can't wait for upcoming sessions and is always is eager to attend. Professor Gene and Karen are so welcoming, encouraging and supportive to every member who attends and we can't recommend them enough!
  • A second home with the most supportive & fun group of people. Have built so much confidence from training here!
  • My daughters have trained at GBHV for 3 years. The team is welcoming, and the girls never want to miss a day. They’ve become stronger, more resilient, and capable—thanks to the amazing training and support. Highly recommend GBHV.
  • GBHV offers fun kids classes, solid beginner fundamentals, and technical advanced sessions. Professors and coaches foster a skilled, family-friendly, and inclusive environment focused on building a strong team. Love this place.
  • GBHV offers fun kids classes, solid beginner fundamentals, and technical advanced sessions. Professors and coaches foster a skilled, family-friendly, and inclusive environment focused on building a strong team. Love this place.
  • A second home with the most supportive & fun group of people. Have built so much confidence from training here!
  • I have been visiting in the area for work and decided to do a casual class at Gracie Barra HV BJJ. All of the staff were very friendly, welcoming and accommodating. The professor and all of the senior belts were very knowledgeable and friendly and mindful of my safety and level of experience, as were all of the students. Great atmosphere. If I was a local I would join this club.
  • My daughters have trained at GBHV for 3 years. The team is welcoming, and the girls never want to miss a day. They’ve become stronger, more resilient, and capable—thanks to the amazing training and support. Highly recommend GBHV.
  • Very professional, helpful and great communication. Coach Karen is really great with the little kids, she is encouraging, calm, firm and fair and gains respect from her students. My son has now been attending for 3 years and he loves it, he's grown in confidence and has learnt to defend himself with the help of this most practical martial art you'll ever need to know in general life.
  • From shy and lacking confidence to outgoing and resilient, our daughter can't wait for upcoming sessions and is always is eager to attend. Professor Gene and Karen are so welcoming, encouraging and supportive to every member who attends and we can't recommend them enough!
  • GB Hunter Valley offers a welcoming environment that challenges kids while nurturing their individuality. The coaches are great role models—my daughter loves it here. I couldn’t ask for a better BJJ school. Highly recommended.

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Premium School
Hunter Valley
4/51 Shipley Drive, Rutherford. NSW 2320 Australia
School Hours
Monday
9:30 AM–12 PM, 3:30–8.30 PM
Tuesday
3:30–8.30 PM
Wednesday
9:30 AM–12 PM, 3:30–7.30 PM
Thursday
3:30–8.30 PM
Friday
9:30 AM–12 PM, 3:30–8.30 PM
Saturday
9:30–11:30 AM
Sunday
9:30–11:30 AM
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