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Carlson Gracie DFW - Jiu-Jitsu & Martial Arts in Lewisville
4.9 ★★★★★ 143 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Lewisville, Texas
Part of Carlson Gracie
Affiliated academy — reviews and the gym's own info point to a recognized BJJ lineage or affiliation (think Gracie Barra, 10th Planet, Renzo Gracie, Alliance, Atos or Checkmat). If lineage matters to you, ask which affiliation the academy belongs to and under whom the head instructor earned their black belt.
Plan your first class
- Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- No-gi no-gi grappling classes — training in a rashguard and shorts, with faster scrambles and a natural bridge to MMA
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule carlsongraciedfw.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (469) 744-0806
Hours
| Monday | 6:30–7:30 AM, 11:30 AM–1:30 PM, 4–9:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 10:30 AM–1:30 PM, 4:30–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30–7:30 AM, 11:30 AM–1:30 PM, 4–9:30 PM |
| Thursday | 10:30 AM–1:30 PM, 4:30–9 PM |
| Friday | 6:30–7:30 AM, 11:30 AM–1:30 PM, 4:30–7:30 PM |
| Saturday | 8:30 AM–12:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My daughter is currently training at this jiu-jitsu school, and it has been an amazing experience for her.”
“These are world class competitors.”
“The team culture is strong, the instruction is solid, and the academy really does a great job accommodating everyone — whether your goal is fitness, self-defense, or competition.”
“My wife and I joined Carlson Gracie a few weeks ago as complete beginners in our 40s and 50s, and we couldn’t be happier with our experience.”
Other martial arts here
“Professor Andrea and Lucas explain things in a way that actually clicks, and Coach Chad’s Muay Thai classes always push me but still keep it fun.”
What members say
“You’ll train under some of the best instructors in the art, while building new skills, meaningful friendships, and a strong sense of camaraderie with your teammates.”
“My wife and I joined Carlson Gracie a few weeks ago as complete beginners in our 40s and 50s, and we couldn’t be happier with our experience.”
“From day one, the treatment has been excellent: a very respectful, friendly, and motivating environment where everyone, regardless of their level, feels welcome.”
“The instructors demonstrate a high level of professionalism and knowledge, always attentive to details and focused on helping each student progress at their own pace.”
“Professors Andre and Lucas give everything they have to their students and my son loves them!”
“The team culture is strong, the instruction is solid, and the academy really does a great job accommodating everyone — whether your goal is fitness, self-defense, or competition.”
From the reviews
My wife found this gym in 2021 as we wanted to get our Son into a Martial Art addressing focus issues. Little did we know, our family found our home on the first attempt exploring options. The gym itself and staff is exceptional.
I am 44 years old, never done Jiu Jitsu at all. I walked into the gym for a trial class and everyone was just so friendly and welcoming. I am now several classes in, and all the instructors, and members I have come in contact with have been nothing but helpful, warm, patient, and welcoming.
My wife and I joined Carlson Gracie a few weeks ago as complete beginners in our 40s and 50s, and we couldn’t be happier with our experience. The instructors are incredibly welcoming, patient, and professional.
I’ve been with Carlson Gracie Lewisville almost 3 years now practicing Brazilian Jiu Jistu and it is such a great experience . The team at Carlson Gracie is so helpful and the coaching is great. For anyone who wants to practice Jiu Jistu or Mauy Thai I would highly recommend this location.
New to BJJ? Start at Carlson Gracie DFW - Jiu-Jitsu & Martial Arts in Lewisville
Carlson Gracie DFW - Jiu-Jitsu & Martial Arts in Lewisville comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. If you've never rolled or set foot on a mat, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard rolling — reputable gyms build fundamentals (positions, escapes, and basic submissions) for weeks, live rolling eases in gradually, and tapping early keeps every roll safe. Third, all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out, and leave your ego at the door. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first BJJ class at Carlson Gracie DFW - Jiu-Jitsu & Martial Arts in Lewisville
Nervous about walking into a BJJ gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling basic positions and escapes with a partner — not hard sparring. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: athletic wear you can move in (or a gi if you have one); you'll train barefoot on the mats. What to bring: water and a mouthguard if you have one — many gyms lend a loaner gi for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gi (or a rashguard and shorts for no-gi) and a mouthguard. Live rolling eases in gradually, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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