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Gracie Barra

4.6 ★★★★★ 132 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Katy, Texas

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BJJ gym Free trial Affiliated Kids & teens Private lessons Competition team

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
  • 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
  • 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 graciebarrakaty.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 281-647-6621

Hours

Monday 10 am–9 pm
Tuesday 6:30 am–9 pm
Wednesday 10 am–9 pm
Thursday 6:30 am–9 pm
Friday 12–7:30 pm
Saturday 9 am–1 pm
Sunday 9 am–1 pm

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, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 14 mentions

“My family goes there as well for other things such as kickboxing and the kids classes- just all around the perfect place for anyone to be if they want to do this.”

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💪 Women's BJJ

“Until a year ago I would have never DARED to walk into a BJJ gym but now that Gracie Barra Katy has a all-women's class option I now feel comfortable to do so.”

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🏆 Competition Team

“Whether you are looking for a good work out, some self defense training, or want to compete at the highest levels you have come to the right place!”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 4 mentions

“Whether you are looking for a good work out, some self defense training, or want to compete at the highest levels you have come to the right place!”

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Other martial arts here

BJJ gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at Gracie Barra — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🏟️ MMA

“I would recommend this place to anything considering BJJ, Kick Boxing, Wrestling and or MMA!”

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🥊 Boxing

“I would recommend this place to anything considering BJJ, Kick Boxing, Wrestling and or MMA!”

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🦵 Kickboxing 2 mentions

“My family goes there as well for other things such as kickboxing and the kids classes- just all around the perfect place for anyone to be if they want to do this.”

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🤸 Wrestling

“I would recommend this place to anything considering BJJ, Kick Boxing, Wrestling and or MMA!”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want MMA, muay thai, or wrestling alongside your BJJ, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 132 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 2 mentions

“Rick and Lu are amazing, and of course my professor and coach (Lisa and Mason) are amazing as well.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 3 mentions

“Each instructor is just as comfortable teaching a kid or adult who is trying this for the first time to refining the game of some of Katy's finest athletes.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 11 mentions

“My family goes there as well for other things such as kickboxing and the kids classes- just all around the perfect place for anyone to be if they want to do this.”

🎖️ legit lineage & affiliation 11 mentions

“Until a year ago I would have never DARED to walk into a BJJ gym but now that Gracie Barra Katy has a all-women's class option I now feel comfortable to do so.”

💗 welcoming to women 2 mentions

“Until a year ago I would have never DARED to walk into a BJJ gym but now that Gracie Barra Katy has a all-women's class option I now feel comfortable to do so.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 5 mentions

“One of the best decisions I made as a parent for my son Paris Lee Moran development, growth and discipline healthy lifestyle GB Katy's instructors (Prof.”

From the reviews

My 5 year old granddaughter loves coming here. The professors and staff work so well with the little kids. I can tell she is becoming more confident and just has so much fun learning and interacting. Highly recommend.

★★★★★ — Lori, Feb 2023

One of the best decisions I made as a parent for my son Paris Lee Moran development, growth and discipline healthy lifestyle GB Katy's instructors (Prof. Chris, Alex, Aaron ,Paul) are first class, and their facility is unbeatable. The owners are very professional and treat everyone like family.

★★★★★ — Paul, Jun 2016

Until a year ago I would have never DARED to walk into a BJJ gym but now that Gracie Barra Katy has a all-women's class option I now feel comfortable to do so. This past year has been so great- I have learned things I never thought I would. I am so glad that I did this for myself and only wished I did this sooner.

★★★★★ — Doctor, May 2022

I started my kids in Jiu Jitsu in February and they instantly loved it. Coach muhammad and Professor mango are awesome at teaching and you can tell they love what they do. I saw such an amazing transformation with my kids’ focus in school after just one week of classes and I soon thereafter joined the gym as well.

★★★★★ — Alex, Aug 2018

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Your first BJJ class at Gracie Barra

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

21734 Provincial Blvd, Katy, TX77450

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