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Gracie Barra Bellevue
4.8 ★★★★★ 90 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Redmond, Washington
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
- 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
- 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 graciebarra.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 425-753-8288
Hours
| Monday | 4–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 11:30 am–2 pm, 4–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 4–9 pm |
| Thursday | 11:30 am–2 pm, 4–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 6:30–8 am, 5–8:30 pm |
| Saturday | 9:30 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | 10 am–12 pm |
The classes they run
“From kids classes to adult competition classes the level of instruction and attention to detail is superb - an absolute friendly environment to train hard and have fun.”
“From kids classes to adult competition classes the level of instruction and attention to detail is superb - an absolute friendly environment to train hard and have fun.”
What members say
“The higher level belts are super friendly and welcoming to newbies and the teaching from professor Carlos and the other instructors is superb!”
“From kids classes to adult competition classes the level of instruction and attention to detail is superb - an absolute friendly environment to train hard and have fun.”
“As a novice in BJJ with only previous striking experience I am thoroughly enjoying my training here at Gracie Barra.”
“Not only do they focus on the physical aspects of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, but they also instill values such as respect, discipline, and perseverance in the kids.”
From the reviews
Gracie Barra Bellevue is hands down the best. Professor Carlos is an incredible person and loves to help everyone no matter if its your first class or you have been training for years. I am new to Jiujitsu and Professor Carlos and the staff have made it a very non intimidating and friendly experience.
This is the best Jiu-Jitsu dojo in town! Our 9-year-old has been training here for three years, and we couldn’t be happier. Carlos Sensei is the perfect mix of kind and tough—exactly the type of mentor you want guiding your kids. Plus, the free coffee is a great bonus for parents waiting 😁
I started coming here 2 weeks ago and I love it! The higher level belts are super friendly and welcoming to newbies and the teaching from professor Carlos and the other instructors is superb! If you’re considering joining a martial arts gym or a bjj gym specifically, I’d recommend you try this one!
Both my kids go to Gracie Barra Bellevue and they absolutely love it here. The coaches are super welcoming and supportive. The professors and coaches strike the perfect balance between being friendly and professional, creating a positive environment that encourages students to excel and grow.
New to BJJ? Start at Gracie Barra Bellevue
Gracie Barra Bellevue 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 Bellevue
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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