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Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Clovis
5 ★★★★★ 66 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Clovis, 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
- 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 bjjclovis.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 559-318-3136
Hours
| Monday | 5–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 5–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 5–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 5–9 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 9 am–1:30 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My child is young, so the games they play is a great way for them to learn the basics in a fun way.”
“My two little ones enjoy connecting with other kids, learning from the coaches and always love showing us what they learned.”
“The head instructor is great and does one-on-one training with the class watching.”
“The Women Empowered program at Gracie Jiu Jitsu Clovis is a great way for women to learn self defense in a safe and supportive environment!”
“She is amazing at communicating these sometimes complicated concepts in ways that we can all understand as well as making sure people of all levels are learning and growing.”
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What members say
“Coach Ashlee is extremely knowledgeable and the classes are welcoming for any level of experience.”
“She is amazing at communicating these sometimes complicated concepts in ways that we can all understand as well as making sure people of all levels are learning and growing.”
“The Women Empowered program at Gracie Jiu Jitsu Clovis is a great way for women to learn self defense in a safe and supportive environment!”
“For new students, Coach Ashlee makes sure to pair you up with an experienced student so you don’t feel lost and you feel less nervous about the techniques.”
“The staff were so friendly and welcoming, and his instructor was fantastic — patient, encouraging, and great with kids.”
“The Women Empowered program at Gracie Jiu Jitsu Clovis is a great way for women to learn self defense in a safe and supportive environment!”
From the reviews
I absolutely LOVE Gracie! I am currently in the women empowered program and it certainly lives up to its name. It is a women’s only class taught by women. Women of all ages (we’ve had classes with 12 and 50 year olds at the same time) learn together and encourage each other.
This school is great. There is a focus on technique, safety, and respect. The community and family atmosphere is strong. Families and coaches are warm and welcoming regardless of your level, age, culture, or personal goals.
The Women Empowered program at Gracie Jiu Jitsu Clovis is a great way for women to learn self defense in a safe and supportive environment! I have loved going through the program and am at the point of testing for my pink belt.
We’ve had such a wonderful experience at Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Clovis! The instructors have been incredibly patient and kind with my son. They took the time to make sure he felt comfortable, allowing us to sit and watch the classes until he was ready to join in — no pressure at all, just genuine support and understanding.
New to BJJ? Start at Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Clovis
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Clovis 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 Clovis
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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