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Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Loveland
5 ★★★★★ 4 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Loveland, Colorado
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 7–12) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Website & schedule graciejiujitsuloveland.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 970-699-6052
The classes they run
What members say
“You receive the same level of training you would at any of the Gracie certified training centers that builds on a proven curriculum developed by members of the Gracie family.”
“I was very excited when this school opened because I know the Gracies put you through your paces before letting you open a certified training center.”
From the reviews
Our 5 year old son has loved this place since he started. He's upgraded his belt, earned a few stripes, and has made lots of friends. Can't thank the coaches enough for all they do!
Gracie Loveland is a stellar experience. You receive the same level of training you would at any of the Gracie certified training centers that builds on a proven curriculum developed by members of the Gracie family. Coach Best is a highly competent and welcoming teacher.
I was very excited when this school opened because I know the Gracies put you through your paces before letting you open a certified training center. Rest assured, this is the same Gracie Jiu Jitsu you'll get at a place certified by the Gracies. The Coach here is friendly and knowledgable about GJJ.
Amazing team of individuals, super skilled and really chill environment, would recommend 10/10
New to BJJ? Start at Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Loveland
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Loveland 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 Loveland
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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