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Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Barstow
5 ★★★★★ 42 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Barstow, California
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 3–12) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Women's classes dedicated women's BJJ classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- 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 graciebarstow.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 760-600-9087
Hours
| Monday | 6:15–9:15 pm |
| Tuesday | 6:15–9:15 pm |
| Wednesday | 6:15–9:15 pm |
| Thursday | 6:15–9:15 pm |
| Friday | 6:15–9:15 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“We have been committed in supporting our children in having what it takes to be bullyproof and learning the basics first, and in attending to their goal.”
“The classes are really fun at the same time they prepare you for many potentially dangerous self-defense scenarios.”
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What members say
“There is no pressure from the instructor or peers. They learn great self defense, and have a healthy work out considering age.”
“Anthony and his group were welcoming, hospitable and provided some excellent training and rolls.”
“Seeing them grow more confident and disciplined over the last year has been a point of pride for our family.”
“We have been committed in supporting our children in having what it takes to be bullyproof and learning the basics first, and in attending to their goal.”
“My kids love the class so far, they are learning skills to be respectful, patient, while learning taekwondo-highly recommend”
“Our children have been training at Gracie Jiu-Jitsu for almost a full year now, and the experience has been nothing short of transformative.”
From the reviews
I'm a disabled combat veteran who likes to stay away and stay inside where its safe. The Veterans hospital says thats not good for my spirit though. So i try. I tried this place and i find it more than just safe...
Both of my sons attend Gracie Jiu-jitsu Barstow and they both love it! The coaches are really nice and always treat my children well. Barstow needs people and businesses like this in the community to help our children grow!
My kids love the class. There is no pressure from the instructor or peers. They learn great self defense, and have a healthy work out considering age.
My kids love the class so far, they are learning skills to be respectful, patient, while learning taekwondo-highly recommend
New to BJJ? Start at Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Barstow
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Barstow 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 Barstow
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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