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Amazing place!! Supportive, caring, professional coaches who love BJJ and excited to be apart of your BJJ journey.
I do the women’s only class and love how the lessons we learn on the mat are also valuable off it.
Highly recommend. Once you start you’ll be obsessed!
My son has been taking Jiu Jitsu and Mauy Thai classes here for a year now and it has been a great experience. He learned a lot here and training here has helped him gain confidence, learn respect, patience.
It has been a great experience. Everyone is so warm and friendly, and the instructors are very knowledgeable and informative
Posted 1 year ago
Benjamin Cote
Friendly staff and positive atmosphere with the people you meet. Great way to get in a workout while learning technique.
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Posted 1 year ago
Brady Follett (TheElvenKeys)
Great gym. The Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is very strategy based. A lot of sparring from side control, full guard, usually whatever the days lesson was about. Very good, knowledgeable instructors. Really recommend.
My very first class I knew that I was going to love coming here. Gracie Barra has provided great atmosphere, outlet, and connections with people. It’s definitely been a great boost for my confidence .
GB Novi has a terrific culture. My son attends and while the classes are very challenging - as you would expect with BJJ - the focus is really on teaching. The instructors push the students in a very constructive / instructive way, and the more experienced athletes often help guide the newer members.
My son has been coming here for the last few years. He has gained confidence in himself and in his skills. The coaches are always so kind and willing to help and make each class a learning and fun experience!
My daughter loved her Jr classes!! They’re great at breaking down the moves, to make it easy for the Jr’s to keep progressing, and making it fun for the kiddos so they stay interested!!
My 5-year-old girl has been doing Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for almost a year, and has really enjoyed her experience at Gracie Barra.
I highly recommend it, the coaches do such a good job with the kids - they are patient, kind, and always ensure the kids understand the moves. It teaches them discipline and helps them build their self-confidence.
Gracie Barra provides an outstanding learning environment for those interested in BJJ or Muay Thai! I was intimidated by the idea of showing up and trying a class, but as soon as I met Aline, she made me feel at home. I received the same vibe from all the other students: a family atmosphere with first-rate instruction. Everyone is challenged and encouraged to do their best. Every time I leave the class, I feel accomplished and self-confident! So, if you are interested or the slightest bit curious, you have nothing to lose, and it is guaranteed it will exceed your expectations!
i have had such an amazing time training with aline at her women’s only brazilian class! she does a great job at explaining the techniques and pays close attention to each person and gives feedback. all the girls there were also super welcoming and strong!
My 14 year old son has been taking adult Muay Thai class.
I really recommend it to any kids who wants to try it.
The coaching staff are all friendly and encouraging.
We had a wonderful experience at Gracie Barra Novi. We signed up my 4 year old for Brazilian JJ and we had no regrets. Coach Aline was terrific and patient with him and her guided instructions were appreciated- especially for our son’s age! Highly recommend.
My son has been attending the Novi location for about two months and I’m extremely impressed with his progress! His confidence has skyrocketed.! I most definitely would recommend
The teaching is thorough, and the workouts are challenging. Professor Burchfield and the other instructors take their time making sure everyone is moving forward in a manner that is effective for combat but safe during class. Can't recommend it enough.
My experience in class has been amazing. Such lovely people of a variety of skill levels. As a complete beginner I was pleasantly surprised to have someone with a lot of experience take the time to teach me one on one. The women's class provided me time to work with people closer to my skill level during any grappling experience. The smaller class sizes provided opportunity for the class instructor to come and correct any errors in technique.
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Posted 2 years ago
Katie Gallagher
Fun, clean, and encouraging atmosphere to learn self defense.
The instructors and staff are very patient with the kids, and making sure everybody is participating in the activity. I would highly recommend to friends and family
My Experience at Gracie Barra was great! All the members of class were welcoming, truly helped me out to get my technique right, Coach Aline was truly exceptional, she gave step by step instruction of each move and counterattacks, gave attention to every individual and encouraged students to spar more to become better in the martial art form! I recommend Gracie Barra classes evryone who wants to learn self defense, I ensure that you will be in good hands and learn from the best team!
Great School, but more importantly, Great People! Was visiting and everyone was so warm & friendly not only to myself, but also to one another. It was a great sign of unity. I am definitely visiting this school the next time I’m in the area.
My son has attended Gracie Barra Novi for about 18 months, it has been a great tool for exercise, confidence building, and meeting new friends. I would definitely recommend other families to give them a try.
I have been taking classes for 3years now. Great environment, the professors are always eager to help. The general mood is progressing together rather than just beating each other. 10/10 would suggest this gym to anyone
I originally chose this place for Brazilian Jujitsu because they offered classes for both my 3 and 5-year-old children. The coaches are truly exceptional, skilled, patient, and incredibly understanding of the unique needs of such a young age group. They've managed to create a fun and engaging environment where my kids are not only learning valuable skills but also gaining confidence and discipline. The small class sizes allow for individualized attention, ensuring that each child progresses at their own pace. We've been attending 2 classes per week for almost a year and I couldn’t be happier with the experience and the positive impact it’s had on my children!
I had a great experience training Muay Thai at GB Novi! Instructors were friendly and knowledgeable. Great, welcoming environment for beginners of the sport. I'd recommend it to anyone wanting to learn more about martial arts or get a great workout in.
I’ve trained here for almost 2 years and the coaches are fantastic as well as diverse in coaching technique and experience. A family friendly and welcoming environment! Highly recommend checking this place out if you are looking to learn self defense, challenge yourself, or are simply looking to improve your fitness level.
I think this is a great place if you want to practice martial arts. Greg is such a great teacher, i learned so much the first day when I went in for the trial class. Everyone was really friendly also.
My 5 year old daughter and I have been attending GB Novi since last summer. I cannot say enough good things about this school. Give it a try, you will not regret it. Btw Muay Thai program is top notch. as well.
The coaches here have been fantastic for my son. We are switching because they are relocating to another gym, and it’s worth the extra drive to stay with them. Love the positive and thoughtful environment they promote!
GB Novi is a great place to train Brazilian Jiu Jitsu or Muay Thai. It is a welcoming, family friendly atmosphere. I highly recommend to anyone considering training to take advantage of the free trial class.
We have been with Gracie Barra Novi for over 2 years. Our son began attending around 4 years old. It has been great for his confidence and skill building. Great team, great coaches. Family like atmosphere. The class has been great for his self esteem! Highly recommend it!
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Posted 2 years ago
Sarah Jane Eggenberger
Love this place!! Its been such a good way to learn self-defense and I’ve met some pretty awesome people here too!
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Posted 2 years ago
Allison Chisholm
I started training in 2021, jiujitsu became more than a part of my life. It gave me a family a calm sense of mind and something to look forward to every week.
We love Gracie Barra, the coaches and classes have had a profound impact on our sons ability to focus, accountability and motivation in and out of the gym. Gracie Barra Novi is the perfect balance of technical skill, respect, influence and practicality ! We were invited by a friend, and knew before the first class was over it was a great fit ! Thank you Gracie Barra Novi !
I attended Gracie Barra for Jiu Jitsu classes and had a great time. Unfortunately due to health reasons I had to quit but for a first timer with no experience, everybody was so welcoming, knowledgeable and supportive. I am sad to be leaving!
I did jiu-jitsu here for about two years and really enjoyed my time. I'm really grateful for the opportunity to learn, grow, and get stronger. I was humbled by what I learned and so thankful I stuck with it. You learn a lot in the classes and it's really useful. I was so happy to train here.
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Posted 3 years ago
Lorna Strand
Excelent center for developing a lot skills and techniques, the best in Novi/Detroit Area!!
I tried out this gym earlier this year and I loved the people who work there! They have a lot of classes and it can fit any schedule. Also it’s a very clean facility. Highly recommend!
Did Muay Thai and BJJ twice a week for a few months. I would keep going, but my hectic schedule doesn't allow for it at the moment. All the coaches are GREAT and are extremely knowledgeable. They pay special attention to newcomers and make them feel like they are always welcome. Great emphasis on foundation and fundamentals.
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Posted 3 years ago
Eric Williams
This place is great!
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Posted 3 years ago
Naoual Haouach
My tow boys loved the place, the coaches were very nice and patient with them.
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Posted 3 years ago
Theo Tanase
Great gym and coaches to learn jiu jitsu from, very positive experience over the last year.
The instructors have created a great environment and atmosphere at Gracie Barra Novi. A great place for all levels from beginner (like me) to advanced and experienced Jui-Jitsu practitioners. I highly recommend to anyone looking to challenge themselves and reach their individual goals in a very supportive environment!
If you are looking for an academy that focuses on technique, self-defense and a welcoming atmosphere; Gracie Barra is where you belong. Coach Greg is a fantastic instructor. Perfect facility with an awesome froup of people to train with. Highly recommend.
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Posted 3 years ago
Chris Cser
Professor Greg and his team do a great job, my 10 year old enjoyed his time there. Very clean academy.
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Posted 3 years ago
Meaghan Williams
This place is fantastic. My kids love It and are learning a ton. Highly recommended!
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Posted 3 years ago
Corey
This is a decent spot. The instructors know what they are doing and they care about the students on an individual level. No complaints.
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Posted 3 years ago
Allan Pires
Excellent coaches and a really welcoming environment. Classes are amazing.
It’s an excellent institute for Jiu-Jitsu and Muay Thai.
Instructors here are very professional, and along with the techniques, they also focus on discipline and respect.
My daughter is five years old, and she has learned some excellent Jiu-Jitsu skills, and we are delighted with her progress here.
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Posted 3 years ago
Joey Harvey
Kids loved jujitsu his first day . He was having behavior issues in school , he’s doing much better . He now is doing both juijitsu and mauy thai .
My kids love this place and all coaches! Friendly atmosphere, respect to each other and good memories from the summer time spent on the boat last summer!
My son goes to class here and they have a great range of kids here for him to continue to grow with all different skill sets and belt levels. Everyone is very friendly from the students to the staff. The focus on not only the martial art itself but also making sure the kids have fun and stay disciplined in their craft they are learning. I would without hesitation recommend anyone to go here.
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Posted 3 years ago
Joseph Qu
My son has studied here for two years. He learned techniques and more important thing is to learn never give up.
Cannot say enough good things about this gym. Professor Greg and his team of coaches are so skilled at teaching kids discipline along with the techniques. We have a 6yr old and 10yr old in classes and both have benefited in attitude as well as exercise. As a family we have made some great friends, parents and kids. Definitely recommend.
Gracie has been our home gym for the past 4 years. We love it for our daughter and I recently joined myself. It's been a great confidence booster and I've made improvements on the mat and in my personal life.
Greatest gym I’ve ever been to. Coach Greg is extremely helpful and knowledgeable within the sport. Learned a hell of a lot in my time there. I am fully confident I could take any human down after training at gracie barra novi.
This is a great gym to train at. People of all experience levels train here and you don't need to be intimidated if you don't have experience or feel you aren't in good shape. Everyone is very welcoming.
My short time at Grace Barra in Novi was amazing!! Coach Greg was an unbelievably awesome person who teaches jiu jitsu!! I do hope to return here in the near future to learn more. I highly recommend this place for anyone who wants to learn jiu jitsu and get an unbelievable workout!!
This is a great gym. My son and I are taking Muay Thai and love it. The instructors are awesome. They provide a high intensity work out, while letting you do what is appropriate for your level of fitness. I am glad I found this gym.
Nice, family friendly gym. Coaches are great with kids. Coach Gregg is really focused not only on BJJ training with the kids but also creating community within the gym for the families. Lots of fun events around holidays at the gym.
Attended this location with my 5 year old son. Greg and the team of instructors create a welcoming atmosphere and my son enjoyed the training. We highly recommend for any parents looking to start their children in BJJ.
GB Novi is a top-flight school. The coaches and Professor are skilled (with wins to back them up) and enthusiastic. Many students come from different martial arts backgrounds, and everyone adds a little of themselves to what we all do on the mat. No matter your partner, you're sure to learn.
Awesome place. My son Nick loves every second of going. I would highly recommend to anyone that wants there child or themself to learn and push them selves to have fun in a very organized and safe environment and learn new skills.
Gracie Barra Novi is a wonderful gym for those who are at all levels of experience in BJJ. This gym is a great environment, and everyone there feels like family. Coach Gregg is very experienced and is a family man just like myself, which is what I was looking for in a gym. I cannot recommend this establishment enough.
I have had an amazing experience at Gracie Barra Novi. The coaches are excellent. I would highly recommend attending the lunch Jiu-Jitsu class. It is coached by Coach Jon. He does an excellent job of teaching the steps to master a technique but also explains the reasons for each step. This really helps to lock the moves into your memory banks. I highly recommend Gracie Barra and this location. I hope to see you at lunch for a fun sparring session!
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Posted 5 years ago
Shannon Steel
My experience here as amazing, the instructors are passionate and experienced.
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Posted 5 years ago
Ben Grund
Great place, great people, great instructors. Very welcoming to newcomers.
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Posted 5 years ago
Grady Burgess
Great community environment 👍
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Posted 5 years ago
Joe
This is a great gym! I would recommend it to anyone.
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Posted 5 years ago
Uttam Kumar Chalamalasetty
The team was pretty good and they were best people to learn Muy thai from in US
The training is really good for the beginners and it is of good standards anybody can pick up
Faster and get into very good shape
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Posted 5 years ago
Garrick Goudy
Great place! Recommend for anyone of all ages!
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Posted 5 years ago
Anthony Thoma
Truly a great environment for beginners or not. The coaches are thorough, great motivators and really strive to push you to be better!
My son has had such a good experience here! The instructors were knowledgeable and friendly and positive. It was such a great environment for my son to learn a new skill.
This is a great place for kids to develop martial art, strength, confidence and have fun! Coach Greg and other staff do awesome job motivate kids to come in and bring their best mat. Strongly recommend!!
The coaches are the best and very helpful. I have never done any martial arts and barely workout on my own but I always wanted to learn some sort of martial art and I also wanted to get a very good workout in. The work is pretty intense but you will definitely see results. Everyone in the class is great and I never felt like I was falling behind everyone else and just didn't know what to do. 10/10 would recommend. I had looked at a couple other places prior and I just don't think they provide the type of attention that Gracie Barra can provide.
Never had any martial art training before in my 37 years of life, and I was becoming lazy and finally decided to visit Gracie Barra; it was intimidating at first.
2 classes into my journey, I realized how amazing this place is. Our venerable Professor, Coach Greg are the two most patient, encouraging, kind & amazing teacher you would find. The training is very effective, helped me gain focus , confidence and take a huge leap towards being fit.
This place is like a big family, I would never hesitate to recommend this place to anyone. Highly recommend to anyone who wants to make a change in their life, I can guarantee it will be worthwhile.
This place is the best. Great coaches that make the training fun but real and a real community of students. The kickboxing training is so much fun and challenging. Whether you want to learn self defense or just have fun, both will be found here.
Training here has been nothing short of excellent! Each class I am faced with new challenges and I always leave feeling accomplished. Coach Greg is really helpful. Definitely a 5 star
If you're looking for a place to start learning Brazilian Jujitsu or Mixed Martial Arts, I highly recommend training at Gracie Barra. The atmosphere is welcoming and all of the instructors are patient and are very skilled at teaching the material they go over in their training sessions. You will learn a lot and have a good time in the process.
My son has been taking Jiu Jitsu classes here for over a year now and it has been a great experience. He's now 6 years old and training here has helped him gain confidence, learn respect, patience, and also how to be a good team mate. My son has learned and grown so much in this short year. He also enjoys the summer camps, holiday and beach parties! Being a part of this gym has been an excellent experience for our family.
My son attended classes here for 2 years, from 6 to 8 yrs old. Advanced to his gray belt in that time. He had noticeably matured throughout the entire course of his training. It was an impressive display in how far someone can advance when they’re enjoying what they’re up to. It was great to get to know the staff, as well as the student/parent gym community there.
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Posted 2 years ago
Christie Holts
Great place and activity to keep kids busy and focused. It lends to their self esteem, confidence and diligence.
One of the best place to learn Martial Arts. I witnessed how the coaches were teaching the kids on Jiu jitsu, Very supportive to each kid. Focusing on every kid in the class is really complicated but the team really did well. I strongly recommend👍
I have been training Jiu-Jitsu for about 4 years and spent the last year at Gracie Barra Novi; I’ve since switched gyms due to the exorbitant cost of GB Novi. At GB Novi, monthly cost is based on how frequently you attend class. For example, I paid $159/month for 2 classes/week. However, if you plan on progressing in your training you must attend the advanced classes which bumps the monthly cost up to $189/month regardless of how often you can attend per week. In addition to this monthly cost, GB Novi charges $80 - $100 for every belt test which are typically 3 hours in duration and located in Burton, MI for advanced students. You are also required to wear all Gracie Barra gear (Gi, rash guards, shorts, etc.) which adds an additional cost and in my opinion is overpriced gear. Also, BEWARE, if you join, you sign a contract that states you must give two-month advanced notice prior to cancellation or pay the fee for the full two months. I never received a copy of the signed contract until disputing the cancellation fee, so ask for one if you sign up. Also, you are not released from paying your monthly dues even if you get injured (as the contract states that you can still come to class to observe). The schedule in the gym is limited, as classes are only offered in the evening and advanced classes only occur 2-3 days per week. GB Novi is very focused on competition and sport Jiu-Jitsu, rather than self-defense.
We are paying money for training not for snow days or other BS, also this is not our problem you don't have enough couches so you can cancel classes, belt tests and seminars during the class time No, one more time NO.
P.S. make sure you read contract fully before signing, there are some tricky moments!
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Posted 3 years ago
Mohammad ali Souheil
Be aware they have the worst agreement they keep charging you money until you give them a 2 month notice for cancellation so ever after you cancel theyll charge you for extra 2 month.
