Gracie 717

3515 Columbia Ave Unit 2, Lancaster, PA 17603, USA

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https://www.gracie717.com/

(717) 889-6613

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  • Steve Laporte
    Steve Laporte

    ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Eight years strong and still loving every minute! I’ve been training at Gracie717 Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts for the past 8 years, and it’s truly become a second home. The instructors are top-notch — knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely dedicated to helping every student grow both on and off the mats. The environment here is incredibly supportive, whether you’re brand new or an experienced competitor. The team culture pushes you to do your best while keeping things respectful and fun. The facility is always clean and well-maintained, and the variety of classes keeps training fresh and challenging. After eight years, I can confidently say this is the best place to train if you’re looking to improve your skills, fitness, and mindset. Gracie717 isn’t just a gym — it’s a community. Highly recommend!

    Posted 3 months ago
  • Josh Pfeiffer
    Josh Pfeiffer

    I cannot speak more highly of this studio. The instructors are professional and knowledgeable. The studio and everyone in it are very welcoming with a great atmosphere that fosters learning and growth. Overall the time and attention they put into every student is top notch, the instructors are amazing, and I believe this is the best Jiu Jitsu gym around.

    Posted 3 months ago
  • Steve S.
    Steve S.

    I started at this gym 2.5 years ago. I was really anxious about walking into the gym for the first time as a 30 year old with 0 experience so I reached out to the via email and got a quick friendly response. I decided to start with private lessons and the gym linked me up with a brown belt for 1 on 1s. I was still pretty anxious about my first lesson by my instructor was super welcoming and made me feel way more at ease. In a short time I was regularly going to group classes. Once I started meeting people in the gym I realized I was nervous for no good reason. Everyone is very welcoming and the environment is friendly. There is a strong comradery amoungst gym members who come from all walks of life. All of the instructors are very skilled, knowledgeable, and humble. My biggest regret when it comes to my jiu jitsu experience is not starting sooner. I 100% recommend this gym to anyone.

    Posted 3 months ago
  • Calvin Hersh
    Calvin Hersh

    Started training at Gracie717 with very little experience, but it has quickly become one of my favorite places to be and part of my weekly routine. Very knowledgeable instructors and a supportive team are available to anyone who is looking to better themselves. Whether you’re looking to get in shape, find a new hobby, learn self defense, or prepare for high level competition. Would absolutely recommend this gym to anyone.

    Posted 3 months ago
  • Tyler King
    Tyler King

    If I could give this jiu-jitsu gym more than five stars, I’d be throwing stars faster than a black belt in a ninja movie. From the moment I walked in, I knew this place was different. The coaches are incredibly skilled—like “I’m-smiling-while-they-gently-fold-me-into-a-pretzel” skilled. They somehow manage to teach total beginners, seasoned competitors, and that one guy who shows up wearing gym shorts from 1998… all at the same time. The vibe is family-friendly but still intense enough that you’ll want to brag about your training on social media immediately after class. Kids learn discipline and respect, adults get in shape without getting bored, and everyone walks away feeling like a slightly upgraded human being. I’ve learned more about technique, teamwork, and humility than I ever expected—mostly humility, because there’s nothing like getting tapped out by a 12-year-old who weighs as much as a backpack. If you want an incredible workout, a supportive community, world-class instruction, and a good laugh at yourself (trust me, it’ll happen), this is the gym. Stop reading reviews and go roll already! 🥋🔥

    Posted 3 months ago