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Ralph Gracie Modesto
5 ★★★★★ 18 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Modesto, 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
- Membership memberships run around $90/mo — many academies also offer a discounted first month and family plans, so ask about new-member rates
- 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 ralphgraciemodesto.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 209-799-5368
Hours
| Monday | 10:30 am–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 10:30 am–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 10:30 am–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 10:30 am–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 10:30 am–8:30 pm |
| Saturday | 10:30 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My son has been with Ralph Gracie for 3 years now hands down the best Jiu-jitsu in town!”
“Whether you're seeking to get in shape, learn self-defense, or compete at a high level, this studio has the resources and expertise to help you achieve your goals.”
“Whether you're interested in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, self-defense, or general fitness, there is a class for you.”
“The studio offers an exceptional environment for anyone interested in martial arts, whether you are a beginner or an experienced practitioner.”
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What members say
“Great intensity and consistent classes with Great instructors to go along with them and much Knowledge to share.”
“The studio offers an exceptional environment for anyone interested in martial arts, whether you are a beginner or an experienced practitioner.”
“Great environment with supportive people and COACHES who motivate you to keep learning and growing.”
“The disciplined approach and high-quality instruction ensure you make tangible progress, whether your goal is self-defense, competition, or personal development.”
“I have been training at Ralph Gracie Modesto for several months, and my experience has been outstanding.”
“The facilities are top-notch, providing a clean, spacious, and well-equipped area for training.”
From the reviews
This place is awesome! Coaches are great, upper belts hella cool, everyone is chill but train to kill! It’s like our own little secret fight club, but everybody talks about it!
Best gym to train! Great environment with supportive people and COACHES who motivate you to keep learning and growing. Love my BJJ family, OSS!
I have been training at Ralph Gracie Modesto for several months, and my experience has been outstanding. The studio offers an exceptional environment for anyone interested in martial arts, whether you are a beginner or an experienced practitioner.
Great gym, Great team, Great experience! Nothing like it anywhere else. A great place with an inviting atmosphere to train without judgment. Great intensity and consistent classes with Great instructors to go along with them and much Knowledge to share. Overall 10/10
New to BJJ? Start at Ralph Gracie Modesto
Ralph Gracie Modesto 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 Ralph Gracie Modesto
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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