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Gracie Barra Crestview
5 ★★★★★ 58 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Crestview, Florida
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 +1 850-634-7248
Hours
| Monday | 11 am–12 pm, 4–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 11 am–12 pm, 4:30–7:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 11 am–12 pm, 4–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 11 am–12 pm, 4:30–7:30 pm |
| Friday | 6–7:30 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The instructors are fantastic with both children and adults, making sure to provide a safe and supportive environment for everyone.”
“Regardless of whether you compete or practice for leisure, Gracie Barra is a superior choice.”
“They are learning discipline, respect, and self-defense techniques all while having a blast.”
“All the professors and higher belts are great at breaking down lessons to all levels old man to elementary age.”
Other martial arts here
“It started with our kids doing classes, now our entire family do a mix of Wrestling, BJJ and MMA, all under one roof.”
“It started with our kids doing classes, now our entire family do a mix of Wrestling, BJJ and MMA, all under one roof.”
What members say
“Great gym with great coaches!”
“All the professors and higher belts are great at breaking down lessons to all levels old man to elementary age.”
“The coaches genuinely care, fostering a supportive environment where every kid is encouraged to grow, push their limits, and build character.”
“They’re always willing to explain techniques in detail, making sure everyone feels comfortable and confident, no matter their skill level.”
“Gracie has created a great community to be apart of, everyone there between the coaches and the people who just go all want to see you get better.”
From the reviews
I’ve had an amazing experience at Gracie Barra Crestview. I am definitely grateful for the friends and family I’ve made here through Jiu Jitsu and MMA. This program has definitely changed my life for the better.
Great gym with great coaches!! I’ve learned a lot and met some awesome people here!! Highly recommend!!
This is by far one of the best bjj I've ever been to.We have been going to this ju jitsu gym for about 3 yrs now and have had nothing but positive experiences. The instructors are fantastic with both children and adults, making sure to provide a safe and supportive environment for everyone.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Gracie Barra Crestview is hands down the best place for anyone serious about Jiu Jitsu. The owners are truly passionate about the kids and go all in to support their growth, both on and off the mats. The coaches are top-notch, and their dedication and expertise are unmatched.
New to BJJ? Start at Gracie Barra Crestview
Gracie Barra Crestview 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 Crestview
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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