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Gracie Barra Georgia
5 ★★★★★ 68 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Acworth, Georgia
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
- 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 graciebarra.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (770) 485-2403
Hours
| Monday | 2–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 7:30–11:30 AM, 3:30–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30–7:30 AM, 10 AM–1 PM, 3:30–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30–11:30 AM, 3:30–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30–7:30 AM, 10 AM–1 PM, 4:30–7:30 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | 12:30–3 PM |
The classes they run
“As a parent, finding the right environment for my children's extracurricular activities is paramount, which is why I can not recommend Gracie Barra GA Jiu Jitsu enough.”
“) to see the coaches continuing to compete and pursue their own goals, showing firsthand what dedication, hard work, and perseverance look like.”
“Amazing place to teach our children how to learn self defense, discipline and fair competition.”
“Whether your child is a beginner or more advanced, there are classes tailored to their skill level, ensuring continuous progress and development.”
What members say
“Great instructors, very welcoming, and a professional training environment.”
“The students were also very friendly and welcoming, and I felt like I was part of the community right away!”
“I recently visited Gracie Barra Georgia while on a work trip, and I was very impressed with the warm and friendly atmosphere.”
“One of my favorite things is the variety — different teachers, different training partners, and a wide range of techniques that keep things fresh and help you grow fast.”
“Our kids have gained so much confidence, discipline, and resilience since starting jiu-jitsu, and we’ve seen those lessons carry over into everyday life.”
“) to see the coaches continuing to compete and pursue their own goals, showing firsthand what dedication, hard work, and perseverance look like.”
From the reviews
black belt owned gym! Excellent instructors for kid and adult classes ! Challenging, fun and team oriented! We love being part of the Rise Up Gracie Barra Family. For the most they all have good background ✔️ check.
Amazing place to teach our children how to learn self defense, discipline and fair competition. All the coaches are very good and have so much love with the kids. I highly recommend this place.
As a parent, finding the right environment for my children's extracurricular activities is paramount, which is why I can not recommend Gracie Barra GA Jiu Jitsu enough. From the moment we walked in, the warm atmosphere and welcoming staff put us at ease.
I recently visited Gracie Barra Georgia while on a work trip, and I was very impressed with the warm and friendly atmosphere. The instructors were all knowledgeable and patient, and they took the time to explain the techniques in a way that we all could understand.
New to BJJ? Start at Gracie Barra Georgia
Gracie Barra Georgia 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 Georgia
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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