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Gracie Legacy Jiu-Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 27 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Jacksonville, Florida
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 — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule gracielegacybjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (347) 328-4495
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–12:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Took my kids there and Stephanie was amazing with them.”
“Robson Gracie is a world-class competitor/instructor who teaches authentic Jiu-Jitsu with clarity, humility, and attention to detail.”
“If you’re serious about Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu — whether for competition, self-defense, or personal growth — this is the academy to be at.”
“Whether you are brand new to jiu-jitsu or have years of experience, Gracie Legacy BJJ is an outstanding place to train.”
What members say
“Professor Robson is an exceptionally high-level martial artist, yet his ability to teach sets him apart.”
“The atmosphere is welcoming, professional, and reflects the true spirit of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu.”
“The atmosphere is welcoming, professional, and reflects the true spirit of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu.”
“He breaks techniques down in a way that is simple, clear, and intentional, always explaining the concept and purpose behind each movement rather than just the steps.”
“Robson Gracie is a world-class competitor/instructor who teaches authentic Jiu-Jitsu with clarity, humility, and attention to detail.”
“Gracie Legacy in Jacksonville is truly a world-class Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy, and it’s incredible to finally have this level of training in Northeast Florida.”
From the reviews
Gracie Legacy in Jacksonville is truly a world-class Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy, and it’s incredible to finally have this level of training in Northeast Florida. Under the leadership of Professor Robson Gracie Jr., the technical standard, structure, and professionalism are on another level.
Robson Gracie Jr. is an incredible fighter, Jiu Jitsu practitioner and person. Any opportunity you have to train at his academy should be taken!
There’s no other place better, coaches and professors are outstanding professionals. I can’t wait to get back at it
The academy itself is always very clean, organized, and well maintained. You can tell they truly care about providing a safe and professional space for everyone. Stephanie is an amazing instructor for kids.
New to BJJ? Start at Gracie Legacy Jiu-Jitsu
Gracie Legacy Jiu-Jitsu comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. 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 Legacy Jiu-Jitsu
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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