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Gracie Barra Issaquah
5 ★★★★★ 105 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Issaquah, Washington
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 4–15) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Women's classes dedicated women's BJJ classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- 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
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule gbissaquah.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (425) 526-9906
Hours
| Monday | 11:45 AM–1:15 PM, 4:30–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 4:30–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:45 AM–1:30 PM, 3:30–8 PM |
| Thursday | 4:30–8 PM |
| Friday | 10:45 AM–1:30 PM, 4:30–8 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Their kids program is also incredible, both of my young kids train here and love it, it’s a great environment for them to learn invaluable skills.”
“The culture is welcoming and friendly - I'd recommend this gym for anyone, ranging from beginner to experienced BJJ athletes.”
Other martial arts here
“I have been training at GB Issaquah for many years now and I can't provide enough accolades to the gym, the people, and the jiu-jitsu and boxing/kickboxing programs.”
“I have been training at GB Issaquah for many years now and I can't provide enough accolades to the gym, the people, and the jiu-jitsu and boxing/kickboxing programs.”
What members say
“He's by far the best communicator and teacher I've ever had coach me. He gives great instruction and pays attention during training to teach you how to get better.”
“Jason and Jarred are exceptional coaches, the class structure makes BJJ easy to grasp, and the community is super friendly and welcoming.”
“Jason and Jarred are exceptional coaches, the class structure makes BJJ easy to grasp, and the community is super friendly and welcoming.”
“Technique is explained clearly, questions are always encouraged, and they genuinely invest in every student’s progress.”
“Their kids program is also incredible, both of my young kids train here and love it, it’s a great environment for them to learn invaluable skills.”
From the reviews
I have been training at GB Issaquah for many years now and I can't provide enough accolades to the gym, the people, and the jiu-jitsu and boxing/kickboxing programs.
Our family absolutely loves training at the Gracie Barra Issaquah gym. It’s a truly family-oriented environment where all of us, my kids and myself have thrived. My kiddos have gained so much confidence both on and off the mat, thanks to the supportive and encouraging professors.
Been training here for 2 years and still look forward to going every week. Jason and Jarred are exceptional coaches, the class structure makes BJJ easy to grasp, and the community is super friendly and welcoming. Great place to train!
My son has been taking classes here for almost 2 years now. Professor Jarred is awesome and so is coach Matt along with all the helper coaches. Great, strong kids program.
New to BJJ? Start at Gracie Barra Issaquah
Gracie Barra Issaquah 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 Issaquah
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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