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Gracie Originals Jiu Jitsu Academy - Venice
5 ★★★★★ 12 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Venice, 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
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule gracieoriginals.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 310-505-0781
Hours
| Monday | 3:30–5:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 3:30–5:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 3:30–5:30 pm |
| Thursday | 3:30–5:30 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My son has been coached by Coach Tanner and Coach Stone for the past 5 months and it has been such an incredible experience.”
“Not only does it help them grow, build confidence, and develop self-esteem, but it also teaches practical skills that could one day truly save their lives.”
Other martial arts here
“My 6 and 9 y/o boys love going to class and then coming home and wrestling for hours.”
What members say
“From day one, Tanner and the entire team have created an incredibly welcoming and supportive environment for our boys, Koda and Cru.”
“From day one, Tanner and the entire team have created an incredibly welcoming and supportive environment for our boys, Koda and Cru.”
“Jiu jitsu has helped my son develop critical skills - focus, discipline, respect, and resilience, to name a few - that he will benefit from for the rest of his life.”
“We love Gracie Originals!”
“Not only does it help them grow, build confidence, and develop self-esteem, but it also teaches practical skills that could one day truly save their lives.”
From the reviews
We couldn't be happier with our experience at Originals Jiu Jitsu. From day one, Tanner and the entire team have created an incredibly welcoming and supportive environment for our boys, Koda and Cru. What stands out most is how well Tanner connects with the kids.
We love Gracie Originals! My son started just before he turned 4, and Coach Tanner, Coach Erik, and the entire team have been incredible with him. They’re so thoughtful about meeting each child where they are and helping them grow in skill and confidence.
We've been taking Jiu Jitsu with Coach Stone, Coach Tanner and the entire amazing team for the last four years. Both of my girls have gained so much confidence and the ability to protect their own space. We've now enrolled our little boy in the Venice location with kids his age, and he's already so proud of himself.
I can not say enough about Originals Jiu Jitsu. My son has been coached by Coach Tanner and Coach Stone for the past 5 months and it has been such an incredible experience. The discipline and self confidence that they have instilled in my son with their instruction and technique is simply incredible.
Your first BJJ class at Gracie Originals Jiu Jitsu Academy - Venice
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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