Private Classes

Personalized, focused, and flexible - private lessons are the fastest way to level up your Jiu-Jitsu.

One-on-One Training, Tailored to You

Whether you're just getting started or looking to refine advanced techniques, private classes at Gracie Barra offer a customized approach to help you reach your goals faster.

These one-on-one sessions are built around your specific needs - whether it's improving a particular position, preparing for a competition, or simply gaining confidence in a new area of your game.

With direct attention from an experienced instructor, students receive personalized feedback, flexible scheduling, and training plans designed to maximise their potential.

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Class Benefits

Personalized instruction tailored to your individual goals and skill level
Accelerated progress through focused coaching
Flexible scheduling to suit your availability
Ideal for technical refinement, competition prep, or extra support

What to Bring to Your First Class

Water Bottle

Staying hydrated is essential. Bring a water bottle to keep refreshed throughout your training.

Official GB Uniform

Wearing the official Gracie Barra Gi or No-Gi uniform reflects our team identity and maintains the high standards of our school.

Slip-on Shoes

Wear flip-flops or sandals to make it easy to step on and off the mat while keeping the training area clean.

Mouthguard (recommended)

While not mandatory, a mouthguard is strongly recommended for advanced classes involving live drills or sparring to protect your teeth and enhance safety.

Begin your Jiu-Jitsu Journey with Gracie Barra

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Reviews

This place is honestly, a life changing experience. All for the better! The people, the environment it's just great! They're not just some people fighting, its a family and you feel right at home right when you walk in the door. I highly recommend this place to anyone! Especially anyone dealing with bullying or abuse this would be the perfect place to go!

Leeann Louis
Gracie Barra Southwest Portland is an outstanding academy, defined by its truly excellent staff who foster a welcoming and challenging training environment. The high caliber of the students—who are supportive, dedicated, and eager to learn—makes every Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu session productive and fun. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced practitioner, you'll find a community here committed to mutual growth on the mats.

Adam B.
Just started at this school and it has been a great experience. The instructors are excellent and make sure even new students can flourish. I joined near the end of the current curriculum and the professors and senior students always made sure I could get through the moves and guided me through the details to catch me up. The facility is very clean and there is a small changing room, bathroom and water cooler available for students. Only drawback to this location is the small parking lot. A bit of a walk is a good warmup though.

John A.
Amazing school! My 6yo loves going to his classes twice a week. The instructors are amazing, the structure of the classes is well suited for this group age and flexibility in schedule great for a busy family. Highly recommend!

Marion Kermann
Life changing experience. Son joined here and has been nothing but a welcoming environment for him. All staff are very helpful and have gone to great lengths to encourage the improvements of skills and training for him.

Shaz Key
I’ve been training at Gracie Barra for about 8 months, and it’s been great. The instructors are skilled and supportive, alongside the welcoming community of low and high belts alike. I’ve grown in both technique and enjoyment as I continue to go, I highly recommend GB for anyone interested in BJJ.

Max Richardson
Amazing class! I have never ever trained before and I found my self doing a really good job thanks to the excellent support I got from all the staff! Highly recommend!

Monica Narvaez Rojas

Amazing class! I have never ever trained before and I found my self doing a really good job thanks to the excellent support I got from all the staff! Highly recommend!

Monica Narvaez Rojas
This place is honestly, a life changing experience. All for the better! The people, the environment it's just great! They're not just some people fighting, its a family and you feel right at home right when you walk in the door. I highly recommend this place to anyone! Especially anyone dealing with bullying or abuse this would be the perfect place to go!

Leeann Louis
Amazing school! My 6yo loves going to his classes twice a week. The instructors are amazing, the structure of the classes is well suited for this group age and flexibility in schedule great for a busy family. Highly recommend!

Marion Kermann
Life changing experience. Son joined here and has been nothing but a welcoming environment for him. All staff are very helpful and have gone to great lengths to encourage the improvements of skills and training for him.

Shaz Key
Gracie Barra Southwest Portland is an outstanding academy, defined by its truly excellent staff who foster a welcoming and challenging training environment. The high caliber of the students—who are supportive, dedicated, and eager to learn—makes every Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu session productive and fun. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced practitioner, you'll find a community here committed to mutual growth on the mats.

Adam B.
Just started at this school and it has been a great experience. The instructors are excellent and make sure even new students can flourish. I joined near the end of the current curriculum and the professors and senior students always made sure I could get through the moves and guided me through the details to catch me up. The facility is very clean and there is a small changing room, bathroom and water cooler available for students. Only drawback to this location is the small parking lot. A bit of a walk is a good warmup though.

John A.
I’ve been training at Gracie Barra for about 8 months, and it’s been great. The instructors are skilled and supportive, alongside the welcoming community of low and high belts alike. I’ve grown in both technique and enjoyment as I continue to go, I highly recommend GB for anyone interested in BJJ.

Max Richardson

FAQs

Who can take private lessons?
Private lessons are available for students of all levels, from beginners to advanced practitioners.
How long is a private lesson?
Lessons usually run between 30 to 60 minutes, depending on your needs and the instructor’s availability.
Can I request a specific instructor?
Yes, you can schedule private lessons with an instructor of your choice based on their availability.
Can I do private lessons in addition to group classes?
Absolutely. Many students use private classes to reinforce what they’ve learned in regular sessions or to prepare for belt tests and competitions.