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Gracie Barra Marana
5 ★★★★★ 16 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Marana, Arizona
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 3–15) — 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
- 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 gbmarana.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 520-495-3888
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 11 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 6:30 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 11 am–9 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 9 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My son looks forward to going to class, and the instructors are patient, encouraging, and truly invested in helping kids grow in confidence, discipline, and respect.”
“Whether you're looking to compete, get in shape, or simply learn something new, this is an incredible place to train.”
“Students of all skill levels are encouraged to learn proper techniques in their classes through one-on-one positive reinforcement while keeping it fun.”
“Students of all skill levels are encouraged to learn proper techniques in their classes through one-on-one positive reinforcement while keeping it fun.”
What members say
“The professor and coaches are amazing here (Tangerine and Thornydale location)!”
“The classes are well-structured, the training environment is safe and respectful, and the team has created a supportive community that feels like family.”
“Absolutely amazing both of my daughters attend here and they just love it.”
“My son looks forward to going to class, and the instructors are patient, encouraging, and truly invested in helping kids grow in confidence, discipline, and respect.”
From the reviews
I can't say enough great things about this place. From day one, everyone made my child feel welcome, regardless of his experience level. The instructors are knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely invested in helping every student improve.
We couldn’t be happier with Gracie Barra Marana. My son looks forward to going to class, and the instructors are patient, encouraging, and truly invested in helping kids grow in confidence, discipline, and respect. It’s a welcoming environment with excellent coaching.
The professor and coaches are amazing here (Tangerine and Thornydale location)! Greatly structured and welcoming, especially for my 9 year old and his friend. One knock, needs more seating and space for spectators (family), very tight to maneuver around when more than 10 or more onlookers.
We are new here but all the instructors have been great so far! We’ve also been working with the staff for payment and gis and they’ve been so very helpful. We switched from a studio that wasn’t as /structured. They’re very attentive and family friendly!
New to BJJ? Start at Gracie Barra Marana
Gracie Barra Marana 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 Marana
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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