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Gracie Barra Aventura Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Self Defense
4.9 ★★★★★ 156 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Aventura, Florida
Part of Gracie Barra
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
- Open mat open-mat rolling sessions for members to practice live — always optional and at your own pace
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule gbaventura.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (954) 589-2263
Hours
| Monday | 4–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM–1:30 PM, 4–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30–8:30 AM, 4–8 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM–1:30 PM, 4–8 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–12:30 PM |
| Sunday | 8:30–11:30 AM |
The classes they run
“I would like to thank the entire coaching staff and the front desk team for the warm welcome they gave my son.”
“My son became very serious about his practice and attended his first tournament.”
“The atmosphere is welcoming, the staff and coaches are very friendly, and I feel comfortable even as a beginner.”
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What members say
“Professor Cristiano is an excellent instructor — patient, dedicated, and passionate about teaching not only jiu-jitsu techniques but also discipline, respect, and confidence.”
“Additionally, the staff is consistently friendly and supportive, and the academy itself is clean, organized, and very welcoming.”
“From day one, we were welcomed with open arms—the atmosphere is so warm and genuine that it truly feels like we’ve gained a second family.”
“The instructors not only teach the technique but also engage with the kids, talk to them at the end of each class, transmit the philosophy of the fight and other wise life ideas.”
“We are extremely pleased with our son’s progress. The discipline, dedication, and knowledge demonstrated by the coaches have gone far beyond our expectations.”
“My son became very serious about his practice and attended his first tournament.”
From the reviews
My son has tried several Jiu-Jitsu schools before finding a perfect fit with Gracie Barra. Prior to joining, he was a gentle and kind-hearted boy, though lacking self-confidence, often referred to as a "teddy bear" by others. Within about four months of practicing at Gracie Barra, we observed a profound transformation.
I recently started training at Gracie Barra Aventura and so far it’s been a really positive experience. The atmosphere is welcoming, the staff and coaches are very friendly, and I feel comfortable even as a beginner.
Our family feels incredibly blessed to be a part of this amazing Jiu Jitsu school. From the moment we walked in, we were welcomed with open arms by not only the incredible professors and staff, but also the kind, supportive, and inspiring families that make up this community.
Going to Gracie Barra Aventura with my nephew has been one of the best decisions we've ever made. From day one, we were welcomed with open arms—the atmosphere is so warm and genuine that it truly feels like we’ve gained a second family.
New to BJJ? Start at Gracie Barra Aventura Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Self Defense
Gracie Barra Aventura Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Self Defense comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. 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 Gracie Barra Aventura Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Self Defense
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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