Gracie Barra Kids (GBK) Jiu-Jitsu Program

The Gracie Barra Kids (GBK) Jiu-Jitsu Program introduces children to Jiu-Jitsu through classes that include self-defence, takedowns, and ground techniques. The program follows a structured curriculum used across the global Gracie Barra network and is part of a school that states it is dedicated to providing world-class Jiu-Jitsu instruction in a safe, structured, and welcoming environment.

• Ages: 5–12 years old
• Schedule: Class options available during school hours and after school on weekdays, with additional Saturday morning classes (within overall school hours: Monday–Friday between morning, midday, and evening blocks, and Saturday mornings)

Gracie Barra was founded in 1986 by Master Carlos Gracie Jr. and is described as one of the world’s largest and most influential Jiu-Jitsu organizations, with over 1,000 schools across six continents and hundreds of thousands of students, including numerous World Champions. The organization states that its mission is to teach “Jiu-Jitsu for Everyone,” with a vision of one school in every community in the world, and that its core values are Brotherhood, Integrity, and Development. Gracie Barra describes itself as more than a martial arts school, calling it a global family committed to personal growth, leadership development, and making Jiu-Jitsu accessible to everyone, and it states that Jiu-Jitsu is a way of life rooted in personal growth, service, and community.

Gracie Barra also states that it is committed to positively changing people’s lives through Jiu-Jitsu and that its value as human beings is measured by how much they contribute to other people, their community, and the planet. The organization uses a structured, global curriculum designed to ensure consistency, safety, and progress at every level from beginner to black belt, and the Gracie Barra Red Shield represents a global family united by shared values. Gracie Barra is powered by several purpose-driven organizations, including GB Wear for uniforms and apparel, the GB Institute for educational resources and leadership and training programs, GB Online for video instruction and training resources, GB Events for summits, camps, and leadership conferences, and Compnet, a tournament league offering a structured competition experience for members of all skill levels.

Parents and students have shared public testimonials about their experiences at Gracie Barra, including comments that the environment has been welcoming, that staff have encouraged improvements in skills and training, and that children have enjoyed attending classes. Some testimonials describe the school as a family-like environment and mention that instructors are skilled and supportive, that class structure suits younger age groups, and that schedule flexibility has worked well for busy families.

Last updated May 15, 2026.