Gracie Barra Summerville Jiu-Jitsu & Self Defense

We’ve absolutely loved being part of the Gracie Barra family! Professor Andrew, Loren and all of the coaches are incredible. Not only are they knowledgeable and patient, but they truly care about each student’s growth and success. Over the past 20 months, we’ve watched our daughter grow tremendously, both in her jiu-jitsu skills and in her confidence. She currently attends multiple classes, and each one has been a wonderful experience. Honestly, it wouldn’t matter which class she was in because every coach creates the same welcoming, encouraging environment across the board. Our daughter genuinely looks forward to class, and as parents, there’s nothing better than seeing her excited to learn, work hard, practice leadership skills and be part of such an amazing community. We highly recommend this Gracie Barra location to anyone looking for a supportive, family-friendly, and high-quality jiu-jitsu academy. We’re so grateful to have found it!

I cannot say enough good things about this place. I literally tell everyone about it. My children attend the homeschool class, and this is their very first experience with any type of martial arts. Coach Arden, Coach Justin, and Coach Wes have built my kids’ confidence in the most beautiful way with patience, encouragement, and so much genuine care. They meet each child exactly where they are and gently push them just past their comfort zone, helping them grow a little more with every single class. My kids leave feeling proud of themselves, stronger, and excited to come back. And it’s not just the coaches, even the other kids in the class are amazing. They’re kind, respectful, and so supportive of one another. The kids who have more experience are always willing to help the ones who are learning, and they genuinely celebrate each other’s wins. It’s such a positive environment, and you can feel that sense of teamwork the second you walk in. If you’re looking for a place where your children will be challenged, uplifted, respected, and taught by the absolute best, this is it. We are so grateful to have found this place!

Excellent coaches who have helped my son learn how to "be comfortable being uncomfortable". He went from hating group activities and sports to absolutely loving Jiu Jitsu after the very first class!The entire staff is welcoming, encouraging and sets an expectation for growth. Would highly recommend this to any parent who has a child struggling at school, whether its ADHD related, low self esteem/confidence or bullying... its a game changer!

Great gym to go. Their Schedule allows for flexibility having multiple classes a day on most days. The professors are engaging and excellent at explaining techniques and other variations. It’s a great environment for all ages that allows you to develop yourself physically and mentally.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Gracie Barra Summerville is an outstanding place to train! The instructors are amazing, and the atmosphere is so welcoming. My two kids absolutely love the classes, and we've seen incredible progress in such a short time. The facility is clean, organized, and has a true sense of community. It’s the perfect environment for kids to learn, grow, and get better. Highly recommend Professor Andrew and the coaches to any parents looking to start their kiddos in BJJ or improve their skills!