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Royce Gracie Jiu Jitsu Cary
4.5 ★★★★★ 31 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Cary, 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 — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Phone (919) 746-6080
Hours
| Monday | 12–2 PM, 5–9:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 5–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–9:30 PM |
| Thursday | 12–2 PM, 5–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 5:30–7:30 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I’d long wanted to get into BJJ but the locations around here were a hike and I’ve got three small children.”
“I believe it is tremendously valuable for both men and women of all ages but especially so for women and guys like me who can no longer compete strength-wise with younger men.”
“I joined primarily to help get back into shape, but also was able to meet a lot of friendly people, learn a bit of self-defense, and have some fun!”
“The people who train thee are always great at providing a positive training environment so you always feel comfortable coming in whether you're brand new or experienced.”
Other martial arts here
“by Mason 01/11/2012 If you want to learn brazilian jiu jitsu, get in the best shape of your life, or learn Muay Thai this is the place for you.”
“I practiced karate many decades ago in my youth and was somewhat proficient.”
What members say
“Can't recommend this academy enough, not only will you learn life long potentially life saving skills but David is one of the nicest and most knowledgeable instructors in the game.”
“I got personal instruction and the instructors were patient with me as I was a beginner at CrossFit and Muay Thai.”
“Really welcoming environment and a great curriculum for all levels and ages.”
“You will gain the best training in endurance through creative sport science techniques and have an unbelievable amount of fun while you do things you never thought were possible.”
“Royce Gracie Jiu Jitsu has a great group of instructors and members.”
“I believe it is tremendously valuable for both men and women of all ages but especially so for women and guys like me who can no longer compete strength-wise with younger men.”
From the reviews
I joined this gym after a single trial class. I’d long wanted to get into BJJ but the locations around here were a hike and I’ve got three small children. This place sprung up in my neck of the woods and upon taking that first class I became obsessed. The gym feels like a small family.
Simply the best! Great for beginners (white belts) or advanced. They really care about you getting better and enjoying it. Not a belt factory! Everyone is very friendly. Plus the caliber of instruction is some of the best in the nation!
I recently joined the gym for CrossFit (Panther Creek CrossFit), and found out that they offer Jiu jitsu and practical self-defense training in the evenings after the CrossFit classes. The instruction is professional and the material is very practical.
Love this place! been training there for about 3 years now, started doing crossfit and Muay Thai but once I started BJJ I switched my priorities lol. The instructors are fantastic and provide a great training environment.
New to BJJ? Start at Royce Gracie Jiu Jitsu Cary
Royce Gracie Jiu Jitsu Cary 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 Royce Gracie Jiu Jitsu Cary
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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