I trained at Gracie Barra Long Beach for nearly three years. I'm a teacher, so I recognize good teachers when I see them. I'm a slow learner, and I've never been particularly athletic, but everyone at GB Long Beach consistently taught me with patience and good humor. There is a strong team atmosphere at GB Long Beach; higher belts are uniformly friendly and approachable. The black belts are all highly skilled, and Professor Rodrigo is a seasoned competitor who is always willing to share advice. The facility itself is clean, well-lit, and smoothly organized. If you are looking for a place to learn Brazilian jiujitsu, this is the spot for you. read more

Fantastic gym with amazing coaches, clean facility, and dedicated ownership. My son has been here for nearly 6 years and my daughter has now joined him after having attended as a preschooler. My son, even after all these years, continues to learn not only jiu jitsu, but sportsmanship, discipline, and respect. We are so grateful for the skills and guidance that Profesor Rodrigo and all the coaches have instilled in our son both on and off the mat. We feel confident now that our child would be able to defend himself if needed. We highly recommend to parents. You can attend Monday-Saturday (Friday competition class with approval and Saturday parent and child class) if you truly wanted to. We have been involved in several sports in the area and you really can't beat the value of this gym. read more

Great gym with great people and environment. I started here three years ago and still look forward to going to every class I can get to each week. This gym will accommodate every skill level out there. There's a great mix of hobbyist, people looking to learn self-defense, and competitors. The class schedule is as accommodating as it gets with four 6AM classes and PM classes each day of the week. The kids' classes are great. I have both of my kids in them, and they love it. The Professors and coaches are intentional with their instruction and the kids are engaged. Super clean and great vibe all around. I can't speak to other gyms, but I have trained in a lot of different ones in my travels in and out of the GB family and this is home. read more

I've been a member of GBLB since 2018 and absolutely love this gym! I attend the 6am classes with Professor Brian and enjoy the camaraderie and social aspect. Since 2018, I've had two kids and continued to train while pregnant (for as long as I could handle). My teammates are skilled and technical enough to have worked with me to keep me healthy during my pregnancies! Classes start right on time with the option to stay longer if your schedule allows. Classes are highly structured and as safe as jiujitsu can be. As a small woman among big men in the morning classes, I can comfortably roll with the bigger guys without fear of injury. In the morning, the class size is small enough to get a lot of mat time. I feel confident in being able to fight a random dad at Disneyland if the situation arose. Professor Rodrigo is also the cleanest person I know. The gym is absolutely immaculate and reflects his dedication to Konmari style cleanliness. Mats are disinfected after every use and the guys practice proper slipper hygiene. Love the gym, my buddies, and Professors. read more

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My son has been training at GB Long Beach for two years. He has learned so much from discipline and self-confidence. The facility is very clean. The professors are all great and professional. Our only regret is, we didn't have him start sooner. read more

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highly recommend this academy for anyone interested in jiu-jitsu. My daughter has been attending classes here for a year, and the progress she has made is truly remarkable. The instructors are not only skilled and knowledgeable but also incredibly kind and patient with the children. They create a fun and engaging learning environment, fostering both physical and mental growth. I am grateful for their dedication and the positive impact they have had on my daughter's life. This academy is definitely worth promoting! read more

we love Gracie Barra Long Beach! The instructors are great and the organization has been very accommodating to us.

It's the best place to really learn BJJ. Amazing professors and great students, you'll learn and grow! read more

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An amazing staff, they are great with the kids and awesome at keeping the boys focused and motivated. Great family and team atmosphere.

I highly recommend Gracie Barra LB. My son has been coming for a year and he's grown so much. It's a safe and fun environment to learn. The coaches are amazing and have so much patience with the little ones. read more

Our kids have been training at Gracie Barra for several years. We love the instructors and confidence they have built during their training. Very positive environment and an absolute wonderful place for kids to learn jiu jitsu. read more

My son has been enjoying his BJJ journey these past 2 years. Great environment for the little ones to learn.

I started taking my son in 2021when he was 6 years old. This is a great place to take your kids to learn how to be discipline and accountable for their actions as well as learning how to respect each other and how to defend them themselves. Great team of professors and coaches! He's nine years old now and still going strong. highly recommended!!! read more

Hands down the best gym in the area. We been bringing our 10 year old daughter going on almost a year and she absolutely loves it. Love the environment and the instructors. Great job Gracie Barra Long Beach. read more

The best BJJ around! Professor Rodrigo is so welcoming and the whole community is awesome. 5 stars!

The best jiu jitsu gym I have trained at by far I have been here for two years and the environment and staff are amazing and highly skilled in their craft you won't be be disappointed this gym treats you like family , thank you professor rodrigo for all the valuable lessons and experience read more

Gracie Barra Long Beach is hands down the best jiu jitsu gym in the area! Professor Rodrigo provides a warm and welcoming environment where everyone feels like family! I've been training here since 2020 with no plans of leaving. Come train with us!!! read more

My youngest son started coming to GB Long Beach about nine months ago. He has never been super into sports but from the moment we walked into the class, he has felt nothing but positive and motivating energy from everyone. I couldn't ask for better professors, they are all great and very helpful. read more

Been training here since 2016. Nothing like tuning out your stress levels and learning this martial art. read more

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This review is long overdue since my daughters started training here in 2017 at 5 and 7 years old. If you're thinking of training real deal Brazilian jiu jitsu or enrolling your child, in a welcoming, family oriented, safe and clean academy, then GB Long Beach is the place you want to be! Very high level instruction and lots of skilled training partners for kids up through adults. It's been an amazing experience to watch my children's growth Gi and No Gi jiu jitsu and all the intangibles this school has taught them like discipline, self confidence, character, sportsmanship, loyalty etc... Professor Rodrigo, Prof. Mike, Prof. Mitchell, Coach Meg and so many others that there's to many to type have been guardian angels in my daughters lives and an integral part of their development. I would highly recommend Gracie Barra Long Beach, in my humble opinion it's the absolute best BJJ gym in Long Beach and Southern California! One of the best decision I ever made was signing them up and making sure they stayed consistent coming to class to learn! If you're on the fence and debating where you should sign up to start your jiu jitsu journey, you have to give GB LB a try, you won't regret it! read more

My kids have been going here for almost two years. They love it. Great emphasis on fundamentals. Highly recommend their kids program.

I have a five-year-old did you signed up for the program and every instructor? Even the youth instructors are very tentative to the point where I walked into my kitchen and I caught my five-year-old daughter, practicing her pendulum sweep with her Barbie dolls using the exact words that were told to her from day one I highly recommend this place. read more

We're one of the newest in the gym and have felt welcomed every step of the way. Our kids enjoy being there and we appreciate all the time given to the kids when they need the help. It has felt like a family and the professors are amazing with the kids. read more

I'm only three weeks into my time at Gracie Barra and yet I already feel the sense of community this place has. People are friendly, helpful, and genuinely want to see you get better. One of the best decisions I've made this year was to sign up! read more

After 2 years of being away from this Dojo. The kids revisited their old Professor Rodrigo and Coach Mitchel ... Professor Rodrigo is one of those memorable people in my kids lives. They'll never forget their first Professor... He and the coaches and the dojo will never let you down. Still teaching awesome techniques and still great with the kids... This was my kids #3rd stop of their Gracie Barra Summer Tour. read more

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I've been training at GB Long Beach for 5 years, and it's been a wonderful experience. Professor Rodrigo has a system that helps everyone learn the art of jiujitsu. If you go to class consistently, you WILL improve! GB Long Beach has a flexible schedule, and I train with the 6AM class that Professor Brian runs. There is a strong spirit of camaraderie and friendship amongst my classmates, and I know one thing for sure; rolling with great people is the best way to start any day! Go GB Long Beach!!!!!! read more

Professional and friendly! My son has had such a wonderful experience here. He enjoys it so much and has learned a lot. Caring and kind staff. An amazing experience! read more

Nothing but good things to say about this Gracie Barra Long Beach. Professor Rodrigo and company have cultivated an amazing environment here. It doesn't matter if you're 4 years old, 99 years old, a world class athlete or someone that's been on the couch for the last 10 years; this is a place for everyone. This place is truly magical, better than Disneyland. Come check it out, you will not regret it! read more

My son LOVES Gracie Barra Jiu Jitsu Long Beach! We had him try another jiu jitsu school and he didn't seem to like it. At both schools he was given a gi to wear and participated in a free lesson. The difference is, at Gracie Barra Long Beach, he loved it and wanted to sign up that same day. Since that first lesson, he's excited to go to class everyday. He's not only learning jiu jitsu but he's making new friends as well. As a parent, I love that my son is not only learning jiu jitsu, but also being reminded about good manners, good hygiene and not being afraid to stand up for himself. All of the professors are great at teaching and training the students. I highly recommend this particular jiu jitsu school for any child who wants to learn a martial art. Not all schools are created equal, and as far as I'm concerned, this one is THE BEST!! read more

My family has been going here for over 10 years and we absolutely love it. The coaches really care about the students development. Highly recommend. read more

A year later of consistency & dedication and I cant be happier with the journey. I now have my daughters (4 and 8) enrolled and both are greatly benefiting from the discipline and patience instilled in them at this developmentally crucial age from other adults besides mommy and daddy. It takes a village to raise a child and I cant think of a more qualified martial arts family than here at Lakewood Village in the LBC. read more

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Great coaches, giving proper help and guidance tk those in need and that show they are wanting to better themselves

Since my previous review I have been a student here for the last 5 years and I can't imagine my life without BJJ and GBLB. The school has moved but it's still the same friendly family environment when I first joined. Professor Rodrigo is the main man now and always have time when you need help or have questions about moves or BJJ in general. Once you step on the mats you will see there are variety of people from different walks of life who have joined for numerous reasons. Some of whom may to go on competing, self defense, or the most popular reason of general fitness. Every student there from the the brown belts to white belts are there to help you out and make you feel as welcomed as possible. It's not like some schools where they toss you into the jungle and see if you can survive. They will take you step by step and guide you on the right path. Professor Rodrigo is there to teach the students and ensure a safe environment for all students. If you were going to study a martial art BJJ would be the best choice and this is the place to learn it. One of the best things you can do for yourself, children, or loved one. read more

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Well, what can I say. I have been training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for 7 months at Gracie Barra Long Beach and I can honestly say, it has been one of the best decisions I have ever made. Professor Rodrigo is an amazing teacher and his stellar reputation within the GB network definitely proceeds him. His attention to detail is phenomenal. The facility always looks immaculate. I have also had the opportunity to cultivate strong friendships with my fellow students, coaches and families that train here and love that fact that we all have the same passion for the art. Truly in terms of BJJ schools, GB Long Beach is a shining example of how it should be done, and has set the gold standard. Kudos Professor Rodrigo to you and your team of coaches. Keep doing what you're doing! read more

I originally started at a different Gracie Barra location but since I moved to Long Beach I found this school and have fell in love with it. Professor Rodrigo is a great instructor and pays close attention to detail in techniques which ultimately helps me improve my game. The people who train here are very friendly and easy to get along with. Since day one I have felt welcomed at this academy. The team ranges in age, rank, and size which is great to train with. To top it all off the academy itself is always clean and has a lot of mat space! Definitely recommend checking out the school! read more

I signed up both of my boys and I at Gracie Barra Long Beach. My boys are ages 7, 11 and I am 34. Profesor Rodrigo does a good job of demonstrating detailed technique in a way that is easy to understand. The class atmosphere is safe, friendly and welcoming. The senior students are eager to share what they've learned with less knowledgeable students and there's a sense of comraderie among everyone here. My boys and I are benefiting from the physical aspect of Jiu Jitsu as well. I highly recommend Gracie Barra for anyone wanting to learn self-defense or anyone wanting to get a workout without feeling like you're working out. read more

My two oldest sons went here for a couple of years before high school. Since my littlest has turned 5 we have returned. Wouldn't have thought to go to another school. GBLB is one big family. My son loves coming and sparing with his friends! Hope he stays with it for a long time! read more

Gracie Barra Long Beach - Martial Arts Near Me - Long Beach, California

This academy is everything you want as a parent for your kid. If you are looking for your child to train BJJ, look no further. Very attentive to all kids, including ones without experience. I've noticed incredible improvements in all kids in their confidence, technique, physical performance and discipline. Awesome, certified staff. Professor Rodrigo is great with kids and takes his time instructing. Place is clean, spacious, organized and tidy. Offers multiple days and times for kids classes, as well as adults at every level. Located in Long Beach on Viking Way, near Carson/Bellflower Blvd intersection. read more

Our son has done martial arts since he was 4. We met Professor Rodrigo in 2015. Joining the Garcie Barra Long Beach family has been one of the best decisions we could have ever made for our son and family. For our son he receives world class instruction in a progressive and very safe environment. Rodrigos world class experience is evident in the technical training/teaching/learning, it amazes us how his instruction gives our son the ability to apply those techniques in real time. He improves w every single lesson. Our son Jay is lucky to be a part of the family. He absolutely loves it!!! It makes us very happy, GB LB, Rodrigo Obrigado!!! read more

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I noticed immediately that everyone shares in the same dedication to learning the art of jiu-jitsu. In addition, fellow students are more than willing to extend their knowledge on the martial art to help you along with your training. The classes aren't so big that you get lost in the shuffle or too small that you lose the motivation. I usually see the same students when I go, about 3 or 4 times a week which tells me they're just as motivated as I am to learn, if not more. Each class has at least two instructors to guide you with your training. Professor Rodrigo, both coach Adam's, coach Mike and Mitchell are really knowledgeable and guide you throughout the entire time covering safety, defense, and offense. Speaking of training, sparring sessions challenge you both mentally and physically since you're expected to spar with different students, and at different levels so you really have to approach each sparring session differently. I have my son enrolled in the future champs program as well and I can't stress how much he enjoys his classes. All the exercises and sparring are built around his age level and the one thing I noticed immediately from him was enjoying being part of the Gracie Barra team. He's quite proud of wearing his gi (kimono) and the red shield patches that I have to almost pry the gi off after his training sessions. He's made several friends at this academy and I couldn't be happier as a parent knowing that he's learning a discipline all the while having fun doing it. read more