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Graciephila Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 10 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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
- 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 graciephila.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (215) 990-6943
Hours
| Monday | 7–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 1–3 PM, 5–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 7–9 PM |
| Thursday | 1–3 PM, 5–8 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 11 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
What members say
“Awesome School 1 of a kind- Friendly .”
From the reviews
I Have to agree with Fabian he was the first individual I talk to before joining great guy to talk to he welcome me like I was his brother in once he introduced me to Joe it was even a better conversation he invited me to one of his classes in I was hook very good group of guys I love the old school feel the group of…
Excellent, no-frills Brazilian jiu- jitsu instruction. My son has been training here 4+ years. Joe Guido is a great instructor.
Very family friendly. everyone there is polite and encouraging. Joe really wants you to learn and pays attention to all the students.
Awesome School 1 of a kind- Friendly . A hidden Gem- Diamond in the Ruff! Joe is Awesome!
Your first BJJ class at Graciephila Brazilian 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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