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Gracie Barra
Studio City

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Los Angeles: For Everyone, At Any Age

Where Family Values Meet Cleanliness, Organization, and Discipline.

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Gracie Barra Jiu Jitsu Academy

Empowering minds, bodies, and spirits in Studio City, Los Angeles through Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, and fitness. Discover discipline, confidence, and community in every training session.

  • 3 & UpAges on the mat
  • 4Disciplines taught
  • 2024Founded in Studio City
  • 5Google & Yelp rated

Our Programs

We provide NoGi, Muay Thai and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu classes in Studio City, Los Angeles, for all levels starting from age 3 & Up!

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Programs for Teens/Adults

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Muay Thai for teens and adults. BJJ sharpens your grappling, self-defense, and confidence; Muay Thai builds striking, fitness, and agility. Train one — or both — and get seriously fit while you learn.

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Programs for Kids

Fun, age-appropriate Jiu-Jitsu that builds strength, discipline, and confidence in young athletes. Certified instructors, a safe and supportive mat — your kids will thrive on and off it.

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Programs for Women

Women's Jiu-Jitsu and Muay Thai in Studio City, in a supportive, encouraging room. Learn foundational technique and practical self-defense while building real strength and resilience — beginners and returning students both welcome.

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Why Are These Programs Important?

  1. Respect and Motivation

    A supportive room built on mutual respect, where students push each other to grow.

  2. Discipline and Confidence

    Habits that hold up off the mat — physical and mental confidence, earned rep by rep.

  3. Self-Defense and Strength

    Real self-defense skill, physical strength, and resilience that compound over time.

  4. Flexibility and Balance

    Flexibility, balance, agility, and coordination developed through Jiu-Jitsu and Muay Thai.

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Free Trial Class

Try Advanced Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with our free trial classes! Meet our expert coaches, explore our space, and find the perfect class for you.

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About Gracie Barra Studio City

Founded in September 2024, Gracie Barra Studio City grew out of a deep love for the sport. Our roots follow the legendary Gracie family, the pioneers of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu — and inspired by that legacy, we built a space where students of every age and background can learn, train, and thrive.

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Meet The Coaches

Fabio Trindade in a blue gi with black belt on the mat with kids training behind him

Fabio Trindade

Head Instructor

Rodrigo Costa, black belt in a white gi, in front of the Gracie Barra Studio City California wall logo

Rodrigo Costa

Trainer

Elizabeth Hawk, trainer, in a Gracie Barra rash guard

Elizabeth Hawk

Trainer

Johnny Saadeh in a brown Equipe rash guard with a gold competition medal

Johnny Saadeh

Trainer

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Why Choose Us!

World-Class Instruction

Black-belt coaches from the Gracie Barra lineage, led by Professor Fabio Trindade.

Comprehensive Training Programs

Gi, No-Gi, and Muay Thai across kids, teens, adults, and women's classes.

Supportive Community

A clean, organized, family-first academy where beginners are genuinely welcome.

Free Trial Classes

Walk in, train a full class, and decide afterwards — no commitment.

Join Our Happy Jiu Jitsu Family

★★★★★

“I have been practicing Jiu-jitsu for a few years now, I have tried multiple different gyms, and the team at Gracie Barra Studio City is second to none! Fabio is an incredible teacher and I would recommend this gym to beginners and veterans alike. Go check them out!”

Lefeba Gougis

★★★★★

“Just transferred to this gym because it was near by; already loving it. I'd recommend it”

Jack A

★★★★★

“Professor Fabio is an amazing professor. He doesn't just talk the talk, he walks the walk. He's been involved in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and MMA for decades and he is an expert in his craft. But his most important quality is that he's an amazing human being and one of the best teachers I have ever met (for both adults and children). Studio city and the valley are lucky to have this amazing man as their professor.”

John L.

★★★★★

“Great for everyone – all ages and all levels. As a woman, I felt very included and welcome. The accommodations are awesome, the training space is almost wall to wall. Best staff ever. Would recommend to anyone.”

Hadley M

★★★★★

“I trained Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with Professor Rodrigo Costa, who was incredibly knowledgeable and supportive. Although I had no prior experience, the studio made me feel welcome and simplified the learning process. It's a fantastic workout and definitely a mental challenge—I highly recommend it!”

Azin Ghourchian

★★★★★

“Hands down the best jiu jitsu studio in the area. Professor Fabio is awesome with the kids. He is so technical and great at explaining every nuance of the moves and why they work.”

Jacob P.

★★★★★

“Love the community the gym has and the patience the professors have to teach my children. Great self defense classes.”

Mayra Galvez

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How It Works

  1. Choose Your Program

    Pick the program that fits — kids, teens/adults, women's, BJJ, No-Gi, or Muay Thai. All levels.

  2. Register Online

    Book your spot online in a few clicks — no phone tag required.

  3. Start Training

    Step on the mat, train with our coaches, and start building skill from day one.

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Tell us who's training and we'll get you on the mat. Ages 3 & up, all levels — beginners are genuinely welcome.

Latest Blogs

Check out the latest blogs from Gracie Barra Studio City for updates on training tips, Jiu-Jitsu techniques, and event highlights!

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Why Progress in Jiu-Jitsu Takes Patience

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Jiu-Jitsu vs. The Traditional Gym Routine

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Your First Class: What To Expect

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FAQs

No. Most students walk in with zero experience. Our beginner Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes teach foundational technique step by step, and our coaches pair you with training partners at your level.

We teach kids from age 3 and up, in age-appropriate groups. Classes focus on fun, safe Jiu-Jitsu that builds strength, discipline, and confidence.

Yes. Book a free trial class, train a full session with our coaches, tour the academy, and decide afterwards. There is no commitment and no obligation.

For your first class, athletic clothes and a water bottle are enough — we can loan a gi if needed. For Muay Thai and No-Gi, shorts and a rash guard or t-shirt work well.

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (beginner and advanced), No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai and fitness — for kids, teens, adults, and a dedicated women's program. See the schedule for class times.

We are at 12323 Ventura Blvd, Studio City, CA 91604, serving Studio City and the San Fernando Valley. Call (818) 867-8913 if you need help finding us.

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