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Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Balance Academy
5 ★★★★★ 41 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Peachtree City, Georgia
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 (ages 5–12) — 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
- No-gi no-gi grappling classes — training in a rashguard and shorts, with faster scrambles and a natural bridge to MMA
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule graciebalance.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 770-755-8205
Hours
| Monday | 11 am–1 pm, 3:30–9:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 4:30–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 11 am–1 pm, 3:30–9:30 pm |
| Thursday | 4:30–8:30 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 10 am–2 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Sometimes when I show up to practice, the children's class is just ending and the kids are all running around playing and you can tell how much they all adore Jorge.”
“There are many class options a week to attend for kids or adults, and private lessons available, too.”
“The classes are welcoming, empowering and specifically designed to build confidence and practical self-defense skills.”
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What members say
“I've been training with Jorge for a couple months now and I have to say he's been an incredible instructor.”
“Not only is he great with his students but he really takes the time to get to know the family and all their siblings as well.”
“The kids classes are structured wonderfully for introduction to the art, and the kids love Jorge as well.”
“If you are looking for a place to start your journey in the martial arts you can not go wrong with Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Balance Academy!”
“The gym itself is always clean and well-maintained, with comfortable seating around the mat so parents can watch their children learn and grow.”
“All of the programs are exceptional One of the standout features is the Women's Empowered Program!”
From the reviews
I loved Mr. Jorge's attitude and teaching style. I think that my daughter will learn a lot from him. I only wish that I had time to go! I'm jealous. :) My daughter has been going for a few months, and loves her instructor. My dad gets to take her, and he has nothing but positive things to say about Mr.
Jorge is a fantastic teacher and all around great guy. His knowledge of Jiu-Jitsu is vast. He is a very skilled and patient practitioner of the sport. He's classes are safe and effective (hands on) but not dangerous. A respectable, non-arrogant attitude is always present at his place
Professor Jorge is an outstanding instructor and has a fantastic program. The school has a safe educational environment with a family atmosphere. If you are looking for a place to start your journey in the martial arts you can not go wrong with Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Balance Academy!
My son and I have trained with Jorge for over 3 years. The focus on self defense vs only sport is great. Adult men or women and especially for children there is no one better than Coach.
New to BJJ? Start at Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Balance Academy
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Balance Academy 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 Balance Academy
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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