very impressive how good these guys are with kids. Some of the coaches are teens. they are amazing at handling little kids. i bring my 5 y o Grandson here. I'm so glad to be here. The kids are constantly being taught to respect themselves and to respect others something that is greatly lacking in our society today. even kids that are upset or afraid at the beginning are quickly drawn in as they see all the other kids having so much fun if you are even doing do not want to regret it. read more

This place is the BEST!!! We have 2 kids enrolled here and they love it. We love it. They teach great self defense. How to stop being bullied and how to stop others from bullying others. They work with the kids on building self confidence and self pride. I would recommend this studio to everyone. I cannot speak for other Gracie Barra Jiu Jitsu studios but as for this one I would say it is a 12 on a 1 to 10 scale. Also all the professors are kind and patient with the kids. And all the kids are polite and patient with each other. read more

Gracie Barra San Clemente - Sebi getting his grey belt - Martial Arts Near Me - San Clemente, California

This place is top notch, the community is great, the professors are awesome, if you're looking to get into Jiu Jitsu, this is the place to do it! read more

This was my kids #10th Stop of their Gracie Barra Summer Tour. Professor Scott was awesome with the kids. Very thorough techniques being taught. Great Dojo to learn and train in ... We missed Professor Felipe; who was in Brazil ( awesome man and a great Professor to learn from ) ... As for the new Dojo ... All I can say is WOW !!! One of the biggest and better ones we've visited... read more

Gracie Barra San Clemente - The new San Clemente Dojo is HUGE!!! - Martial Arts Near Me - San Clemente, California

Awesome gym. Professor Felipe and staff always go out of their way to greet everyone who comes- parents not participating included. They are friendly, knowledgeable, and patient. Nothing but great things to say about this place. Highly recommend! read more

Gracie Barra San Clemente - Takedowns with the kids. - Martial Arts Near Me - San Clemente, California

Great place. I love how they really interact with the kids and teach them moves that they would actually use. I also like that they will talk to the students after class if they have questions. Would recommend. read more

Oh shoot I cannot believe that I've never gone to Yelp to post a review of Gracie Barra SC. Long story short- these people and this organization has changed my life! Felipe opened this school about a decade ago and I was fortunate enough to join at the beginning. Felipe is now one of my best friends. This was the missing link in my life. As an avid goal setter I had achieved many of the things I knew a person might need to achieve peace, happiness, and joy. Nevertheless something big was missing. There are countless benefits for joining this Jiu-jitsu community and you will never understand them until you become involved. JIU-JITSU IS ONE OF THE LOVES OF MY LIFE read more

I never wanted to join a jiujitsu gym until I walked in here. This place is the best. All my kids go here. All the coaches and workers are amazing. My kids hardly spar with the same kids twice. Tons of kids in this program. I've never seen so many black belts, brown, purple, and blue belts in a place before. I always leave with so much knowledge and personal coaching by the coaches. Professor Felipe and Matt are my favorites. read more

Simply put, attending Gracie Barra is one of the best things we have ever done for our family. I have trained at Gracie Barra for more than three years with all three of my children. In addition to world class Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu the Professors, coaches and instructors teach invaluable life principles and set a amazing example for my children. At every turn, they have worked tirelessly to improve an already phenomenal children's program and have quickly address every concern I've had with care. Authenticity, honesty, discipline, kindness, family, passion and personal development are just a few of the things you get by joining Gracie Barra. read more

Super fun place, my son and his friends LOVE it!!! I cannot say enough good things about the positive environment and the values they teach the kids. All the professors have help my son become more confident, patient, and a better listener (which for a five year old it can be difficult sometimes lol). I would highly recommend signing your child (boy or girl) up here. read more

Gracie Barra San Clemente - An amazing friendship, and role model - Martial Arts Near Me - San Clemente, California

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One of the best things I've done is sign my daughter up for classes here. They are amazing! The coaches are supportive and encouraging, they really care about the students. They teach respect for others and themselves. My daughter has learned valuable skills to take care of herself if needed and she has a sense of pride mixed with a good amount of humbleness. I highly recommend this place. read more

Gracie Barra San Clemente is a fantastic place to train Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. I trained at a different school on the east coast for over 6 years before moving to the area. After 1 week at GB San Clemente, I knew this was the place for me. I've been a student here for over a year now, and this place is as good as it gets. The instructors are amazing, and the culture is fun and challenging. Everyone who I train with is there to learn and make each other better. The instructors do an excellent job of teaching and ensuring that everyone understands what's going on and is having fun. If you are considering this school or this sport, you have to come and try this place! read more

I am a 13 year old student that attends these classes. They teach both self defense and sport jiu jitsu. The coaches are very nice and only want to make you better. It's very fun to spare against people and doing so makes you better. The coaches also have philosophy and tips so that your life outside of Gracie Barra is fun and enjoyable. If you want to learn jiu jitsu and lessons for life then Gracie Barra is the way to go. read more

My son participated in this class last week and absolutely loved it! My son and I are so excited for this new opportunity. I know this will be so beneficial for him. I'm a single parent and my son does not have healthy male role models in his life. Professor Felipe and coach Ryan and all of the other staff have made us feel so welcome. They are genuinely concerned about the well being of your child and find time every class to ask the child how they are doing, while encouraging and praising throughout instruction. Thank you so much for making my son feel good about himself! read more

I have been training here since 2009 and attend 3-4x/wk. The excellent world-class instruction is matched by the excellent world-class niceness of the instructors. Professor Flavio and Professor Felipe make certain that the students always come first with respect to safety and learning. I train in the noon class primarily and the other students are incredibly nice and ego-free. I have never been injured by another student - only when I try something my 50 y/o body should not be doing :) Training with these guys keeps me in great shape and it's something I plan on doing for a long, long time. Most important to me is the nature of the people I train with. Professor Flavio and Professor Felipe really are the sort of people you want in your life. They are honest and caring individuals and this shows both on and off the mats. They set the tone for the school and I think the way the students train and act towards each other speaks volumes of the quality of the leadership that runs this studio. My advice is to give this a try. Careful though...Jiu Jitsu can be addictive! read more

Our 2 sons have been training at Gracie Barra San Clemente since 4 years old and are now 7 and 9. Professors Felipe and Flavio as well as the other instructors are nothing short of magical when it comes to making our boys better human beings. Gracie Barra is a valuable staple in our sons upbringing. read more

The professionalism, passion, and enthusiasm here makes for an amazing environment for my son to learn. All of the instructors here are knowledgeable and kind. The natural interaction between the instructors and their young students shows how much they love what they do. I'm thrilled that I found Gracie Barra for my son. read more

We have been going here for over a month and my son loves it! They are very knowledgeable and have lots of patience. My son is in the 5-6yr old class and I am looking forward to joining myself. read more

I cannot recommend this place enough! The most amazing children's curriculum. The professors are extremely talented and professional. They genuinely love the kids and give them the instruction, motivation and the time they need. My daughter and son both love it. I am very happy and we will never go anywhere else. read more

I have been training at GBJJ San Clemente for about 2 months. Felipe and Diogo provide an environment that is engaging and motivating and the other students demonstrate the same enthusiasm and respect for each other and the sport. While my 57 year old body is feeling a bit battered I look forward to every time I can attend. The other students appreciate me being a rookie and I learn as much from them as from the professors. It is an intellectual and physical challenge but there is a spirit of family and comraderie across all involved. Keep up the good work! read more

Gracie Barra SC has the best youth program! After much research, my husband decided to take my 4 year old to GBSC for his first free class. Doug, the program director, gave him a gi to wear and the professors went out of their way to make him feel comfortable. During the class, a coach stayed with my son the whole time, helping him with the skills and training exercises. My shy 4 year old was pumped by the end, and we signed up. We have been there for 6 months, and my son is still excited to go to every class. He is tall and not the most coordinated kid,and BJJ has really helped him get in better control of his body. Highly recommend Gracie Barra SC! read more

Gracie Barra is an important part of our family's life. My son, daughter, and husband have all trained here. The environment is very positive and structured for the kids. Professors Scott and Felipe are incredible with the students. They take the time to really work with the kids and learn each student's strengths and weaknesses. My kids have also attended the anti-bullying class and have learned some good advice on how to deal with bullying. I highly recommend Gracie Barra San Clemente to anyone who is considering joining whether it be for kids or adults. read more

I just want to thank Gracie Barra San Clemente for changing my Husband and my 6 year old son's lives. My son needed a push to join a sport because he is a little shy at first. We let him do a free trial class and he liked it. He said he wanted to go back and it has been 3 months now that he goes every week.. He has grown in his confidence and strength. He has used the lessons taught by the professors to be on top of his chores, treating elders with respect and looking out for the little guys who are mistreated. He doesn't use physical contact outside of his class but if he was attacked he would have more defense than had he not been taught the amazing art of Jiu Jitsu. My husband loves to train and learn the techniques and is treated like family. This establishment has cared for the clients with respect and kindness. It is a great place to get away from the stresses of life and get in good physical shape. On Sat. parents can train on the matt with their kids and it is a great way for me to learn some moves and be a part of my sons life. read more

We can't wait to get started!. Just signed our 3.5yr old up and was very impressed with the people who work and coach there. Multiple times a coach came up to me during my son's trial class to reassure me that my son was doing great and asked me if I was happy with the instruction he was getting. They really went out of their way to make him feel like a part of the class. Gym was extremely clean and you could tell there was a general atmosphere of respect for parents, kids and co-workers. read more

If you are searching for a place to learn Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, either for yourself or your child, you can stop reading all the reviews now. You can do no better than Gracie Barra San Clemente. I can tell you how the instructors and professors are the best out there...but to meet them is to understand. I can tell you how you will be greeted by a phenomenal staff in a welcoming, no pressure, positive atmosphere...but just entering through their doors can truly show you. I can tell you that your child will experience world class instruction by a team of instructors who collectively encompass an unbelievable level of expertise and experience delivered in a manner that is fun, positive, disciplined, respectful, structured and shows that they truly care about your child...but letting your child try their class lets them experience it for themselves. I can tell you that in 3.5 years of having my son (14) attend GB San Clemente, and now my daughter (12) as well, I have never heard a negative comment about this school...but to become a part of their family will show you why. I can tell you that as a parent, I couldn't ask for better individuals for my son to look up to, to emulate, to be influenced by, or spend time with than the staff at Gracie Barra San Clemente. They have truly played a role in helping define the responsible, respectful, dedicated young man that he is. He now spends 8 hours a week there between his own classes and helping teach their Little Champs Classes. Their program has continued to evolve and grow and they are always seeking ways to improve their classes to give the highest level of training to their students. Their new elite kids' Titanium Team which is a joint venture with GB Dana Point, has continued to push those students to even greater levels of discipline and training surpassing anything they have done before. You will not find another BJJ school that comes close to theirs in the quality of the individuals, the level of expertise on the mats, the familial environment, or the care and concern shown to the students while providing them with the greatest chances of success in BJJ and in life. Go see for yourself, you will not be disappointed! read more

Love this place! Felipe and Diogo are amazing with kids and truly care. They have given me and my son(5 years old) great advice on many occasions. I highly recommend GBJJ San Clemente! My only regret is that we did not get started with them sooner. read more

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Gracie Barra San Clemente! I would give this place 100 stars if I could!! We have had our children there for over a year and a half and will continue as long as they want to. The professors and coaches have been nothing but loving, kind, encouraging, supportive and patient with my kids as well as all the others. They have such a love and a passion not only for the sport, but for every single child that walks through those doors!! One of our kids has special needs. I don't even know how to describe how grateful we are to Gracie Barra and the staff for what they have done for our special boy. They have given him a confidence he didn't have before and they have helped him to feel like a part of the team. My children LOVE it here and so do we as their parents!! I cannot think of a better way to spend our money. A great way to invest into your children's lives!!!!!! Worth every penny. read more