Gracie Combatives is our beginner program for adults, teaching the 36 core techniques of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu across a fixed sequence of lessons. These aren't an arbitrary starting set — they were identified through analysis of real fights as the most reliable techniques out of the hundreds that exist in jiu-jitsu, the same techniques the art was built to prove decades ago. Every class is cooperative, with no live sparring required, so complete beginners learn at a safe, steady pace.
Experience Gracie Jiu-Jitsu with 10 days of unlimited classes—completely free.
During your free trial, you’ll be able to:
Train in beginner-friendly classes led by certified instructors.
Learn practical self-defense and real Jiu-Jitsu techniques.
Meet our students and experience our welcoming community.
See if our academy is the right fit for you—with no obligation and no pressure.
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.
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.
