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Gracie Barra Hialeah Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

4.9 ★★★★★ 85 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Hialeah, Florida

Part of Gracie Barra

BJJ gym Free trial Affiliated Beginners welcome Kids & teens

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 graciebarrahialeah.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (786) 835-3888

Hours

Monday 6:30–7:30 AM, 12–1 PM, 2–9 PM
Tuesday 6:30–7:30 AM, 12–1 PM, 2–8 PM
Wednesday 6:30–7:30 AM, 12–1 PM, 2–9 PM
Thursday 6:30–7:30 AM, 12–1 PM, 2–9 PM
Friday 6:30–7:30 AM, 12–1 PM, 2–8 PM
Saturday 11 AM–12 PM
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, seminars, and open-gym times — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

BJJ classes on the schedule at Gracie Barra Hialeah Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 24 mentions

“My son started his little champions Jiu-Jitsu classes a month ago and I have noticed improvement in his confidence.”

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Teens BJJ

“They offer classes for kids, teens and adults.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 3 mentions

“Great place for the kids to learn, not only self defense but respect to others.”

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🌱 Beginners 2 mentions

“You can feel the care offered to each student, from beginners to advanced practitioners.”

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What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 85 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 5 mentions

“Amazing professors, great environment, family focused, everyone and their staff are just outstanding and always so eager to help.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 6 mentions

“From the very first day, I was welcomed with warmth and professionalism, and quickly realized that it is more than just a school — it is a true family.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 21 mentions

“From the very first day, I was welcomed with warmth and professionalism, and quickly realized that it is more than just a school — it is a true family.”

📘 strong technique & fundamentals 2 mentions

“I wholeheartedly recommend Gracie Barra Hialeah and Professor Gleibe to anyone looking to learn Jiu-Jitsu in a place where technique, respect, and family truly come together.”

🧒 strong kids program 4 mentions

“The coaches don't just teach jiu-jitsu, they teach respect among teammates and anti-bullying.”

🎖️ legit lineage & affiliation 13 mentions

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Review – Gracie Barra Hialeah & Professor Gleibe Gracie Barra Hialeah is a truly special place.”

From the reviews

super new jiu jitsu academy in hialeah! wide, and with excellent Professors. a great choice to learn a new sport or practice your skills if you already practice jiu jitsu

★★★★★ — Luana, Jul 2022

As a current student at Gracie Barra Hialeah, and the parent of the student mentioned in a recent review, I feel compelled to share our positive experience with Professor Gleibe Andrade and the academy. From the very beginning, Professor Gleibe has fostered an environment built on respect, discipline, and community.

★★★★★ — Yoenia, Nov 2025

Talk about awesome! This school is a blessing. Great place to train and get better each day. Clean, everything is new, and most importantly the professors are a well of knowledge. Best training partners and can’t say enough great things about this school. Strongly recommend it!

★★★★★ — Meld, Jul 2022

Awesome BJJ school for kids and adults. My 2 kids have been there for almost a year and they are treat like family. Professor Caesar and professor Rafael are great with kids and they are very knowledgeable. Also, Michelle at front desk is always helping with any information that you may need. Highly recommended.

★★★★★ — Laura, Nov 2023

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New to BJJ? Start at Gracie Barra Hialeah Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

Gracie Barra Hialeah 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.

Check beginner classes on their site

Your first BJJ class at Gracie Barra Hialeah 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.

BJJ is a contact sport. Ease in, tap early and often, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Gracie Barra Hialeah Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

1001 W 49th St Ste 6, Hialeah, FL33012

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