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Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Hilton Head

5 ★★★★★ 21 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Bluffton, South Carolina

BJJ gym Free trial Affiliated Kids & teens

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
  • Membership memberships run around $30/mo — many academies also offer a discounted first month and family plans, so ask about new-member rates
  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule gjjhh.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 843-263-4600

Hours

Monday 9:30–10:30 am
Tuesday 9:30–10:30 am, 5–7 pm
Wednesday 5–7 pm
Thursday 9:30–10:30 am, 5–7 pm
Friday Closed
Saturday 10–11 am
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, seminars, and open-gym times — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

BJJ classes on the schedule at Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Hilton Head, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🛡️ Self-Defense

“Overall, I highly recommend Gracie Jiu-Jitsu to anyone looking to learn self-defense, get in shape, or simply have fun while learning a new skill.”

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🧒 Kids BJJ

“Also, The Kid program is so fun as well.”

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Other martial arts here

BJJ gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Hilton Head — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want MMA, muay thai, or wrestling alongside your BJJ, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 21 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 7 mentions

“Professor Lobo is highly skilled, knowledgeable, and always willing to help you improve your technique.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 8 mentions

“Gracie Jiu-Jitsu is an outstanding martial arts academy that provides top-notch instruction in a friendly and supportive environment.”

📘 strong technique & fundamentals 3 mentions

“The Professor is extremely knowledgable and teaches as well as appreciates the importance of perfect technique.”

🎖️ legit lineage & affiliation 6 mentions

“Gracie Jiu-Jitsu is an outstanding martial arts academy that provides top-notch instruction in a friendly and supportive environment.”

From the reviews

Gracie Jiu-Jitsu is an outstanding martial arts academy that provides top-notch instruction in a friendly and supportive environment. Professor Lobo is highly skilled, knowledgeable, and always willing to help you improve your technique.

★★★★★ — Garret, Feb 2023

We were in town on vacation for Thanksgiving week, so of course I had to see if there were any BJJ places around. I dropped in for 2 of the adult classes here (the morning one and then the adult class that night). The people were very friendly and there was a range of ages and experience levels.

★★★★★ — J., Nov 2021

I moved to the area from the North east and was looking for a professionally run training center. After one visit I signed up and enjoy every training day. The Professor is extremely knowledgable and teaches as well as appreciates the importance of perfect technique.

★★★★★ — James, Feb 2023

Professor Anibal Lobo, is the original real deal, straight from Brazil came over here with the first wave with Rickson Gracie. Can't get any better than that! I've traveled all over the country and been to many dojos, and absolutely loved it here. Top notch instruction, positive environment.

★★★★★ — Craig, Apr 2022

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Your first BJJ class at Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Hilton Head

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.

BJJ is a contact sport. Ease in, tap early and often, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Hilton Head

13 B Kitties Landing Rd, Bluffton, SC29910

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