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Gracie Humaita
5 ★★★★★ 75 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Weldon Spring, Missouri
Part of Gracie Humaitá
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
- Women's classes dedicated women's BJJ classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- 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
- Open mat open-mat rolling sessions for members to practice live — always optional and at your own pace
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule grapplingconcepts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (636) 477-6541
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 10:30 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–1:30 PM |
The classes they run
“My daughter (13) started taking classes a few months ago and she loves the instructors and students.”
“Seriously good training, I love the diverse times for classes, including women’s class 2x a week.”
“I learned a lot from this class it felt like I took a private lesson even tho there were 20 people there.”
“You can accomplish all of your goals here from self defense to weight loss or just being part of a great community and family!”
“If you are interested in trying BJJ for the first time or want to get back into it, Gracie Humaita and the club are there for you.”
Other martial arts here
“This club does have steel though, there are plenty of MMA and sport fighters in this club, it has pedigree and a desire to win, together.”
What members say
“Fantastic training facility, Incredible Instructors, and an extremely family friendly environment.”
“If you are interested in trying BJJ for the first time or want to get back into it, Gracie Humaita and the club are there for you.”
“From whit belt to black belt, everyone was super welcoming and made it feel as if I had been training there with them for years.”
“Detailed, precise and delivered in a way that makes you feel spoiled to be a student here.”
“If you are interested in trying BJJ for the first time or want to get back into it, Gracie Humaita and the club are there for you.”
“Seriously good training, I love the diverse times for classes, including women’s class 2x a week.”
From the reviews
J.W. Wright is hands down the best Jiu Jitsu instructor I’ve ever had the privilege of learning from. He is as legit as they come and a phenomenal black belt. If you get a chance to train under Professor Wright consider yourself lucky as he's one of the last of a dying breed when it comes to old school values in a…
Did a drop in class while visiting the area. They were very welcoming. Friendly people and also high skill levels. Phil is a great instructor. I learned a lot from this class it felt like I took a private lesson even tho there were 20 people there. Highly recommend this gym and I hope to come back when in town again.
Great school and the best BJJ instructors. I literally drive 5 hours from Chicago to train with Professor JW. ‘Good people, great jiu jitsu’
It's "home." If you're interested in jiu jitsu and you're in the St Louis area, this is the place to go!
New to BJJ? Start at Gracie Humaita
Gracie Humaita 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 Humaita
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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