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Gracie Barra Chandler Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 133 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Chandler, Arizona
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 (ages 4–15) — 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
- 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 gbchandler.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 928-612-3939
Hours
| Monday | 10 am–1 pm, 4–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 7–8:30 am, 3:30–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 10 am–1:30 pm, 3:30–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 7–8:30 am, 3:30–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 11:30 am–1:30 pm, 4:30–8 pm |
| Saturday | 8:30 am–1:30 pm |
| Sunday | 10–11:30 am |
The classes they run
“When we came in for our trial lesson a few weeks ago for my son everyone was so kind & they guided him 1 on 1 through the entire lesson which I really appreciated.”
“I’ve been training at Gracie Barra Chandler for 10 months doing the women’s classes, and it’s been an amazing experience.”
“The kids competition team is a very high-level competition team that will challenge and improve your kids’ skills and performance.”
“When we came in for our trial lesson a few weeks ago for my son everyone was so kind & they guided him 1 on 1 through the entire lesson which I really appreciated.”
“I have moved around with work through the years and have trained at number of different schools, with varying styles of sport and self defense jiu jitsu.”
“Professor Piu does an amazing job teaching the fundamentals of BJJ to beginners and preparing his higher level students for competition.”
What members say
“Top-Tier Instructors & Training Quality Gracie Barra Chandler is led by experienced black belt instructors like Professor Paulo “Piu” Freire and Professor Lucas Castro.”
“The level in which the professors and coaches interact with the children is so welcoming and the level at what they teach at, is world class.”
“The positive atmosphere and the friendships I’ve built along the way have made this more than just a gym – it’s a place where we truly feel like part of a family.”
“Professor Piu does an amazing job teaching the fundamentals of BJJ to beginners and preparing his higher level students for competition.”
“My son loves it so much it’s the perfect outlet for him to get his energy out but he also has learned how to focus more among other things.”
“Professor Piu does an amazing job teaching the fundamentals of BJJ to beginners and preparing his higher level students for competition.”
From the reviews
Our whole family — my husband, our four kids, and I — trains at Gracie Barra Chandler, and it’s honestly been one of the best decisions we’ve made. We drive nearly 40 miles each way just to train here, and it’s 100% worth it. After training elsewhere, we instantly felt the difference.
I’ve been training at Gracie Barra Chandler for two years now, and I absolutely love it! The atmosphere is welcoming and positive, and the professors and coaches are exceptional. It’s a place of excellence, not just for learning jiu-jitsu but also for meeting new people and making great friends.
Training at Gracie Barra in Chandler has been an incredible experience for me, and I highly recommend it to anyone considering Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. The instructors are passionate, experienced, and truly dedicated to helping students grow both on and off the mats.
I’ve been training at Gracie Barra Chandler for 10 months doing the women’s classes, and it’s been an amazing experience. From day one, I’ve felt welcomed by both the staff and the community, which has made it easy to stay consistent with my training.
New to BJJ? Start at Gracie Barra Chandler Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Gracie Barra Chandler Brazilian Jiu Jitsu 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 Chandler Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
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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