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Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Saratoga/Los Gatos
5 ★★★★★ 34 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Saratoga, 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
- 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 3–12) — 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 graciesaratoga.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (831) 633-7141
Hours
| Monday | 4–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 6–7 PM |
| Wednesday | 3:30–9 PM |
| Thursday | 6–9 PM |
| Friday | 4–9 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The coaches are great with the kids even when kids are unruly, and my son is learning so much about jiu-jitsu as well as life lessons.”
“Highly recommend Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Saratoga / Los Gatos for anyone looking to learn real self-defense and train in a positive community.”
“Drew and Christiane greeted us at the door with a smile, ready to help us beginners.”
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What members say
“Even after the first class she was talking about the lessons she has learned in class.”
“The atmosphere is always friendly and disciplined at the same time, and the program is thoughtfully designed: it includes training, conversation, free play, and real coaching.”
“The instructors were knowledgeable, even helped point out key details I would need to focus on for my upcoming combatives belt test.”
“Our kids look forward to every class, and we love the physical skills and positive behavioral habits the instructors instill.”
“Been going to BJJ for 6 months or so, mostly to the Santa Cruz Location but saw they have this Gracie Los Gatos location as well, and these guys are awesome.”
“The facility was very clean and well maintained, and the instructors were very kind and eager to help you learn.”
From the reviews
We joined Gracie’s bullyproof class in Saratoga. It’s been a great after school activity for my daughter. Even after the first class she was talking about the lessons she has learned in class. They also have a cool game day where kids earn points for being respectful around the house.
Our really good friends recommended Gracie style of BJJ bc it focuses on self defense and only attack if you need. I have 3 kids age 5,8,10. They are in two separate classes, but basically they run the class similarly but with diff age group.
Highly recommend this place! Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Saratoga/Los Gatos is very clean, and the staff are amazing. They are so patient and know exactly how to encourage the children. My child’s focus has improved significantly since starting here, and they are always eager and excited to attend class.
We love Gracie Saratoga and the kids class family! Great mat space, kid friendly curriculum and great teachers. OSS!
New to BJJ? Start at Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Saratoga/Los Gatos
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Saratoga/Los Gatos 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 Saratoga/Los Gatos
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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