Gracie Barra San Marcos

Gracie Barra San Marcos offers Tiny Champions, Little Champions 1 (LC 1), Little Champions 2 (LC 2), Juniors & Teens, GB1 Adults All Levels, GB1 Gi Fundamentals, GB1 No-Gi Fundamentals, GB2 Live Training, Sparring & Advanced Drills, Family Class, and Black Belt Mastery. The program is listed for ages 3 to 19.

Programs

• Tiny Champions — 3-4 years old
• Little Champions 1 (LC 1) — 5-6 years old
• Little Champions 2 (LC 2) — 7-9 years old
• Juniors & Teens — 10-15 years old
• GB1 Adults All Levels
• GB1 Gi Fundamentals
• GB1 No-Gi Fundamentals
• GB2 Live Training
• Sparring & Advanced Drills
• Family Class
• Black Belt Mastery

At a glance

• Ages: 3–18 years old
• Facility hours: Mon–Fri: 11:00 AM–8:00 PM; Sat: 9:00 AM–1:00 PM; Sun: Closed

About the provider

The head instructor is Professor Michael Yu. He has trained for more than 13 years at Gracie Barra Headquarters in Irvine and earned his black belt in 2022 under Professor Philipe Della Monica. He has a wrestling background and prior experience coaching youth and high-school wrestling. The program states a mission of world-class Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and self-defense for kids, teens, adults, and families in San Marcos, and it is described as part of a worldwide Gracie Barra Jiu-Jitsu community.

No previous martial arts experience is needed. Beginners are welcome. Classes are structured for all levels and ages. The academy offers separate paths for kids, teens, adults, and families in one shared community. Trial booking flow is used to select Adult or Child and view available trial times.

Last updated October 29, 2026.