One-on-one training sessions will allow you to improve skills quickly and improve game flow. A comprehensive self-defense curriculum that will teach you how to defend yourself in any situation. Professor Alexandre Ogawa is a phenomenal instructor! he teaches you the technique part by part and breaks it down.
I can tell he cares for his students and loves his job! I'm glad I'm part of this team and like a 2nd home! Great school with a family-friendly environment. Professor Ale does a fantastic job in his instruction whether that be for the beginner or the advanced student. I highly recommend Gracie Barra San Diego.
I can tell he cares for his students and loves his job! I'm glad I'm part of this team and like a 2nd home! Great school with a family-friendly environment. Professor Ale does a fantastic job in his instruction whether that be for the beginner or the advanced student. I highly recommend Gracie Barra San Diego.
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About Us
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Gracie Barra is the one of the largest, and most traditional, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Organizations in the World. Our schools, Instructors, and competitors are present not only in the United States or Brazil, but also in South and Central Americas, Europe, Africa, Asia, and Oceania. Founded in 1986, Gracie Barra grew to become renowned in the Martial Arts world.
Our Team
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He carries deeply in his core our vision, values and principles. He is a co-founder and Instructor of Gracie Barra Aclimacao, which is one of the first GB schools in the biggest city of Brazil, Sao Paulo. The school has strong and well-known programs for women self-defense and anti-bullying for children and also coaches a number of competitors with great results in both national and international tournaments in the sport and potential champions.
What Is Gracie Barra
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The benefits of Gracie Barra Brazilian Jiu Jitsu are far reaching and will touch every aspect of your life. At Gracie Barra, our students become leaders. Gracie Barra nurtures your independent thinking, supports your fighting spirit, and helps you achieve your personal BJJ goals. Through GB BJJ, you will begin to understand yourself, on and off the mats, in ways you never imagined.
Programs
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From self-defense training to anti-bullying techniques for children, our San Diego training programs aim to teach respect, discipline, integrity, and perseverance in the face of challenges both on and off the mat. At Gracie Barra, we believe in giving our students the tools they need to defend themselves in any given situation.
Future Champions
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To excel in any endeavor, individuals need to have a strong set of values and a solid character that gives them perseverance to achieve his or her goals. The Gracie Barra Future Champions Program was created to provide children ages 3-15 with an environment that allows them to experience and understand core values like focus, discipline, persistence, cooperation and respect.
Reviews (9)
Brandon Merrill
Nov 18, 2021
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Anthony Giles
Nov 13, 2021
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Like most people new to Jiu Jitsu I wasn’t exactly sure what to expect…If you are reading this review I imagine you are most likely in the same boat. I’ve attended a couple of training sessions at Gracie Barra San Diego, and it has been fantastic.
I’m a 40+ yr old male who has never done any martial arts before…but that hasn’t been a problem at all. The training sessions are well scaled so you can work on the fundamental moves in the first part of the training session, and then move to more and more action/intensity in the session if you and whoever you are partnered up with desireâ€
I’m a 40+ yr old male who has never done any martial arts before…but that hasn’t been a problem at all. The training sessions are well scaled so you can work on the fundamental moves in the first part of the training session, and then move to more and more action/intensity in the session if you and whoever you are partnered up with desireâ€
Michael McElroy
Oct 26, 2021
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Upon my first time visiting the gym, everyone was very friendly and welcoming! I did not feel like an outsider whatsoever. I was paired with a black belt / professor Shad who was awesome, went easy on me and made my first day quite fun. Dani at the front desk was also very friendly, nice and helpful in getting me anything I needed. The head instructor, Professor Ale, was also very welcoming and clearly eager to aid any newcomers. Would definitely recommend Gracie Barra to anyone!
D. O.
Sep 19, 2021
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Outstanding community led by a world class instructor in Prof. Ogawa. I've been going here for about 3 months and the environment could not be more welcoming, clean, professional, or fun. The classes meet you where you are to provide a challenging yet safe experience. I was expecting I would need to "shop around" but I got lucky and found my jiu-jitsu home on the first try.
Edmund Justin
Jul 30, 2021
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Bella is soooo happy to be back in the gym, continuing her Jiu Jitsu journey after a year off from Covid! I’ve been getting a lot of advice lately about trying different gyms to see what fits best so we decided to give #GracieBarraSanDiego a try and I couldn’t be more impressed with their style. It’s loud, its spacious and airy, it’s fun, the kids are all sweet and the instructors, Professor Alex, coach Dani and coach Bernardo are SUPER engaged! The kids are way into it! They even do family rolls on Saturday morning so mom and dad can join in the fun, kick some baby butt and not worry about
Bryan Smith
Jun 26, 2021
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This is an incredible school with excellent teachers and leadership. My 5 year old son is enrolled and it is clearly having a positive impact on him. He looks forward to every class and is learning while having fun. The class is much more than just BJJ technique, it is a path for growth and personal development far beyond what I was expecting. The classes are skillfully run and i am amazed at the quality of instruction and breadth of skills that are being developed. I highly recommend this studio for anyone considering for themselves or their kids.
Rocky Beam
May 26, 2021
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I first went to a free trial class at Gracie Barra with a friend of mine. It was super easy to set up, called and spoke with Professor Ogawa who was awesome and answered all of my questions. They provided a loaner Gi and everything at the gym was nice and clean. The professor, coaches and fellow students were all so kind and helpful! I loved my first class and decided to do a trial parents & kids class with my 7 yr old and we had a great time so we both signed up. They have an open schedule with classes everyday that you can just show up to when it fits your schedule. Different times for different
Justbygianna Justbygianna
Apr 14, 2021
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I can not brag enough about this school and the staff!!
Joining Gracie Barra in Clairemont is easily one of the best decisions I made for my son and I! Professor is so knowledgeable, informative, talented and kind! Dani, at the front desk was amazing from our very first phone call to seeing her every class. The facility is always clean and they have changing rooms! The location is central, easy to find and has tons of parking!
I look forward to every single class, learning something new, challenging my self and improving my skills in BJJ.
HIGHLY RECOMMEND trying Gracie Barra in Clairemont!
Joining Gracie Barra in Clairemont is easily one of the best decisions I made for my son and I! Professor is so knowledgeable, informative, talented and kind! Dani, at the front desk was amazing from our very first phone call to seeing her every class. The facility is always clean and they have changing rooms! The location is central, easy to find and has tons of parking!
I look forward to every single class, learning something new, challenging my self and improving my skills in BJJ.
HIGHLY RECOMMEND trying Gracie Barra in Clairemont!
Jeni Park
Jun 14, 2016
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Highly recommend!
Teaches kids self discipline, leadership, anti-bullying tactics (real world scenarios and what to do), self defense, respect, and no quitting attitude.
Professor Ale is an awesome professor! He's great with kids and my girls look up to him. His wife Patricia works the front desk and she is so kind and humble :)
Teaches kids self discipline, leadership, anti-bullying tactics (real world scenarios and what to do), self defense, respect, and no quitting attitude.
Professor Ale is an awesome professor! He's great with kids and my girls look up to him. His wife Patricia works the front desk and she is so kind and humble :)
