Edmonton Gracie Jiu-Jitsu

5637 Riverbend Rd NW, Edmonton, AB T6H 5K4, Canada

4.9 (111 reviews)

Disciplines

Gi No-Gi

Classes

Adults Classes Black Belt Instruction Fundamentals Kids Classes

Facilities

Mat Space

Culture

Welcoming Environment

Access

Free Trial

Edmonton Gracie Jiu-Jitsu. At Edmonton Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, we wholeheartedly believe that for fitness to become a priority in your life, it has to be fun! Call us today at (587) 336-7655 for more information or to sign up today!

Class Schedule

Tuesday 7 classes

11:30 – 12:30 MASTER CYCLE Daytime; Fundamentals Gi Attire

12:30 – 13:30 COMBATIVES Daytime class

17:00 – 18:00 LITTLE CHAMPS 4.5-7 years Class A

18:00 – 19:00 JR GRAPPLERS 8-13 years Class B

19:00 – 20:00 MASTER CYCLE Blue Belt and Beyond; Fundamentals Gi Attire

19:00 – 20:00 WOMEN EMPOWERED Women Empowered

20:00 – 21:00 COMBATIVES Adult Beginner

Wednesday 3 classes

17:00 – 18:00 LITTLE CHAMPS 4.5-7 years Class B

19:00 – 20:00 MASTER CYCLE Blue Belt and Beyond; Gi Attire

20:00 – 20:30 MASTER CYCLE Gi Sparring

Thursday 6 classes

11:00 – 12:00 COMBATIVES Daytime class

12:00 – 13:00 MASTER CYCLE Daytime; No Gi Attire

17:00 – 18:00 JR GRAPPLERS 8-13 years Class A

18:00 – 19:00 BLACK BELT CLUB Invitation only

19:00 – 20:00 MASTER CYCLE No Gi Sparring

20:00 – 21:00 COMBATIVES Adult Beginner

Friday 5 classes

17:00 – 17:30 TINY CHAMPS 3.5 years-4.5 years

17:30 – 18:30 LITTLE CHAMPS 4.5-7 years Group A

18:30 – 19:30 COMBATIVES Adult Beginner

19:30 – 20:30 MASTER CYCLE No-Gi Attire

20:30 – 21:00 MASTER CYCLE Fight Simulation Sparring

Saturday 4 classes

17:00 – 18:00 JR GRAPPLERS 8-13 years Class B

18:00 – 19:00 LITTLE CHAMPS 4.5-7 years Class B

19:00 – 20:00 COMBATIVES Reflex Development invitation only

19:00 – 20:00 WOMEN EMPOWERED Women Empowered

Sunday 4 classes

08:45 – 09:45 MASTER CYCLE Gi Attire

10:00 – 11:00 JR GRAPPLERS 8-13 years Class A

11:00 – 12:00 COMBATIVES Adult Beginner

12:00 – 13:00 BLACK BELT CLUB Invitation only

Coaches

Jeff Greekas Head Coach Owner

Owner and head instructor of Edmonton Gracie Jiu-Jitsu in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.

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Peter

Great place for kids . We consider this place like a his second school. Beside learning martial arts,my kid is learning discipline and focus with knowledgeable instructors to guide him through. Obtaining self confidence and self defense skills with life situations according to his age. I like how the class is structured,keeping their attention through the class , constantly interacting with kids and supporting them to be more confident and initative. And the most important thing is that my kid is really comfortable at the class and with the instructors. High recommendations.

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Posted 1 month ago
Tia Long

Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Edmonton has been an incredible place for my daughter. The instructors are excellent teachers who create a safe, positive, and encouraging environment for all students. The people there are wonderful, and my daughter genuinely enjoys every class she attends. It's been great seeing her confidence grow along with her jiu-jitsu skills. We are very grateful to be part of such a great community. Highly recommended!

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Posted 1 month ago
Azura

I decided to give jiu-jitsu a try because I wanted to get more active, learn some self-defense, and do something different. I was definitely nervous walking in at first, but everyone has been really welcoming and friendly. The instructors have been great. They’re patient, knowledgeable, and take the time to explain things and help you out when you’re struggling. They also have a good sense of humor, which makes the classes a lot of fun. Everyone I’ve met has been really encouraging, and I’ve honestly been surprised by how quickly I’ve started to feel comfortable. I’m already noticing a difference in my confidence and fitness. Really glad I decided to give it a shot. Looking forward to continuing! 😊

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Posted 2 months ago
Matt Hodge

Our daughter attended their Bullyproof Camp and absolutely loved every minute of it. We honestly couldn’t have asked for better instructors. They did an amazing job engaging every student and making each child feel confident, safe, included, and welcome. The combination of adult and teenage instructors was fantastic, and every one of them was great with the kids, regardless of age or experience level. You can tell they genuinely care about what they’re teaching and are truly masters of their craft. What impressed us most was how much they were able to teach while still making it incredibly fun. The kids played games and stayed engaged, but they were also learning valuable real-life lessons about bullying, rejection, peer pressure, abduction prevention, dangerous situations in public, healthy eating, discipline, confidence, and making good decisions. This is so much more than simply learning jiu-jitsu or self-defence. It’s a great environment for kids to build confidence, discipline, healthy habits, and the ability to handle difficult situations in a safe and welcoming way, making friends along the way. I would highly recommend this program to any parent. Whether your child has experienced bullying or not, the confidence, awareness, life skills, and wisdom these highly trained instructors provide are things every child could benefit from. An absolutely fantastic program and experience. Although we only experienced the children's classes I have no doubt their adult classes would be top tier as well. Thank you Jeff, George and the rest of your instructing team, and we will absolutely see you next year!

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Posted 2 months ago
ryan walker

The best experience and instructors. Jeff and George are very welcoming and the training is top quality. Safe, clean and awesome for people starting Jiu Jitsu

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Posted 3 months ago
yx sheng

My son has been attending Edmonton Gracie Jiu-Jitsu for about a month, and we couldn’t be happier with our experience. He is naturally shy, so I was concerned about how he would fit into a new environment, but the instructors made him feel welcome and supported from day one. What stands out most is that the program teaches much more than jiu-jitsu. The instructors emphasize confidence, discipline, respect, and how to handle bullying, lessons that benefit children both on and off the mats. They maintain high standards while remaining patient and positive with every student. My son may learn at his own pace, but he always feels valued and supported. We are very grateful to the instructors and highly recommend this school to other families.

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Posted 4 months ago
germain mah

Incredible academy! If you are looking for a practical self-defense focused rather than a competition-focused sport gym, this is the place. Their Bullyproof program is fantastic, teaching kids both verbal and physical self-defense strategies. Recently, the head instructor completely read my mind by inviting our kids into the advanced prep class right as they were ready for more live rolling. Knowing the coaches actively recognize their focus and potential means the world to us. Highly recommend Edmonton Gracie to any parent wanting to build genuine confidence and life skills in their children.

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Posted 5 months ago
Yin Yu

Our kids absolutely love the classes at Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, and as parents, we truly appreciate the patience, professionalism, and positive environment the instructors create. Even at the very first day we got there, the teachers always remember each kids' name. The classes are not only fun and engaging, but also help build confidence, discipline, and respect.

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Posted 5 months ago
Wendy Guerra Olivares

Already 4 years since my son joined, and it has been such an amazing experience for him. He has learned so much, especially confidence and bullying prevention techniques that are valuable both inside and outside of class. The instructors are extraordinary , very experienced, patient, and truly focused on each child’s growth. What I also love is that the program is great for kids with zero experience because they make everyone feel comfortable and hands-on from day one. The facilities are always clean and easy to access as well. Highly recommend this place to any parent looking for a supportive and professional environment for their kids!

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Posted 6 months ago
Elena P

We love it! It’s been our 2nd year with the school and our daughter absolutely loves it! Out of many activities this is the one class that she would be very sad to miss and mad at me if I mix up days and pick her up at a wrong time so she can’t make it to the class! Teachers are extremely knowledgeable and kind! Alicia had some nerves when leveled up and I brought up my concerns to teachers- Jeff, Cole and George did amazing work on supporting her without her even realizing the team effort from everyone👏🏻❤️ I also particularly enjoy bully-proof program and circle time portion of it, when kids are given opportunity to share their thoughts. So they are not only learning self-defense team quest but being taught the mental aspect of self-defense! I am happy we brought Alicia to Gracie Jiu-Jitsu and always recommend it to other families with kids!
Posted 2 years ago
Ivan Tomas

My son has been attending for the past five years. The program highlights for us are: 1. The teachers emphasizes at a very young age as to when Jiu Jitsu should be used, and that it is only a last resort tool 2. The program was structured to make the moves second nature 3. The school itself makes it a point to keep the student engaged and motivated I highly recommend the program, and the school!
Posted 2 years ago
Stefanie Pepin

We have been sending our daughters to the Edmonton Gracie Jiu Jitsu school for the past few years, and it has been such a great experience. I worked up the courage to join as well in the past couple of years by starting with Women Empowered, and then moving to the Combatives course once I felt more comfortable. George and Jeff really make everyone feel welcome and foster such a positive learning environment. The skills and techniques the kids and adults learn are top notch and the instructors are all fantastic. The Jiu Jitsu moves are taught in a way that breaks them down section by section, so they are easy to remember and there is zero tolerance for aggressive behaviour. The instructors are great at keeping the kids’ attention throughout the full lesson. I would highly recommend Edmonton Gracie Jiu Jitsu to anyone interested in trying a martial art, or looking for a new activity for their kids.
Posted 2 years ago
brian horner

A great place for students of all ages to train, while receiving valuable life skills. A family environment is promoted by all, which makes for a welcoming and enjoyable environment. Great instructors who put forth tremendous effort to ensure the students learn and develop. Highly recommend for anyone interested in Jiu Jitsu.
Posted 2 years ago
Joel Pepin

A huge thank you to the Edmonton Gracie Jiu-Jitsu team. My daughters have been attending lessons here for 5 years now and have learned so much. From a self-defence perspective, the school is absolutely top notch. Practical lessons are taught, various aspects of fitness are encouraged and rolled out, and I'm secure knowing that my daughters know how to protect themselves and friends from bullies and dangers. The school is clean and well lit. The instructors are knowledgeable, passionate, and friendly. The programs for younger children also incorporates important life lessons that are cycled through every 2 months, which has helped my daughters as they grow into well rounded people. My wife has been taking lessons for over a year now and also really enjoys the program and lessons learned. I have nothing but gratitude and great things to say about this school. Thanks again to everyone at the school!
Posted 2 years ago