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Gracie Barra Chesterfield Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Self Defense
5 ★★★★★ 113 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Chesterfield, Missouri
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 7–15) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Women's classes dedicated women's BJJ classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule gbchesterfield.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (314) 861-9635
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 3–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 3–9 PM |
| Friday | 12–8 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Professor Kyle and Coach Alyssa are so patient with the kids, and also redirect them as needed to treat the children equally.”
“I primarily attend the adult beginner classes, which are fantastic, but one of the standout highlights for me is the women’s class led by Alyssa.”
“Beyond learning self-defense and having fun, the classes have helped tremendously with anxiety, discipline, confidence, and emotional regulation.”
“I primarily attend the adult beginner classes, which are fantastic, but one of the standout highlights for me is the women’s class led by Alyssa.”
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What members say
“I tried a free BJJ class tonight and I was a little nervous at first being the youngest one and the only other girl there but everyone was super welcoming and nice!”
“The classes are always well-structured, and the instructors are highly knowledgeable and incredibly helpful with any questions you may have — all while being genuinely friendly.”
“The instructors are really inclusive and teach technique that can actually help with self-defense.”
“It’s a fun, empowering way to meet new people, get a great workout, and learn valuable self-defense skills.”
“We are so impressed with the progress our son has made in only a few months. His confidence level, self control, and knowledge of proper self defense.”
“We cannot say enough great things about our experience with Gracie Barra Chesterfield Jiu Jitsu classes for our kids!”
From the reviews
I took my 8-year-old son here for a free trial class almost a year ago and neither of us knew what to expect. The first class went great -- he absolutely loved it and has been attending class (enthusiastically!) several times a week ever since. What makes this place great is the instructors.
Gracie Barra Chesterfield is an excellent Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and self-defense school. Both of my kids train here and absolutely love it. The instructors are patient, knowledgeable, and great with children, creating an environment where they can learn new skills, build confidence, and develop discipline while having…
We are so impressed with the progress our son has made in only a few months. His confidence level, self control, and knowledge of proper self defense. Professor Kyle and Coach Alyssa are so patient with the kids, and also redirect them as needed to treat the children equally.
This gym has a great atmosphere, it's newer and I feel that adds to the experience of learning together as a team. Everybody I've rolled with is polite knowledgeable and has a bit of a competitive spirit. I've trained at other Barra gyms and this one seems the most welcoming. I really get a lot out of every class.
New to BJJ? Start at Gracie Barra Chesterfield Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Self Defense
Gracie Barra Chesterfield Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Self Defense 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 Chesterfield Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and 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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