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Welcome to Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Newnan

As a Certified Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Training Center, we’re dedicated to providing the highest quality jiu-jitsu education possible.

We’re certified to teach the Gracie University curriculum, standardized across every certified training center worldwide. As a student here, you get access to our online platform with detailed, interactive videos of every technique in the curriculum — so you can study at home or review a lesson before class.

We offer specialized programs for kids, adult beginners, and advanced practitioners, and we take pride in creating a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for every student and family in Newnan.

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Why choose us

Jiu-jitsu for everyone

We believe Gracie Jiu-Jitsu is for everyone, regardless of age, gender, athleticism, or ability — continuing the legacy of Grandmaster Hélio Gracie, who believed jiu-jitsu should empower anyone to defend themselves against a stronger opponent.

We take pride in creating a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for every student and family in Newnan, because confident humans make kinder humans.

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No experience needed

Zero fitness requirements — BJJ relies on technique and timing, not strength or speed.

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Family friendly

Parents are welcome to watch, and many train alongside their kids.

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Licensed curriculum

The same standardized system taught at certified centers worldwide.

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Anti-bullying focus

Kids learn to neutralize, defend, and negotiate — not to punch or kick.

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Come see the mats for yourself

Stop by, watch a class, and meet the team before you commit to anything.

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Free trial

10-Day Free Trial

Experience Gracie Jiu-Jitsu with 10 days of unlimited classes—completely free.

During your free trial, you’ll be able to:

Whether you’re looking to get in shape, build confidence, learn self-defense, or start a new hobby, our 10-Day Free Trial gives you the opportunity to experience everything we offer before making any commitment.

No experience required. Just bring comfortable workout clothes, and we’ll take care of the rest.

Start your journey today!

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What is Jiu-Jitsu?

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is a martial art and self-defense system built around controlling an opponent through leverage, technique, and position — not size or strength.

How it works

Instead of relying on strikes, BJJ uses grappling: takedowns, controlling positions, and submissions like joint locks and chokes. These let a smaller, weaker person safely control or neutralize a larger, stronger opponent.

Why it works

Technique beats strength. By using leverage and body mechanics correctly, a properly applied technique can overcome nearly any size or strength advantage — this is the core principle Jiu-Jitsu was built on nearly a century ago.

That’s what makes it one of the most effective forms of realistic self-defense, and also one of the fastest-growing sports and fitness activities in the world.

No experience is required to start. Every class begins with the fundamentals in a safe, cooperative environment, long before any live sparring is introduced.

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