Gracie Barra Stafford is located in the Washington DC metropolitan area. We offer quality, professional Brazilian jiu-jitsu (BJJ) & self defense instruction in a family-friendly environment. Because we believe that jiu-jitsu is for everyone, we strive ensure a safe training environment for all, regardless of age, gender, or physical limitations. All students receive direct instruction from Prof. Thiago Reinaldo, a 4th degree Black Belt under Henrique Machado. You can also follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the most up-to-date information.
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Prof. Thiago Reinaldo – 4th Degree Black Belt
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Thiago Reinaldo, a 4th Degree Black Belt under Professor Henrique Machado, is the head instructor at Gracie Barra Stafford, as well as a central figure in the Brazilian jiu-jitsu community in Virginia. His journey in BJJ began in the 1990s, ignited by the legendary Royce Gracie’s performances in the UFC, leading him to train at …
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Prof. Jamie Leland – Black Belt
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Professora Jamie, a dedicated black belt under Professor Thiago Reinaldo, is both an active competitor and the Lead Coach at Gracie Barra Stafford. Her journey into Brazilian jiu-jitsu began in 2017, following a lifelong interest in martial arts that was never realized until almost 30 years later. The turning point came in 2016 when she …
Coach Lorraine Hurtado – Purple Belt
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Lorraine, a purple belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under Professor Thiago Reinaldo, mother of three beautiful treasures Eviann, Faith and Noah. From a very young age she had an interest in Jiujitsu but she had no place nearby or accessible to start this wonderful adventure. It was then when she moved to Stafford Virginia that her …
Coach Jilari Reinaldo – Blue Belt
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Coach Jilari is a blue belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu under her husband, Professor Thiago Reinaldo. She discovered jiu-jitsu in 2015, drawn in by her husband’s dedication and passion. Starting her own journey in December 2018, she trained diligently until life took a joyful turn with the arrival of their youngest daughter in May 2019. Returning …