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Gracie Barra Davie
4.9 ★★★★★ 60 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Davie, 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
- Women's classes dedicated women's BJJ classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule gbdavie.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 954-501-0551
Hours
| Monday | 6–7:30 am, 12–1:30 pm, 4–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 6–7:30 am, 4–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 6–7:30 am, 12–1:30 pm, 4–9 pm |
| Thursday | 6–7:30 am, 4–8 pm |
| Friday | 6–7:30 am, 12–1:30 pm, 4–9 pm |
| Saturday | 10–11:30 am |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My son was not sticking to any sport, and it is amazing to see how his self confidence, and discipline have improved since he started.”
“Whether you're a beginner or an experienced practitioner, this gym offers an outstanding training experience.”
What members say
“Amazing coaching and incredible training partners have turned this place into a second family for me.”
“By far the most amazing, welcoming, and friendly Gracie Barra school we have ever been to.”
“I don't even want to use the word staff because they treat everyone like family and make sure everyone is taken care of and safe.”
“They provide detailed instructions and are always willing to go the extra mile to help us improve.”
“My son gained so much confidence and made life long friendships.”
“I had the chance to visit and train at Gracie Barra Davie while I was in the area, and it was an amazing experience.”
From the reviews
I've been training at GB Davie for over 2 years now, and I couldn't be more pleased with my experience. The coaches are incredibly knowledgeable and genuinely care about the progress of each student. They provide detailed instructions and are always willing to go the extra mile to help us improve.
I am more than grateful to have found this place for my son, it is not just Jiu Jit that the children learn there, they also learn good manners, respect, discipline, they prepare them for the dangers they may face in daily life. and self-confidence. They have a lot of patience, I highly recommend Gracie Barra Davie !
We recently enrolled our 4 year old daughter in GB Davie and have been to all of her classes to see her acclamate. She is having alot of fun and learning Jiu Jitsu at the same time, as well as responsibility, consistancy, respect, and many other very important lessons.
What a great start! My 7yr old son and 5 yr old daughter have been having a blast. The owners Leslie and Brad are the nicest people and truly care about thier students. You don't feel like just another number here. I would highly recommend it to anyone who wants to start out. They make you feel right at home.
New to BJJ? Start at Gracie Barra Davie
Gracie Barra Davie 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 Davie
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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