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Gracie Barra North Cherokee
5 ★★★★★ 14 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Canton, 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
- 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 +1 770-485-2403
Hours
| Monday | 4:30 am–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 4–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 7–9 am, 4–9 pm |
| Thursday | 4:30–7:30 pm |
| Friday | 7–9 am, 4–7:30 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Great instruction, great for kids and adults all levels!”
“Whether you are an aspiring competitor, someone looking for self-defense, or a place for your child to learn self-defense and discipline Gracie Barra North Cherokee is for you.”
“Whether you are an aspiring competitor, someone looking for self-defense, or a place for your child to learn self-defense and discipline Gracie Barra North Cherokee is for you.”
“I started as a complete beginner and quickly fell in love with Brazilian jiu jitsu and the amazing community fostered by this school.”
What members say
“Over the years I’ve seen him build great teams, train excellent instructors, and genuinely change people’s lives through Jiu-Jitsu.”
“I started as a complete beginner and quickly fell in love with Brazilian jiu jitsu and the amazing community fostered by this school.”
“Furthermore, the atmosphere at Gracie Barra North Cherokee reflects his leadership- welcoming, professional, and motivating.”
“They are committed to fostering a culture of professionalism, respect, and camaraderie while passing down high-quality Jiujitsu techniques.”
“Whether you are an aspiring competitor, someone looking for self-defense, or a place for your child to learn self-defense and discipline Gracie Barra North Cherokee is for you.”
“Whether you are an aspiring competitor, someone looking for self-defense, or a place for your child to learn self-defense and discipline Gracie Barra North Cherokee is for you.”
From the reviews
I do not hesitate to give a five star review to Gracie Barra North Cherokee. I have known Professor Fabio and Professor Marcia for many years. They are very professional but also caring to the needs of their students.
The Gracie Barra Jiujitsu community is truly invaluable. They are committed to fostering a culture of professionalism, respect, and camaraderie while passing down high-quality Jiujitsu techniques.
My family and I have trained under Professors Fabio and Marcia for the last 15+ years. They are a beacon of shining light in a dark and stormy world. As a result of their time and attention that they have given us, we have excelled at numerous world level competitions.
Fábio Costa is a shining example of excellence within the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu community. As a fifth-degree black belt from Gracie Barra North Cherokee, he not only demonstrates exceptional technical knowledge but also a genuine commitment to passing on the core values of the gentle art and discipline, respect, and…
New to BJJ? Start at Gracie Barra North Cherokee
Gracie Barra North Cherokee 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 North Cherokee
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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