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Gracie Gulf Coast
5 ★★★★★ 39 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Biloxi, Mississippi
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
- 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 (ages 3–14) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- 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 graciegulfcoast.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (228) 331-0034
Hours
| Monday | 4:45–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 4:45–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 4:45–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 4:45–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 6–8 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I noticed positive changes in maturity and confidence in my kids after only a couple weeks.”
“I came to Gracie Gulf Coast as a newer Blue Belt from a Gracie CTC and had never done much No-Gi training.”
“I came to Gracie Gulf Coast as a newer Blue Belt from a Gracie CTC and had never done much No-Gi training.”
“I'm a competitor from an East Coast school that recently moved to the Gulf Coast area.”
“He makes classes fun and teaches great Jiu-Jitsu that can be applied in all arenas (Gi, No-Gi, Self-Defense, Sport, MMA).”
“Jay and Randy are excellent instructors, and they have cultivated a great environment regardless of whether you are brand new or have been training for years.”
Other martial arts here
“He makes classes fun and teaches great Jiu-Jitsu that can be applied in all arenas (Gi, No-Gi, Self-Defense, Sport, MMA).”
What members say
“Jay and Randy are excellent instructors, and they have cultivated a great environment regardless of whether you are brand new or have been training for years.”
“Everyone is very welcoming to new people, some more cordial than others, yet every one of them is willing to help you start or continue your path in the jiu jitsu!”
“Their passion for jiu-jitsu is evident, and they create a welcoming environment that encourages growth at every level.”
“He breaks down the techniques and how they can be applied in each arena and takes the time to build us as a team and develop you personally.”
“So many people recommended Gracie Gulf Coast when we moved in town, passing on the recommendation, It’s a real gem!”
“It’s a friendly, well kept, safe, and sanitary environment with well tailored aesthetic.”
From the reviews
I'm a competitor from an East Coast school that recently moved to the Gulf Coast area. I visited the Gracie Gulf Coast for the first time today and had a great time! The gym was neat, clean and had a warm atmosphere. Jay was extremely welcoming and friendly. His technique on the mats was amazing-- flawless and relaxed.
Great place to train. Stopped in from out of town, welcomed me in and got right to work. I will be coming back if I’m in this area again. Instead of a mat fee he asked I buy a shirt which was perfect the more people who know and train jiu jitsu the better, more people should be doing this. 🤙🏼
Jay and Randy are truly exceptional jiu-jitsu professors. Their attention to detail and commitment to each student’s unique journey sets them apart. This isn’t a one-size-fits-all type of place; they understand that everyone’s approach to positions and techniques will be different, and they adapt accordingly.
It’s smaller than most but it’s an amazing school with an outstanding and unique teacher who knows what he’s talking about! It’s a friendly, well kept, safe, and sanitary environment with well tailored aesthetic.
New to BJJ? Start at Gracie Gulf Coast
Gracie Gulf Coast 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 Gulf Coast
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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