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Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Aurora
5 ★★★★★ 281 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Aurora, Colorado
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
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule graciebjjcolorado.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 720-436-7093
Hours
| Monday | 4:30–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 4:30–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 4:30–9 pm |
| Thursday | 4–9 pm |
| Friday | 5–9 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The instructors create a positive, structured environment where kids are encouraged to do their best and support one another.”
“Whether you’re looking to compete, casually train, or build on your self-defense, GJJ Aurora is the place for you.”
“Not only is everyone so welcoming, they teach defenses to real world situations that are so applicable, especially for women.”
“They go over everything in detail every class and always are great question answerers, and teach jiu jitsu so well, especially for beginners.”
What members say
“Really great instructors, and a safe environment for new people who want to get out of their comfort zone.”
“Not only is everyone so welcoming, they teach defenses to real world situations that are so applicable, especially for women.”
“Not only is everyone so welcoming, they teach defenses to real world situations that are so applicable, especially for women.”
“They go over everything in detail every class and always are great question answerers, and teach jiu jitsu so well, especially for beginners.”
“Our son loves the classes and will be building his skills.”
“I was a guest here for only one night because I was visiting from Southern California and wanted to check out another Gracie certified training center.”
From the reviews
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Aurora is the best Jiu-Jitsu gym in Denver, hands down. My wife and I started our BJJ training at the Gracie CTC in Salt Lake City. When we told the instructors we were moving to Colorado they spoke very highly and admirably of GJJ Aurora, and Aurora sure delivered.
My 8-year-old son has been training at GJJ Aurora for 8 months, he joined the bullyproof program as soon as he turned 8 and the growth we've seen—both on and off the mat—has been amazing. He's learning valuable skills in self-defense, but more importantly, he's building confidence, discipline, and respect.
Really set the foundation for my Jiujitsu and helping me pursue my goals in competing. Really great instructors, and a safe environment for new people who want to get out of their comfort zone. Highly recommended!!!
I was a guest here for only one night because I was visiting from Southern California and wanted to check out another Gracie certified training center. Gracie, Jiu Jitsu Aurora treated me like family and welcomed me with open arms.
New to BJJ? Start at Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Aurora
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Aurora 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 Jiu-Jitsu Aurora
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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