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Gracie Barra Buda
5 ★★★★★ 32 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Buda, Texas
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
- Women's classes dedicated women's BJJ classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- 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
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule gbbuda.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (512) 400-1691
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–12 AM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My son has been training here for about 10 months and it is one of the best things that has ever happened to him.”
“I would like to see more of the self defense and women’s empowerment portion.”
“GREAT TEACHING, TONS OF RESPECT FOR ALL LEVELS, AND A VERY ENCOURAGING ENVIRONMENT!”
Other martial arts here
“I attended a Muay Thai class after taking boxing classes for two years.”
“I attended a Muay Thai class after taking boxing classes for two years.”
What members say
“Professor Lance is a great instructor and also a great example of how starting and sticking with BJJ can only benefit your life.”
“GREAT TEACHING, TONS OF RESPECT FOR ALL LEVELS, AND A VERY ENCOURAGING ENVIRONMENT!”
“The professors are incredibly supportive, and their leadership sets the tone for a focused, respectful, and motivating training environment.”
“The professors are firm, but kind; the other students are very helpful to new students, and best of all, our son is learning discipline and the art of jujitsu.”
“Gracie Barra Buda is an outstanding gym with top-tier instruction and a great team atmosphere.”
“GB Buda provides a clean and safe environment to learn, and the professors and coaches are excellent.”
From the reviews
My son has been training here for about 10 months and it is one of the best things that has ever happened to him. He was being pushed around in middle school and was not confident enough to stand up for himself. EVERYTHING has changed for him now and he is a completely different kid.
Alright alright, I can't take it anymore. My old review just doesn't show how much love I've got for these people. My old review said "Relaxed environment. Challenging and fun classes.". My NEW review goes like this. No matter who you are, how old you are, or what you are, you will feel at home here.
Gracie Barra Buda is a hidden gem! The moment you walk through the doors, you feel the sense of community and respect that Professor Dande has cultivated. He has a gift for making everyone—from kids to adults—feel empowered and capable.
I CAN NOT SAY ENOUGH GREAT THINGS ABOUT G.B OF BUDA, IT'S A PLACE KIDS CAN GROW AND LEARN, THE INSTRUCTORS ARE THE VERY BEST! YOU GET A BIG BANG FOR YOUR HARD EARNED MONEY, THE TIME YOU GET FOR YOUR KIDS IS WORTH MUCH MORE THEN WHAT YOU PAY! IN THESE TIMES EVERYTHING COST TO MUCH FOR TOO LITTLE BUT NOT AT GRACIE BARRA!
New to BJJ? Start at Gracie Barra Buda
Gracie Barra Buda 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 Gracie Barra Buda
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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