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Gracie Barra Ocotillo Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 119 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Gilbert, 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 — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Women's classes dedicated women's BJJ classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- 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 gilbertjiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (480) 512-9177
Hours
| Monday | 4–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 4–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 4–8 PM |
| Thursday | 4–8 PM |
| Friday | 10–11:30 AM |
| Saturday | 9–11 AM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“He takes the time to connect with the kids on a personal level, and it’s clear he’s passionate about helping them grow both on and off the mat.”
“My 10 year-old confidence and strength has grown in only a few weeks and I am joining the women’s class too.”
“My son has received so much encouragement and has thrived in his BJJ skills, that he is now a member of their Competition Team.”
“They create a fun, safe, and supportive environment where kids can build confidence, discipline, and respect while learning valuable self-defense skills.”
“(The first time my oldest was put in a choke hold position, the coach was right there, laying on the floor right next to him, talking him through exactly what to do.”
What members say
“(The first time my oldest was put in a choke hold position, the coach was right there, laying on the floor right next to him, talking him through exactly what to do.”
“The training was fantastic, the team was great to roll with, and if I lived here and wasn’t just visiting family, I would DEFINITELY be making this my new home gym.”
“Since starting classes over a year ago, we've seen immense improvements in my daughter's skill and ability. Her confidence has grown by leaps and bounds.”
“My son has received so much encouragement and has thrived in his BJJ skills, that he is now a member of their Competition Team.”
“UPDATE: 4/11/25: Two of my children attend Gracie Barra Ocotillo and they love it.”
“My 10 year-old confidence and strength has grown in only a few weeks and I am joining the women’s class too.”
From the reviews
If you are in search to improve your mind, body, and spirit all while learning how to defend yourself, GB Ocotillo is THE place!! From the incredible coaches, to the amazing community, you are walking out with a smile no matter good or bad days. Great place to train I recommend it to anyone and everyone!!
I’ve trained at a couple local gyms, and GB Ocotillo quickly became my home gym. They train both gi and no gi, which was important to me. They also offer morning and evening classes, which means I pay way less per class than I was paying elsewhere. The community and gym environment is positive and encouraging.
The instructors, the people and the environment there are amazing. My 10 year-old confidence and strength has grown in only a few weeks and I am joining the women’s class too. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for ways to help kids (and adults) be healthy and tough, mentally and physically.
Professor Lucas and all the coaches are amazing! BJJ is my tension reliever and meditation sessions. Been going here since November of 2020 and I absolutely love it❣️
New to BJJ? Start at Gracie Barra Ocotillo Jiu Jitsu
Gracie Barra Ocotillo Jiu Jitsu 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 Ocotillo 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.
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