Gracie Barra River Oaks Kids & Homeschool Jiu-Jitsu Programs
Gracie Barra River Oaks, 4310 Westheimer Rd #240, #240, Houston, TX 77027
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Gracie Barra River Oaks Kids & Homeschool Jiu-Jitsu Programs offers Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, self-defense, and martial arts classes for children and teens. Each class at Gracie Barra River Oaks is customized to offer maximum benefit for the students in attendance. The program includes a Homeschool Jiu-Jitsu Program that is presented as a complete option for kids and teens in a safe, structured environment with professional coaching.
• Ages: 4–18 years old
The Homeschool Jiu-Jitsu Program is described as perfect for complementing homeschooling with physical activity and life skills. Students in these programs enjoy access to over 700 Gracie Barra schools worldwide, professional-quality Jiu-Jitsu gear, and online resources to further their training. Families are invited to schedule a free class and intro session at no cost.
The programs are led by Head Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Instructor, Professor, and Owner Ulpiano Malachias, who has over 30 years of experience. Ulpiano Malachias is a certified International Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Federation referee. His main achievements as an IBJJF black belt include Asian Champion (2006); American National Champion in his weight division (2004, 2005, 2008); American National Champion Open Division black belt (2008); Pan American Championship Silver Medal (2010); Pan American Championship Bronze Medal (2011, 2005, 2004); World Nogi Bronze Medal black belt (2008); European Championship Bronze Medal (2007); European Championship Silver Medal (2009); Houston Open Champion (2013); Houston Open Silver Medal (2014); Houston Open Silver Medal Open Division (2014); Dallas Open Silver Medal (2011); Dallas Open Championship Bronze Medal (2013, 2014); and IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Championship Open 2022 Gold Medal.
Gracie Barra is described as one of the most trusted names in martial arts, with values, commitment to excellence, and dedication to Jiu-Jitsu that have set it apart as a leader in the Rio Rancho martial arts community. Gracie Barra is a worldwide community of Jiu-Jitsu instructors, students, and athletes, with more than 800 schools on six continents. Gracie Barra River Oaks is described as a website dedicated to the world of jiu-jitsu, led by master Ulpiano Malachias.
Parents and students in reviews describe the facility as clean and spacious, with free valet parking and lots of classes including fundamental, advanced, women’s, and kids’ options, and mention an early morning class at 6 a.m. Reviews also describe the instructors and coaches, including Professor Ulpiano and his team, as professional, knowledgeable, and world class, with individual attention given to students and a safe space for everyone to learn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Multiple reviewers highlight the program as great for kids, with amazing staff and an awesome gym environment.
Last updated January 30, 2026.
• Ages: 4–18 years old
The Homeschool Jiu-Jitsu Program is described as perfect for complementing homeschooling with physical activity and life skills. Students in these programs enjoy access to over 700 Gracie Barra schools worldwide, professional-quality Jiu-Jitsu gear, and online resources to further their training. Families are invited to schedule a free class and intro session at no cost.
The programs are led by Head Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Instructor, Professor, and Owner Ulpiano Malachias, who has over 30 years of experience. Ulpiano Malachias is a certified International Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Federation referee. His main achievements as an IBJJF black belt include Asian Champion (2006); American National Champion in his weight division (2004, 2005, 2008); American National Champion Open Division black belt (2008); Pan American Championship Silver Medal (2010); Pan American Championship Bronze Medal (2011, 2005, 2004); World Nogi Bronze Medal black belt (2008); European Championship Bronze Medal (2007); European Championship Silver Medal (2009); Houston Open Champion (2013); Houston Open Silver Medal (2014); Houston Open Silver Medal Open Division (2014); Dallas Open Silver Medal (2011); Dallas Open Championship Bronze Medal (2013, 2014); and IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Championship Open 2022 Gold Medal.
Gracie Barra is described as one of the most trusted names in martial arts, with values, commitment to excellence, and dedication to Jiu-Jitsu that have set it apart as a leader in the Rio Rancho martial arts community. Gracie Barra is a worldwide community of Jiu-Jitsu instructors, students, and athletes, with more than 800 schools on six continents. Gracie Barra River Oaks is described as a website dedicated to the world of jiu-jitsu, led by master Ulpiano Malachias.
Parents and students in reviews describe the facility as clean and spacious, with free valet parking and lots of classes including fundamental, advanced, women’s, and kids’ options, and mention an early morning class at 6 a.m. Reviews also describe the instructors and coaches, including Professor Ulpiano and his team, as professional, knowledgeable, and world class, with individual attention given to students and a safe space for everyone to learn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Multiple reviewers highlight the program as great for kids, with amazing staff and an awesome gym environment.
Last updated January 30, 2026.
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