Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Phoenix

Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Phoenix offers Gracie Bullyproof for ages 5-13. The program is a kids' non-violent self-defense program focused on communication skills, boundary-setting, character development, and verbal and physical tools. It also lists a Bullyproof Summer Camp for ages 6-12.

Programs

• Gracie Bullyproof — Ages 5-13; Little Champs (Ages 5-7) and Junior Grapplers (Ages 8-13) · Kids' non-violent self-defense program focused on communication skills, boundary-setting, character development, and verbal and physical tools.
• Gracie Combatives — Beginners; no experience required · One-hour classes; can start at any point; 23 lessons in any order · Beginner adult self-defense program with 36 essential techniques in a safe, structured, cooperative environment.
• Master Cycle — Advanced Gracie Jiu-Jitsu program.
• Women Empowered — Women’s self-defense program; no experience required.
• Bullyproof Summer Camp — Ages 6-12 · 5 days; Jul 27th-Jul 31st, 8:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. · Summer camp listing shown on the site.
• Free Women’s Self-Defense Seminar — Sun, July 12th, 2026, 9:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. · Free seminar; no experience necessary.

At a glance

• Ages: 5–18 years old
• General schedule: Students can train once a week or five days a week. Gracie Combatives classes are one-hour classes and can be taken at any point in the course.
• Facility hours: Tatum: Mon 5:30 a.m.-7:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m., 4:15 p.m.-9:00 p.m.; Tue 5:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m., 3:30 p.m.-7:45 p.m.; Wed 5:30 a.m.-7:30 a.m., 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., 4:15 p.m.-9:00 p.m.; Thu 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., 3:30 p.m.-7:45 p.m.; Fri 5:30 a.m.-8:00 a.m., 10:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m., 4:45 p.m.-9:00 p.m.; Sat 5:30 a.m.-2:15 p.m.; Sun closed. Bell: Mon 9:00 a.m.-10:30 a.m., 3:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.; Tue 10:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m., 5:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.; Wed 9:00 a.m.-10:30 a.m., 3:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.; Thu 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m., 5:30 p.m.-7:00 p.m.; Fri closed; Sat closed; Sun closed.

About the provider

Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Phoenix was founded in 2012. Adam Ideson is the Founder and Head Instructor, and the site says the instructor team includes 18 Certified Instructors. The program's mission is to create a welcoming home for real self-defense. The site says Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Phoenix is recognized by Gracie University as one of the top Certified Training Centers worldwide for instructional excellence, culture, and student experience, and that the Tatum Academy is one of only seven Elite CTCs worldwide. It also says two Phoenix locations are Gracie University Certified Training Centers, and all coaches have completed Gracie University’s Instructor Certification Program and are re-certified every two years.

• Private Lessons — Personalized lessons with instructors adjusting lesson order to optimize learning and skill development.
• Private Seminars — Team-building seminars for groups and organizations.

The programs are described as safe, structured, supportive, and non-violent. Bullyproof teaches children never to initiate physical aggression and to use the five Rules of Engagement. Free 10-day trial has no commitment and requires returning the free uniform if not continuing.

What families say

“If you have even the tiniest bit of curiosity about Jiu-Jitsu, then you really should try it out. No pressure environment, with encouraging accredited professionals showing every detail of your combatives course. Self defense has never been so fun and safe.” — R. Monnette

Last updated August 31, 2026.