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Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Schertz
5 ★★★★★ 32 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Schertz, Texas
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 3–13) — 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 gjjlonestar.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 830-743-2664
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 6–9:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 6–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 6–9:30 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 9 am–3 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“They have a unique ability to break down complex techniques into fun, manageable steps that keep my son excited to learn new moves.”
“Their teaching style balances discipline with fun, so the kids not only learn valuable self-defense and Jiu-Jitsu techniques but also build confidence, respect, and resilience.”
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What members say
“The academy has become a second home for him, thanks to the incredible instruction and supportive environment provided by Coaches Eric and Martin.”
“The instructors and other participants proved to be so incredibly inclusive and welcoming that my son instantly loved it.”
“The academy has become a second home for him, thanks to the incredible instruction and supportive environment provided by Coaches Eric and Martin.”
“Their teaching style balances discipline with fun, so the kids not only learn valuable self-defense and Jiu-Jitsu techniques but also build confidence, respect, and resilience.”
“The instructors and other participants proved to be so incredibly inclusive and welcoming that my son instantly loved it.”
“If you're at all interested in the Gracie school of Brazilian Jiujitsu, this is a great place to start.”
From the reviews
I started with these guys a few months ago - I have experience in fighting martial arts and self defense - I have good and bad instructors and these guys have been some of the best I have learned under.
Tried other BJJ gyms for sport competition for 1.5 years, but this place and Gracie system is much different! You’ll learn BJJ, principles, self-defense, and progress through organized rank development! Impressive curriculum and these instructors are fun, safety oriented, and committed to each members’ learning.
These guys are great, very knowledgeable, kid friendly, and patient. My youngest goes to Mat munchkins class and I go to the Masters Cycle class on Saturdays. We both have a great time learning.
I can’t say enough great things about Gracie Jiu- Jitsu Schertz! My 10-year-old son has been training here for the past four years, and the transformation we’ve seen in him is truly remarkable.
New to BJJ? Start at Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Schertz
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Schertz 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 Schertz
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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