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Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Decatur
5 ★★★★★ 94 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Decatur, 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 — 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule graciedecatur.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 770-229-7051
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 5–10 pm |
| Wednesday | 4–9 pm |
| Thursday | 10 am–1 pm, 5–8:30 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Gracie Decatur, founded by Coach Jason in Decatur, has been more than just a Jujitsu training facility for my son.”
“They have great women's only classes, classes for kids, awesome instructors, and a fun and safe atmosphere.”
“the summer camps are fun for all ages and their classes teach them not only self defense but also self regulation, respect, and even helping around the house for their parents!”
“Great environment for beginners and all skill levels.”
What members say
“Both the coach’s and fellow students form a great environment for learning and developing both Jiu Jitsu and practical life skills.”
“If you're looking for a place to learn Jiu-Jitsu or self-defense in a welcoming, fun, low-pressure environment, I would definitely check this place out.”
“It's not just a martial arts school; it's a community where children learn discipline and build confidence, all within a supportive family-like environment.”
“My daughters love the Bullyproof program and it has helped them to grow with confidence, discipline and focus.”
“The instructors are very clear and helpful with their teaching, and it doesn't hurt that the Gracie Jiu Jitsu program is very organized, structured, comprehensive, and complete.”
From the reviews
I've been training at Gracie Decatur for the last 7 months, and I have nothing but positive things to say about Coach Jason and the rest of the school. The coaches are knowledgeable and caring, and students are invested in each other's learning and progress.
Gracie Decatur, founded by Coach Jason in Decatur, has been more than just a Jujitsu training facility for my son. Over the past five years, since the onset of the pandemic, Jason has not only instructed him in martial arts but has also instilled a can-do spirit and a resilient desire to excel.
Gracie Decatur is a great Jiu Jitsu academy with an amazing atmosphere. Both the coach’s and fellow students form a great environment for learning and developing both Jiu Jitsu and practical life skills.
I trained here for about 7 months until moving to the Spokane area and really loved it. The Gracie University system itself is amazing and allows for a person to learn Jiu-jitsu in a mostly safe environment (all combat sports involve risks) while getting into better shape.
New to BJJ? Start at Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Decatur
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Decatur 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 Decatur
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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