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Gracie Burlington Jiu Jitsu

4.9 ★★★★★ 38 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Burlington, North Carolina

BJJ gym Affiliated Kids & teens 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

  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule gracieburlington.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 336-260-0165

Hours

Monday 5–7 am, 4–9 pm
Tuesday 6–9 am, 4–8 pm
Wednesday 6–9 am, 5:30–9 pm
Thursday 6–9 am, 4–8:30 pm
Friday 5–7 am, 5:30–8:30 pm
Saturday 9–10:30 am
Sunday 12–1:30 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 Burlington Jiu Jitsu, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

📘 Fundamentals 2 mentions

“Programs range from kids grappeling, adult fundamentals to advanced adult classes as well as striking, competition class and many other options.”

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🧒 Kids BJJ 16 mentions

“Programs range from kids grappeling, adult fundamentals to advanced adult classes as well as striking, competition class and many other options.”

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🏆 Competition Team 3 mentions

“Programs range from kids grappeling, adult fundamentals to advanced adult classes as well as striking, competition class and many other options.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 4 mentions

“Their friendly coaching staff teaches valuable self defense techniques in a fun, safe environment.”

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Other martial arts here

BJJ gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at Gracie Burlington Jiu Jitsu — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🏟️ MMA

“Gracie Blackbelt level Jiu Jitsu instruction, Professional MMA instructors, Olymipc level Wrestling instruction.”

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🤸 Wrestling 3 mentions

“Gracie Blackbelt level Jiu Jitsu instruction, Professional MMA instructors, Olymipc level Wrestling instruction.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want MMA, muay thai, or wrestling alongside your BJJ, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 38 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 9 mentions

“I know my girls are receiving top notch instruction from coaches who are constantly sharpening their own skills so they can bring the best instruction to every class.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 12 mentions

“Our family cannot say enough about Gracie and how much our boys LOVE every day walking through those doors to learn with their friends and great coaches!”

📘 strong technique & fundamentals 5 mentions

“Programs range from kids grappeling, adult fundamentals to advanced adult classes as well as striking, competition class and many other options.”

active competition team 3 mentions

“Programs range from kids grappeling, adult fundamentals to advanced adult classes as well as striking, competition class and many other options.”

🎖️ legit lineage & affiliation 13 mentions

“Whether you have never stepped foot on a mat, or have been training for years, Gracie Burlington will give you skills that you will use for the rest of your life.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 3 mentions

“Heavy focus on real self-defense techniques and an absolute mastery of the basics that work.”

From the reviews

Gracie Burlington is an amazing gym! The owners and instructors are top notch. Spenser is an amazing instructor and can get even the most timid and shy of kids to open up. He instills confidence, grace and poise into all of his students. I am so glad that my family has become part of the Gracie Burlington family!

★★★★★ — Tiffany, Aug 2019

This gym is a family and the instruction is unparalleled. It is a very inclusive and patient environment with a fantastic kids program and respect for all is emphasized. You will not find a gym with more class offerings or better people. Veteran and women friendly and great for all levels of experience.

★★★★★ — Collin, Jan 2023

We love Gracie Burlington! My children have learned so much in just a few months, we definitely get our money's worth. We love all of the instructors and trust in their knowledge and abilities. At Gracie Burlington you're not just learning Jiu Jitsu, you're gaining life lessons and tightknit relationships!

★★★★★ — Ashley, Oct 2018

Absolutely the best in town. My 9yr old has learned more in the past 4mos at Gracie than he did in a year with other instructors. The Gracie instructors truly care and want you to learn and have fun at the same time. Highly recommended for kids and adults.

★★★★★ — Samuel, Oct 2018

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Your first BJJ class at Gracie Burlington 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.

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 Burlington Jiu Jitsu

2322-A S Church St, Burlington, NC27215

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