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Gracie Barra RCM Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Self Defense
4.9 ★★★★★ 87 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Rancho Cucamonga, California
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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule gbranchocucamonga.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (714) 332-2617
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM–8 PM |
The classes they run
“My daughter (12) was very nervous at her first session and Coach Katie made her feel so comfortable.”
“) I like that the kids wear uniforms, and I have also paid to do the private lessons on the weekend.”
“I only wanted my daughter to learn self defense but she wanted to started competing on her own.”
“The coaches are all world class and have a really good coaching approach for all levels and ages.”
What members say
“The coaches & professors at the RCM location are incredible communicators & great instructors.”
“I kinda have a little social anxiety, but Coach Katie and the other students made me feel welcomed and comfortable on my first day.”
“In a world where healthy activities and strong family bonds are more important than ever, finding the right place for both can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack.”
“The environment is high touch hands on and very controlled focus on fundamentals and discipline.”
“Gracie Barra and its program has been an amazing journey for my daughter. It has greatly improved her self confidence, strength, and mindset.”
“Gracie Barra Rancho Cucamonga stands out as the best school for families, offering a perfect blend of Jujitsu training and community spirit.”
From the reviews
It was my son’s first time and he had a fun time. Smiled a lot and had fun doing all the warm up exercises. They gave great instruction and really catered to the kids to help them master the skills. A really great experience. He is excited for the next class.
I’ve been taking my son here for over a year now, so I feel like I can review at this point. I looked for jiujitsu because my son was being aggressive at school and needed an outlet where he could be physical.
I have been training at Gracie Barra Upland with my two boys (ages 11 & 9) for about 2 1/2 years. We are very excited for the new location and can’t wait to have more options for training. Gracie Barra Upland is not just a place for training, it’s a community. I’m sure Rancho Cucamonga will be the same.
The coaches & professors at the RCM location are incredible communicators & great instructors. They not only instill discipline, structure, & hard work for the students, but they do so in a fun, positive way.
New to BJJ? Start at Gracie Barra RCM Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Self Defense
Gracie Barra RCM Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Self Defense 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 RCM Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Self Defense
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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