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Gracie Barra Round Rock - Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Self Defense

4.9 ★★★★★ 104 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Round Rock, Texas

Part of Gracie Barra

BJJ gym Free trial Affiliated Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons No-gi 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
  • 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
  • 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 gbroundrocktx.co — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (512) 598-5510

Hours

Monday 8 AM–10 PM
Tuesday 8 AM–10 PM
Wednesday 8 AM–10 PM
Thursday 8 AM–10 PM
Friday 8 AM–5 PM
Saturday 8 AM–7 PM
Sunday 8 AM–5 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 Round Rock - Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Self Defense, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 23 mentions

“My kids and I have been training here since last summer 2024 and from the beginning i noticed the level of Professionalism the staff has shown my whole family.”

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Teens BJJ 2 mentions

“My son's confidence and attitude have also transformed, shaping him into a great teenager.”

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🩳 No-Gi

“They also offer Gi and No-Gi classes.”

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🥋 Gi 2 mentions

“They also offer Gi and No-Gi classes.”

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🏆 Competition Team 4 mentions

“My son has been training at this school for six years and is now part of their competition team.”

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👤 Private Lessons

“My kiddo loves the school and loves doing private lessons.”

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🔓 Open Mat

“Big shout out to the 6AM team, the Women’s Open Mat, and GB3!”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 3 mentions

“Tremendous school to learn BJJ and self defense.”

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🌱 Beginners 3 mentions

“I assure you that if you start Jiu-Jitsu for the first time, learn it before, or train here, you will enjoy a better Jiu-Jitsu life.”

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What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 104 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 7 mentions

“Coach Eric has also been a great supportive Coach for myself and my kids when it comes to their weekly training and preparation for local competitions.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 6 mentions

“I assure you that if you start Jiu-Jitsu for the first time, learn it before, or train here, you will enjoy a better Jiu-Jitsu life.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 21 mentions

“My kids and I have been training here since last summer 2024 and from the beginning i noticed the level of Professionalism the staff has shown my whole family.”

📘 strong technique & fundamentals 3 mentions

“Gracie Barra JiuJitsu is a great spot to have fun, get fit, and learn great jiujitsu technique!”

🧒 strong kids program 5 mentions

“Prof Andre, Coach Stormy, Coach Sandra, and Coach Eric are honestly like Uncle’s and Aunts to my daughter. I have seen her confidence sky rocket while training here consistently.”

active competition team 5 mentions

“Coach Eric has also been a great supportive Coach for myself and my kids when it comes to their weekly training and preparation for local competitions.”

From the reviews

Gracie Barra Round Rock is an outstanding school with an exceptional approach to teaching kids. Their holistic philosophy goes beyond just building physical strength—they are dedicated to nurturing emotional resilience, personal responsibility, and helping children grow into well-rounded, kind, and respectful…

★★★★★ — Irina, Dec 2024

I’ve been training at GB Round Rock under Prof Andre for over 2 years and have had nothing but an amazing experience. Prof Andre has honestly turned into not only an older brother figure to me, but into an Uncle figure for my 11 year old daughter.

★★★★★ — Brandon, Feb 2025

Andre and the entire team of black belt professors at Gracie Barra are fantastic. My 16-year-old truly enjoys training there. They not only prepare students for tournaments but also focus on character development. Since joining, my son has gained confidence in himself.

★★★★★ — Nessa, Jan 2026

Coach Andre is truly amazing and kid centered! (That’s from a career educator and coach.) My kids love this place! Coach Sandra has been such an inspiration for my daughter as female athlete! Coach Eric really helped my daughter prepare for her first tournament where she did so well!

★★★★★ — Dion, Dec 2024

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New to BJJ? Start at Gracie Barra Round Rock - Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Self Defense

Gracie Barra Round Rock - Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Self Defense 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.

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Your first BJJ class at Gracie Barra Round Rock - 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.

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 Round Rock - Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Self Defense

105 E Old Settlers Blvd ste:108, Round Rock, TX78664

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