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Charles Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy Tracy

4.8 ★★★★★ 70 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Tracy, California

BJJ gym Free trial Affiliated Kids & teens Private lessons

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
  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes (ages 4–15) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Private lessons private, one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule gracietracy.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 209-832-9996

Hours

Monday 3–9 pm
Tuesday 10:30 am–1 pm, 4–9 pm
Wednesday 3–9 pm
Thursday 10:30 am–1 pm, 4–9 pm
Friday 3:40–6:20 pm
Saturday 9:30 am–1 pm
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, seminars, and open-gym times — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

BJJ classes on the schedule at Charles Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy Tracy, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 30 mentions

“We checked out other academies in the area but even my kids chose to train here because of the attention and quality instruction they receive from their professors.”

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👤 Private Lessons

“The instructors are excellent and have really given him a lot of one on one instruction.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 5 mentions

“The confidence and the self defense they have learned is something they will carry for the rest of their lives.”

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What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 70 Google reviews — in their own words.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 4 mentions

“The environment is welcoming and supportive, making it the perfect place for families to train together.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 21 mentions

“Our family has been training at the academy for 3 years now, and we couldn't be happier with our experience.”

📘 strong technique & fundamentals 2 mentions

“Master Charles, as well as the other instructors are incredibly helpful teaching techniques, pointing out any errors, and answering any questions, so you can tighten up your game.”

great workout & conditioning 2 mentions

“It's great exercise, the instructors are awesome and it has built great confidence in my boys.”

🧒 strong kids program 7 mentions

“Our kids look forward to class every week. The confidence and the self defense they have learned is something they will carry for the rest of their lives.”

🎖️ legit lineage & affiliation 26 mentions

“I've been going to Charles Gracie in Tracy for about a year and a half, as well as my 7 year old daughter, and we love absolutely everything about the academy.”

From the reviews

We have been with Charles Gracie Jiu-Jitsu academy in Tracy California for a year. My son is 10 years old and he’s been training for over 5 years. The instruction is well structured to allow students of all ages to learn together quickly.

★★★★★ — Daniel, Aug 2021

Updated Review: 3 years later we're still here! The family still training till this day. Grateful to be part of the amazing tracy academy. We have 5 family members training here and will be 6 once our youngest becomes of age. The environment from our team mates and professors are amazing.

★★★★★ — Jeff, May 2024

Our family has been with the Gracie's for about 10 years. Both my daughters have been training with them since the age of 5. Throughout their time there, they have created a deep-rooted community of like-minded individuals who want to improve not only their physical health, but also surround themselves with positive,…

★★★★★ — Matthew, May 2024

My family has been going to the Charles Gracie Jiu-jitsu Academy in Tracy since they first opened. I can absolutely say We LOVE this place! Jiu-jitsu is incredible! Such a welcoming and positive environment. The instructors are friendly and inspiring.

★★★★★ — Shanna, May 2019

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Your first BJJ class at Charles Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy Tracy

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.

BJJ is a contact sport. Ease in, tap early and often, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Charles Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy Tracy

1005 E Pescadero Ave #149, Tracy, CA95304

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