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Gracie Barra Cedar Hill
4.9 ★★★★★ 87 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Cedar Hill, 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
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule gbcedarhill.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (972) 207-1909
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 7–8:30 AM, 11 AM–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7–8:30 AM, 11 AM–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I’ve reviewed this gym before as a parent of a participant, but I just did my first family class with my kids and husband this past weekend and had the best time!”
“Whether you're looking to improve your fitness, learn self-defense, or compete at a high level, Gracie Barra Cedar Hill is the place to be.”
“Whether you're looking to improve your fitness, learn self-defense, or compete at a high level, Gracie Barra Cedar Hill is the place to be.”
“Gracie Barra Cedar Hill feels focused on creating a welcoming environment for beginners and seasoned practitioners alike.”
Other martial arts here
“I’ve regularly attended both the wrestling and jujitsu classes and have gained a ton of practical knowledge.”
What members say
“The professor is extremely knowledgeable and professional and has cultivated a welcoming environment for members of all ages and skill levels.”
“In a nutshell, Gracie Barra Cedar Hill offers a welcoming community, hands-on coaching, clean facilities, and a well-rounded training philosophy.”
“I’ve reviewed this gym before as a parent of a participant, but I just did my first family class with my kids and husband this past weekend and had the best time!”
“Professor Arnoldo is great with kids and that alone is worth it, he’s patient and takes the time to actually teach the kids.”
“I choose to return to this gym over the competition because of the amazing teaching style and focus on safety and practicality of the moves.”
“one day In may drove by and saw the Gracie Barra sign because I recognized the name I stopped went in and spoke to professor Arnoldo.”
From the reviews
one day In may drove by and saw the Gracie Barra sign because I recognized the name I stopped went in and spoke to professor Arnoldo. He told me to bring my Daughter to try it out free for a week . well after the first class my daughter insisted that I sign up so she could get her Gi.
Both my husband and son take lessons here. We absolutely love the environment. It truly feels like a family environment. The professor is great! He will sit and talk about anything when he is not teaching, which means he really cares about the people who come into the gym.
I recently trained at Gracie Barra Cedar Hill while I was in Dallas, and it left a lasting impression. Being a blue belt with a couple of years in BJJ, I have a good sense of what works, and this place definitely fits the bill. The atmosphere was friendly and inviting, making me feel right at home.
I’ve reviewed this gym before as a parent of a participant, but I just did my first family class with my kids and husband this past weekend and had the best time! Prof Arnaldo helped our family learn how to protect ourselves and we had so much fun doing it together.
New to BJJ? Start at Gracie Barra Cedar Hill
Gracie Barra Cedar Hill 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 Cedar Hill
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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