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Gracie Jiu Jitsu Wilson
5 ★★★★★ 20 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Wilson, North Carolina
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 5–15) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- No-gi no-gi grappling classes — training in a rashguard and shorts, with faster scrambles and a natural bridge to MMA
- Open mat open-mat rolling sessions for members to practice live — always optional and at your own pace
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule graciejiujitsuwilson.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 252-668-3587
Hours
| Monday | 6:30–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 5:30–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 6:30–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 5:30–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 6:30–8:30 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The integration of extra activities keep the kids interested and motivated to learn and implement the Jiu Jitsu steps/training , coaches are teaching the kids .”
“They also offer excellent adult classes, both gi and no gi, so the whole family can be involved.”
“They also offer excellent adult classes, both gi and no gi, so the whole family can be involved.”
“The kids have fun, stay active and learn valuable lessons that not only cover self defense but also how to think, relax and handle situations.”
What members say
“Caleb and Brandon are both great professors.”
“The atmosphere has been welcoming and encouraging, and it has especially helped my daughter feel comfortable continuing in jiu-jitsu beyond the elementary years.”
“The atmosphere has been welcoming and encouraging, and it has especially helped my daughter feel comfortable continuing in jiu-jitsu beyond the elementary years.”
“My kids absolutely love Gracie Jiu Jitsu!”
“I highly recommend this school for anyone who wants to learn the art of Gracie Jit Jitsu.”
“Focusing on the self-defense aspect of Jiu Jitsu has taught me a lot about situational awareness, and boosted self-esteem.”
From the reviews
We couldn’t be happier with Gracie Jiu Jitsu Wilson! My 13 year old son has grown so much. Not just in skill, but in confidence, discipline, and respect. The coaches are patient, knowledgeable, and truly care about each student’s progress. The environment is welcoming and supportive, and it feels like a family.
I highly recommend this school for anyone who wants to learn the art of Gracie Jit Jitsu. From the instructors to other members to the facility and the overall environment, it’s is organized and professional setting. A new member is welcomed from the moment they enter the school.
I'm a grandparent of a student of Gracie Jiu Jitsu. My grandson has ADHD and had low self esteem. He's been here for about a year and I have seen a world of difference in him. He is much more focused, even at school.
Great facility and instructors. “They have done an excellent job supporting kids in that middle school ‘in-between’ stage between children’s and adult classes. The atmosphere has been welcoming and encouraging, and it has especially helped my daughter feel comfortable continuing in jiu-jitsu beyond the elementary…
New to BJJ? Start at Gracie Jiu Jitsu Wilson
Gracie Jiu Jitsu Wilson 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 Wilson
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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