Gracie Barra Rancho Santa Margarita Youth Programs

Gracie Barra Rancho Santa Margarita Youth Programs offers Tiny Champions for ages 3 to 4, Little Champions for ages 5 to 6, Juniors for ages 7 to 8, and Teens for ages 9 to 12. The Juniors program includes structured drills, technique practice, and light sparring, while the Teens program includes more advanced drills, sparring sessions, and self-defense techniques. The program also offers GB1 All Levels & Fundamentals, GB2 Advanced, GB3 No-Gi, and GBF Women's Only.

Programs

• Tiny Champions — ages 3 to 4
• Little Champions — ages 5 to 6
• Juniors — ages 7 to 8 · Tailored for ages 7 to 8, enhances foundational Jiu-Jitsu skills while promoting respect, discipline, and teamwork. Students engage in structured drills, technique practice, and light sparring.
• Teens — ages 9 to 12 · Focuses on refining Jiu-Jitsu techniques while fostering personal growth and leadership skills. Students engage in more advanced drills, sparring sessions, and self-defense techniques.
• GB1 All Levels & Fundamentals — Focuses on foundational techniques of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Designed for beginners and emphasizes essential movements, positions, and submissions.
• GB2 Advanced — Students refine their skills and expand their knowledge of Jiu-Jitsu. Introduces more advanced techniques and concepts, including escapes, sweeps, and positional strategies.
• GB3 No-Gi — No-gi class tailored for advanced practitioners. Focuses on refining techniques without the traditional gi and explores grips, transitions, and submissions specific to no-gi Jiu-Jitsu.
• GBF Women's Only — Women’s only program that focuses on fitness and empowerment through Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu principles.

At a glance

• Ages: 3–13 years old
• General schedule: Classes run morning and evening, six days a week, across every program and level.

About the provider

The program states that it prioritizes family values and welcomes children as young as three to begin their journey in discipline, respect, and self-defense. It also says it fosters a friendly and nurturing atmosphere where every member is appreciated and encouraged to flourish. The program describes itself as a supportive and inclusive community where students come together from diverse backgrounds and share a passion for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

Last updated October 25, 2026.