One School in every community in the world.
About
We Are Gracie Barra
Leading excellence, discipline, and community since 1986.
Our Story
1986
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Our Story
Born in Rio. Built for the World.
Gracie Barra is one of the world's largest and most influential Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu organizations, leading the way in excellence, discipline, and community. Founded in 1986 by Master Carlos Gracie Jr., Gracie Barra has grown to over 1,000 schools worldwide, empowering hundreds of thousands of students, including numerous World Champions.
What sets Gracie Barra apart is our structured, global curriculum, designed to ensure consistency, safety, and progress at every level — from beginner to black belt. More than a martial arts school, we are a global family committed to personal growth, leadership development, and making Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu accessible to everyone, regardless of age, background, or experience.
1986
Year Founded
900+
Schools Worldwide
50+
Countries
100s
World Champions
Our Philosophy
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Is a Way of Life
Our PhilosophyWe are committed to positively changing people's lives through Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. We believe that our value as human beings is how much we contribute to other people, to our community and to the planet.
Personal Growth
Every step on the mat reveals more about yourself than any technique — building resilience, patience, and the will to rise.
Service to Others
True strength is measured not by what you achieve, but by how much you lift those around you. We train to serve.
Community First
From Rio to Limassol, the Gracie Barra family is one. On the mat, rank and background fade — there is only the art.
Teach Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for Everyone.
Values
Your Journey Starts Here
The first step is free.
Walk in as a beginner. Leave with a purpose. Your first class costs nothing — come see what Gracie Barra is about.
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