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Gracie Barra Weston Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Self Defense
4.9 ★★★★★ 69 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Weston, Florida
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 graciebarraweston.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 786-856-1826
Hours
| Monday | 2–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 2–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 2–8 pm |
| Thursday | 2–8 pm |
| Friday | 2–8 pm |
| Saturday | 11 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“They are so professional, yet truly love our kids and want what is best for them in this journey of Jiu-Jitsu.”
“The vibe here is super friendly and welcoming, making it the perfect place for anyone—from beginners to seasoned Jiu-Jitsu practitioners.”
What members say
“Professor Paulo Azambuja is a highly knowledgeable black belt who loves Jiu jitsu and wants his students to know true BJJ.”
“The vibe here is super friendly and welcoming, making it the perfect place for anyone—from beginners to seasoned Jiu-Jitsu practitioners.”
“The vibe here is super friendly and welcoming, making it the perfect place for anyone—from beginners to seasoned Jiu-Jitsu practitioners.”
“Professor Paul is super detailed in his instruction and the quality of every class is above any other in the area.”
“The coaches are amazing and super patient, and now he already accomplish most tasks and loves to come to GRACIE BARRA four times a week.”
“The gym itself is clean, spacious, and has everything you need for a great training session.”
From the reviews
The Gracie Barra Weston facilities are top-notch. The parking lot is huge and the school belongs to the prestigious brand Gracie Barra, which is renowned for being the best Jiu-jitsu schools in the world. This school is definitely worth checking out if you're looking for a great place to learn Jiu-jitsu.
Pleasant school, and I admire the environment here. The head instructor here is knowledgeable and very good at jiu-jitsu. Recommend this place 100%!
Long time due to have an amazing Jiu jitsu school in Weston. Professor Paul is super detailed in his instruction and the quality of every class is above any other in the area. Everyone is also super nice and helpful. Highly recommended!
I love Gracie Barra Weston! 🔥 Been going for about a month now. Professor Paulo Azambuja is a highly knowledgeable black belt who loves Jiu jitsu and wants his students to know true BJJ. I feel like I’ve grown and learned so much in just a months time. Got my first stripe yesterday. Many more to go.
New to BJJ? Start at Gracie Barra Weston Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Self Defense
Gracie Barra Weston 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.
Your first BJJ class at Gracie Barra Weston 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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