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Gracie Barra Victorville Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 19 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Victorville, 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule gbvictorville.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 442-219-2322
Hours
| Monday | 2:30–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 11 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 2:30–8 pm |
| Thursday | 11 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 3–8 pm |
| Saturday | 8:30 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The instructors are great with kids, they have trained my kids and me for years, starting with their affiliation with GB Upland.”
“Whether you’re a complete beginner or more advanced, they take the time to break things down, answer questions, and make sure you understand the techniques.”
What members say
“Come learn from 2 of the most knowledgeable coaches I know, that also have a passion to pass on knowledge, and join this amazing community.”
“Whether you’re a complete beginner or more advanced, they take the time to break things down, answer questions, and make sure you understand the techniques.”
“Gracie Barra Victorville provides a safe, welcoming environment to learn everything Jiu-Jitsu has to offer—both on and off the mats.”
“Whether you’re a complete beginner or more advanced, they take the time to break things down, answer questions, and make sure you understand the techniques.”
“If you’re looking for a great place to train that combines high-level instruction with a positive and respectful culture, I can’t recommend Gracie Barra Victorville enough.”
“the mat area was clean and everyone there seemed to be having a great time.”
From the reviews
Professor Heath and Coach Chris are truly exceptional instructors and ambassadors of the art. Their passion for teaching shows in every class—they don’t just go through the motions, they genuinely care about each student’s progress. What stands out most is their patience.
From my recent visits Coach Chris and Professor Heath at Gracie Barra Victorville have top-tier skills, a welcoming vibe, and are coaches who are genuinely invested in helping you improve. They are both very helpful and attentive explaining positions and moves.
I’ve been training at Gracie Barra Jiu Jitsu Victorville and it’s easily a 5-star experience. Professor Heath and Coach Chris are solid guys both are extremely thorough with their coaching and really take the time to break things down so you actually understand the techniques.
I’ve trained with Professor Heath and Coach Chris for 5+ years. They’re highly competent BJJ practitioners and are eager to share their knowledge with others. They have helped me time and time again improve my game.
New to BJJ? Start at Gracie Barra Victorville Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Gracie Barra Victorville Brazilian 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 Victorville Brazilian 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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