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Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Indio
5 ★★★★★ 84 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Indio, 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 3–18) — 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 gjjindio.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (760) 775-0982
Hours
| Monday | 3–9:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 5–9:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 3–10 PM |
| Thursday | 3–10 PM |
| Friday | 3–9 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Brought my kid to class today and I was very impressed by the professialism of the staff, Instructor and high level of techniques being taught at this school.”
“As a woman, navigating jiu jitsu schools can be tricky.”
“It's a kind, supportive community that helps you build healthy life skills that translate into daily life - while ALSO training in highly effective self-defense techniques!”
“As a first time student I was super nervous and intimidated going in.”
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What members say
“Brought my kid to class today and I was very impressed by the professialism of the staff, Instructor and high level of techniques being taught at this school.”
“Your partners help you and the instructors are so welcoming and teach in a way that makes you motivated to learn and wanting to come back for more.”
“It's a kind, supportive community that helps you build healthy life skills that translate into daily life - while ALSO training in highly effective self-defense techniques!”
“It's a kind, supportive community that helps you build healthy life skills that translate into daily life - while ALSO training in highly effective self-defense techniques!”
“Cameron and other instructors have played an important part in growing my child’s patience, confidence and creativity.”
“We started with the bully-proof week session and here we are a few years later, enjoying this amazing community of Gracie jiu jitsu.”
From the reviews
I was initially hesitant to join the class because I was concerned about getting hurt and the risk of not being able to work. However, after observing how Cameron and Nikki conducted their sessions, I was truly impressed. I first signed up my 8-year-old son, followed by my daughter.
I am so thankful we came across this studio two years ago! We started with the bully-proof week session and here we are a few years later, enjoying this amazing community of Gracie jiu jitsu. Cameron is such a down to earth guy, he works so well with kids and I just admire his teaching approach and patience.
The place is amazing! I can’t say enough good things about the instructors and the facility. From my very first class, I felt welcomed, accepted, comfortable, and safe. The women’s empowered program is a must, everyone is so helpful, kind, and works towards building a community with one another.
I can’t express enough how grateful I am for Gracie Jiu-Jitsu and the incredible team here. My son has never been so inspired, engaged, and genuinely excited about something before. From the moment we walked in, it felt like home—like family.
New to BJJ? Start at Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Indio
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Indio 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 Indio
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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