Jonathan Vaughan

Great training for my daughters and a fun atmosphere. The coaches are highly experienced and great with the kids.

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Posted 1 year ago

Andre Sena

The best Jiu jitsu school! Highly recommend for kids, womans, men's!

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Posted 1 year ago

Andressa Mezari Cintra

This is more than a Jiu-Jitsu and martial arts school… it’s a place where people become family and the training is specific for each goals. If you are a professional fighter, you would have world class instructors, if you are just starting your journey, will learn from the best all the fundamentals to be able to defende yourself and get in shape while having the best time 😆

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Posted 1 year ago

Zachary W.

Great school with a great instructor team. Awesome new training facilities - get your kids in this school now!

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Posted 1 year ago

Al Co

Professor Draculino’s the only person I know that can break the mouth of a 300lb behemoth and also fight your case in court, your biography is insane professor

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Posted 1 year ago

Dj Bear

This Place Is Awesome And Fire I Like It And I Especially Like Fighting And Learning How To Fight But It Is Self Defense

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Posted 1 year ago

Matthew Lambert

Gracie Barra Texas, otherwise known as the Fortress or GB Headquarters-TX, has been one of the best things that has happened to our family since moving to Houston. My wife, two boys and myself all attend. All of the professors have been exemplary since we started and Prof. Draculino is a legend and we're blessed that we've ended so close to such an amazing team. It's nice having friends and family outside of your friends and family. Thanks for having us.

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Posted 2 years ago

Ben G

Gracie Barra Webster is truly the Mecca of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu right here in Texas. The new facility is state-of-the-art, offering top-notch training equipment and immaculate cleanliness. It doesn’t only have a huge 3000 square foot training area, it also offers a Muay Thai training section, a third mat for private training,a safe and friendly kids playing area, a relaxing space on the second floor where you can sip a delicious expresso and watch the kiddos take a class taught by world class level professors and coaches. That’s the Draculino magic touch right there. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced practitioner, this is the perfect place to train and grow. Highly recommended!

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Posted 2 years ago

Jeff Liwag

Where else can you find a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu school with multiple highly-decorated, world-class black belts? Gracie Barra Texas, headed by the legendary and beloved Professor Vinicius "Draculino" Magalhaes, is a family-friendly and respected BJJ school that also offers Muay Thai, wrestling, MMA, and Judo instruction. This is THE best BJJ school in the Houston area, if not the entire state of Texas. See for yourself, just walk in and be amazed by the facilities, the friendly staff, and the quality instruction.

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Posted 2 years ago

Flavia Dyckerhoff

Amazing space!

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Posted 2 years ago

Cristian Guzman

Best jiu jitsu in Houston for sure !! Draculino is a legend !

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Posted 2 years ago

Abraham Rascon

The Professors and Coaches are friendly and technical. Their attention to detail makes a difference in executing the moves effectively. There are also plenty of talented training partners that genuinely want to help you improve. I find myself walking out humbled, happy, and looking forward to my next roll. The culture is amazing and I’m fortunate to train at GBTX.

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Posted 2 years ago

Gene Bills

Great family place! My kids and I have been training there for a few years now and it’s absolutely wonderful. The professors and coaches are still active in the jujitsu world so you’re getting up to date information and training! The new building is beyond amazing! Overall it’s hard to beat!

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Posted 2 years ago

RoxyandKeith Stephenson

I decided to give BJJ a try because I was looking for some good exercise that wasn’t boring. I hit the jackpot. Now I’m addicted to something active and healthy. Amazing gym, amazing professors. Life changing for the better!!

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Posted 2 years ago

Morgan Thompson

Gracie Barra Texas has become family to us, we are there 6 nights a week and love every second of it. All four of our kids have joined as well as my husband and have learned so much. Our boys have been training there for two and a half years, the girls started after and have met so many amazing people that have become like family to us! Such a great way to teach children self defense and discipline in a healthy positive way!

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Posted 2 years ago

Marshall Grice

World Class School with World Class Instruction!

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Posted 2 years ago

ben westerlin

My kids attend classes here. These guys are good with active boys and shy girls. They have several instructors for every class, and the positive attitude really makes this a great place. The adult classes also look structured and have a competitive/non-competative feel. I haven't noticed any of the overly cocky annoying people who make classes suck. This martial art is naturally competitive, but everyone seems to be willing to help everyone else learn and get better together. I'd highly recommend this gym.

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Posted 2 years ago

John

My boys are only a few sessions in and I already see a difference not witnessed from any other establishment I have taken them to. The staff is incredible and provide a welcoming family feeling from day one. Wish I had more stars to give.

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Posted 2 years ago

Sean Day

Amazing place! The BJJ here is world-class, and I love that they teach the old-school self-defense techniques. The new MMA and Muay Thai programs are amazing since Juliana Lima and Isai Cabrera took over. I’m super excited about the new location. Vinicius “Draculino” Magalhaes has built a great team.

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Posted 2 years ago

Jaxon Kennedy

Tyler, if you signed to contract agreement, you have to fulfill the agreement unless both parties agree to terminate. I’ve never in my 13+ years of training at this gym had a problem freezing or canceling. Anytime I froze or the one time I canceled, the staff immediately handed/emailed me the forms to do so.

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Posted 3 years ago

Matheus Sette

Best Jiu Jitsu Gym I’ve ever been! Great Staff and instructors

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Posted 3 years ago

Kaveira Nascimento

What makes Gracie Barra Texas great isn't just the fact that it is where World Champions come to further train and evolve the sport, but it also has a great community that are welcoming and inclusive to newcomers and experienced practitioners like myself. If you don’t have prior martial arts experience, everyone here is helpful in terms of how to get started in this self defense art. If you're reading this and are interested, Gracie Barra Texas also has a free trial class that you can schedule at your convenience. Great community, fantastic instructors, and I feel safe training jiu-jitsu here. Can't ask for a better experience!

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Posted 3 years ago

Lee Jones

Just read the comment from Tyler and have to say that there is obviously more to the story than what he wrote. I have attended this school for 15 years and know the owners, instructors and employees to be honest and professional. The school has a family environment and a fellowship that can’t be matched, but it is also a business. I renew my membership annually and sign a contract. The same contract I sign each year states very clearly how to freeze or cancel my membership which is in writing. Apparently Tyler didn’t read his contract and now is angry over the consequences. His loss because he is missing out on the best sport and best school out there.

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Posted 3 years ago

Andrew Vilade

Rock solid gym. Great professors and classes! 10/10

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Posted 3 years ago

Linda L

First time visiting here from CO. Everyone was super friendly. Class was enjoyable and easy to follow. Thank you so much for welcoming me!

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Posted 3 years ago

SHELA cox

Gracie Barra is a great school!!! I train 3 to 4 days a week !! I have a blast every class!!!

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Posted 4 years ago

Cintia Sena Hortelio

Both of my kids love jiu-jitsu classes! Everyone is so nice and make sure all kids have a good experience. Jiu-Jitsu helped a lot my son who has speech delay. I highly recommend it and Draculino and the entire team, specially Matheus and Ricky who helped my little man tremendously, are amazing!

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Posted 4 years ago

Alexander Cotisel

Coach David scares me

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Posted 4 years ago

gita world

I love this place it teaches you so many things and so many classes and they make it fun and we play games and tell jokes and if you wanna join then Gracie Barra cause they teach you great

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Posted 5 years ago

bigmammajo2000

I am so glad that I get to come and see my granddaughter learn and grow at this school. It's AMAZING how much she has learn here. I am one proud Nana. 👩💪👍🤞🥋😊

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Posted 5 years ago

Orhan Yankin

There are not enough words to describe how I feel about Jiu-Jitsu. All I can say is, getting smashed, shoulder pain, back pain, bruises all over my body as been amazing. It makes me feel alive to be in pain. Master Drac, Proff Berto, Proff Lucas and Proff Andressa have been aspiring. They truly care and motivate you to push yourself. We have a legend, one of the best teachers in the history of BJJ in our backyards. You have to come join, not only him, but you have world class, top ranked fighters to learn from

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Posted 5 years ago

Douglas Franklin

Gb Texas is home away from home. It is friendly to all skill levels & ages young to old. The instructors are highly competent, routinely producing and honing world class competitors, while being welcoming to casual beginners. I can't recommend it highly enough.

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Posted 5 years ago

Rey Rodriguez (Rey Rey)

The best BJJ academy in Texas by far!

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Posted 5 years ago

Jeannie Kubricht

My home away from home. Draculino has created an incredible school with pleasant, knowledgeable, and talented staff. I'm so proud to call this my jiu jitsu home.

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Posted 6 years ago

Shajee Jalali

Great place. Really nice guys!

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Posted 6 years ago

Rachel Tomazinis

Great people, great teachers, plus a great workout, every time.

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Posted 6 years ago

Rj Vasquez

Excellent coaches and staff with a very friendly atmosphere!

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Posted 6 years ago

Greg Lynn

Top-notch facility, dedicated coaches, and a great atmosphere. I couldn't be happier with the training my daughter is receiving here.

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Posted 6 years ago

Austin Ashcroft

Greatest place to train.

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Posted 6 years ago

Derick Hutchinson

I’ve been training at this gym for three years now. I started very weak and was no background in martial arts. I also had chronic headaches and other health issues to boot. They were patient with me the entire time and allowed me to work at my own pace. I’m excited to have continued for this long until excelled to as far as I have now. As a father, husband, full-time employee, this is not my main priority in life but it is a perfect fit with my schedule and life and keeps me grounded in all aspects of my life. I highly recommend taking a free class to learn from the best at your own pace, whether a first timer or a competitor.

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Posted 6 years ago

Deanna Killen

I can't say enough good things about this gym. The professor is wonderful and so are the support staff. My son has been a member for several years, starting in the kids classes and now in adult, every step of the way it has been a supportive and positive learning environment. They let you try the first class free, try it!

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Posted 6 years ago

Kebba Jeng

I was recommended to visit the school as I was in town for the weekend. Prof Draculino was a very humble man and made me feel right at home. Seeing him interact with his students really showed leadership and love for them. Great place and keep up the good work with your team!

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Posted 6 years ago

benny wilbanks

Great place. Great people. Great sport.

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Posted 6 years ago

Alfonso Bulseco

The Muay Thai class is amazing!

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Posted 6 years ago

Scott Dawson

This is the best place to learn martial arts in the state of Texas. The instructors are world champions and they make it fun. My kids have been with this gym for over 10 years now! Great training and confidence.

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Posted 7 years ago

Burdette Meyers

I love this place. If you are looking for a great workout are just interested in learning Jujitsu this is your place. The team is awesome, great people with positive attitudes. You won't regret it.

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Posted 7 years ago

Clayton Dean

You're not going to find a better place to learn Jiu Jitsu!!!

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Posted 7 years ago

YouShubes

Amazing. Draculino is so charming... Like having Renzo in Texas.... the passion he has... Would love to train with him again. The specifc sparring, using King of the hill made good use of the space... Shame I had no time to train some of the Muay Thai, which looked amazing.

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Posted 7 years ago

Rick Gaertner

This place is incredible.. all the professors / instructors a great.. I started at 50 years old and had multiple things to overcome... well maybe not overcome would be a correct word, to deal with in the best possible way at this point in my life would probably be more appropriate. The health and injuries that I have I didn't think it was possible... while there definitely is no illusions of being the next best Star LOL I cannot recommend this enough for health ,movement and overcoming or in my case dealing with all kinds of physical issues... since I still consider myself very new in this I hope it's not out of line to say the mental and spiritual benefits are incredible and in my opinion far surpass the physical you can apply this and all aspects of your life... highly recommend Gracie Barra ,Webster ,Texas

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Posted 7 years ago

James Gilbert

Top notch instruction with a positive learning atmosphere. You couldn't ask for a better BJJ gym.

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Posted 7 years ago

Mike Scrivner

I’ve trained at a half dozen different gyms and this one is by far the most professional, friendly, practical. I’ve trained here for a couple years and will never change. The initial investment may seem steep compared to small local schools but you get WAY MORE THAN YOU PAY FOR with Gracie Barra. The staff is incredibly knowledgeable and experienced. Do your own research this gym is hands down the best around. - Mike

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Posted 7 years ago

Bobby Garcia

Brazilian Jitjisu wirh Professor Drauculino

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Posted 8 years ago

Roberto Rivas

This place is my home. Prof. Vinicius "Draculino" Magalhaes is not only my instructor, he is my role model, idol and a great friend. I came to Gracie Barra TX with some jiu jitsu knowledge having trained for a year already but the quality of the teaching here made me feel like i knew next to nothing. It literally improved my BJJ leaps and bounds within a week. Along with Prof. Draculino you also have World Champion instructors, Prof Brandon "Wolverine" Mullins. The technical proficiency of our instructors combined is the main reason why GBTX has an amazing competition record in the entire state and the nation. Along with an amazing striking program headed by coach Jonathan "Hulk" Harris, the current Welterweight Champion for the MMA promotion I.X.F.A. GBTX offers all the martial arts that compose what we know today as MMA or Mixed Martial Arts. We are like a family here. If your are looking for high quality training with world class instruction THIS is the place. I hope i am able to train here until i turn old, wrinkly and grey!! :)

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Posted 8 years ago

Dewon Holmes

Great place to train. Very good training environment for kids as well.

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Posted 8 years ago

Natalie Kawaja

You get the best when your around all that are the best! #teamdrac

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Posted 8 years ago

Delton Berger

One of the greatest experience in my life.

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Posted 8 years ago

Eric Smith

Great interaction. Love your guys videos.

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Posted 8 years ago

James Anderson

Great teens program

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Posted 8 years ago

Janey Rizvi

I'm so glad there is such a strong team here in this area where I can go to stay in shape, learn BJJ from world class professors and competitors. The school is a little crowded because of how popular it is, but it's worth it to have such a variety of training partners. I don't have kids but the kids classes are also fantastic. The kiddos look really cute in their uniforms and they're incredibly technical! Overall, this is an incredible martial arts organization. I've never regretted attending a class.

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Posted 8 years ago

Candice Harris

Every class I have attended (both Muay Thai and Jiu-Jitsu) have been AMAZING! Not only do I learn a great deal, but I also have fun every time I go. The whole Gracie Barra staff is awesome, and the more educated students in class help out when I am confused or need a small suggestion. It is a one of a kind place, and I am happy to be a student here!

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Posted 8 years ago

Jamie Boytor

One of the friendliest Jiu Jitsu schools ive had the pleasure of being at. The competition & team mindset is incredible.

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Posted 8 years ago

Carver Superior Performance

Gracie Barra Texas is my sanctuary. The Professors there care about your progression and development in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. I was a Police Officer for 23 years and would always say “I am Jiu-Jitsu full time, and a Policeman on the side.”

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Posted 8 years ago

Jackson Porterfield

Great place for kids, professor draculino is awesome with the kids!

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Posted 8 years ago

Michael Mein

Very welcoming community with great values

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Posted 8 years ago

Kelli Kukuk

Great Vibe! Awesome people! Love it!

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Posted 8 years ago

Jill Young

Great rigorous training - Great staff - Great fun

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Posted 9 years ago

Natalia Darancou

Great instructor, wonderful environment, and a fun sport. What more can you ask for. I highly recommend this school. They are knowledgeable, considerate, and very welcoming!!

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Posted 9 years ago

Grant Nelson

If you're looking for world class instruction and a place that immediately treats you like family, Gracie Barra Texas is the place for you. Professor Draculino and Professor Mullins are phenomenal instructors and immediately made me feel welcome. GBTX will be my BJJ home as long as I live in Texas. Go check out a free class and if you don't feel immediately compelled to sign up, go check your pulse. You may be dead.

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Posted 9 years ago

Elias Lopez

I only went for a free class bit that one experience was great plan on attensing the classes as soon as I can. Even though they only met me that forst time they made me feel right at home.

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Posted 9 years ago

Yuvia Barajas

Very good school my daugther love his couches and her class very dedicated school

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Posted 9 years ago

TJ L

This place is the best place iv been the coaches are really helpful and are not mean I would recommend other people to this place so anybody who wants to come here to do bjj or mauy Thai or any other this is the place to come they will help you if u have trouble I am not scared of getting picked on bc I know self defense coach Jonathan is the best coach he gives kinda challenging type but he is hardcore

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Posted 9 years ago

Michael Escalante

I've been to many schools over the years and this one is one of THE BEST! Top notch coaches, organized training and the founder, (Draculino) actually teaches daily! It is TOO bad I live so far from this school, but I almost signed anyway..

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Posted 9 years ago

Samantha Santamaria

Much respect from the instructors, they will go out of their way to get you what you need.

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Posted 9 years ago

Jim Eberle

Hey guys and gal's, as a guy over 50 years old and wanted to start training in jiu-jitsu. This is the place to train, the coaches take you at a great pace with safty in mind! So if you want a great workout and a great challenge, Gracie Barra is your place to train! See you there! Jim Eberle

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Posted 9 years ago

Peter Vu

I took my first class there and it was great. The instructor were very helpful and this place is a clean and professional facility.

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Posted 10 years ago

Sean Watson

I started bjj in January and it has had phenomenal impact on my life. Everyone there is so encouraging and does everything in their power to make it work for you.

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Posted 10 years ago

Pierre Avila

I highly recommend training here if you're looking for a workout, improve your striking (I only took classes in striking & Muay Thai), or looking to be part of a community. Coach Jonathan, Roberto, and Ricky are great at meeting your needs and challenging you within each class. All 3 coaches respect your reason for joining and certainly accommodate to those reasons. In addition members are invited to every tournament/match/smoker that others are participating in giving you that sense of community. The facility is cleaned every day and equipment is provided until you obtain your own. I had to leave because I accepted employment outside the state but I truly enjoyed my time here and would come back given the chance.

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Posted 10 years ago

Matthew Handy

Excellent! Professor Draculino and Professor Brandon Mullins do a fantastic job! I was just visiting, but they treated me like one of their regular students. Very high level instruction.

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Posted 10 years ago

EGBLCSW B

My 5 1/2 yr old son has been in Brazillian JJ for approx 1 month, and it has been fantastic! The quality of the instruction is second to none, and we are very pleased! Thank you, Gracie Barra Tx- Draculino!

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Posted 10 years ago

Ryan Thackston

Went to a free class on saturday a few months ago and was very impressed! Everyone was friendly, the class was well taught, and I learned some basic Jiu Jitsu positions. I'm currently in a money and time crunch right now but as soon as my schedule becomes more free I'm going to be back there training. Highly recommend you check it out!

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Posted 10 years ago

Jacob Mcclintock

It's a Wonderful group. They take a lot of time with beginning students and everyone there is super nice! I've never seen such highly skilled practitioners.

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Posted 10 years ago

Dinah shaw

Good place to learn. My son enjoys the big open area of practice. Great instructors and two black belts will teach the kids. Best place for my kid to learn

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Posted 10 years ago

Humberto Rodriguez

Top notch jiu jitsu instruction. The atmosphere here is great, just a bunch of people that love jiu jitsu and want you to be better. Home away from home..

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Posted 10 years ago

Alana McLehany

Great teachers!!!...they are fantastic with kiddos!!I would highly recommend...

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Posted 10 years ago

Anna Spadaccini

They are great with little kids. My 4-year-old daughter has been going there since August and still loves it. Even the instructors who are not there that often know her by name. My daughter is one of the younger kids in the group. The instructors always make sure that she has fun and does not feel like she is always last. Great place to get the kids started in martial arts! Advise to parents who take their little ones there for the first time: make sure you arrive about 15 minutes BEFORE the class starts. I have seen many kids intimidated by the environment if they arrive to class late or almost late for the first few times. Even the best efforts on part of the instructors sometimes fail when it is time to bring the new kid onto the mat when the class is in progress. After a few classes, though, when they get to know the instructors, the little ones have no problem hopping onto the mat and have fun running and rolling around.

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Posted 10 years ago

Per

I went to train once while I was visiting Houston. The gym has a very welcoming atmosphere and I felt more than welcome from the very first moment. The practice itself was great. Draculino himself is spot on with his pointers and the level of the pupils is very high. I most definitively would recommend anyone who is interested in training BJJ or MMA to go here!

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Posted 11 years ago

Cameron Taylor

World class coaches and atmosphere. If you are interested in martial arts, self defense or staying in shape you owe it to yourself to give this place a try.

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Posted 11 years ago

Michael Jones

Truly a top-tier school. A quick search on the Internet will verify the impeccable credentials of the instructors. The head instructor, Vinicius "Draculino" Magalhães, is a world class competitor in his own right. However, he is also a very accomplished instructor as reflected in the multiple world champions who are his direct students. The instruction is at all times detailed, professional, fun, focused, and insightful. Although it is a martial arts school with Brazilian jui jitsu, Muay Thai, wrestling and more -- I would describe the training atmosphere as "kind." The training emphasis is on learning how to be more effective, never critical. Beginners, as well as the advanced students, get hands on attention. There is an air of light-hearted humor paired with serious focus. Since beginning as a white belt, I found this to be true of all the instructors. To Prof Draculino's credit the atmosphere he cultivates is reflected in nearly all of the students as well. The training partners are nearly all kind, even while competing. This creates conditions where you can train hard and feel safe. The facility is clean and modern. The staff are friendly and helpful. The available class times are many and will fit into even a busy person's schedule. The fees are comparable to a health club or similar schools. One more observation regarding the atmosphere. I've trained at other schools where the instructor will bring in a guest teacher, usual on a weekend to enhance training but to also bring in additional revenue for the school. Prof Draculino does this as well. The instructors are always world class. However, the seminars have always been for a benefit - e.g., raise money for Wounded Warriors program, a fund for a family of a student injured in the line duty, a fund to help medical expenses of a child with leukemia. While the school is a well-run business it also has a heart in the right place. I've trained at several other martial schools over my life - judo, karate, aikido. This school is head and shoulders above the rest. By the way, I'm an older guy and am not easily impressed. I've run marathons before, but am now in the best shape of my life thanks to this school.

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Posted 11 years ago

Poppa Rotzee

Draculino is by far one of the best instructors in the world. To be the best instructor in the world, doesn't just mean you have to be good at Jiu-Jitsu. You have to know how to explain Jiu-Jitsu to different types of people in the most efficient way. Draculino teaches in a progressive manner, so even when you're learning new things, you are reiterating all techniques you learned. Still, to be one of the best instructors in the world, you have to consider more than the countless world champions he is made in multiple weight classes; beyond all of that, Draculino is teaching you more than how to get good at Jiu-Jitsu..he is teaching you how to be a good person and to succeed in life!

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Posted 12 years ago

Felipe Garza

Best workout ever!!!! I joined Gracie Barra four months ago starting with the Muay Thai (kickboxing) classes and I just started the Jiu-Jitsu classes this month. My original intention was to go 3-4 days a week to add to my normal at home video workouts. I quickly found myself going almost everyday and sometimes taking two classes a day. There are several classes available everyday during the week that makes it real convenient for someone like myself who works rotating shifts. The instuctors are awesome. Each of them have their our style that makes each class unique and it also breaks up the same routine you may find at other gyms. Most instructors are also available for private lessons. When I first started, I never thought that I would take advantage of private lessons. But after the advice of another student, I have been scheduling one lesson a week and it has improved my technique so much. Last thing, the gym atmosphere is family like. The senior students take the time to help and critique the junior student's technique. This will definitely be my gym for many years to come. I

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Posted 12 years ago

TransformMyDog Vasconi

Let me start off first by saying my son, who is now 9, has ADHD. He doesn't just kind of have it, he is one of the more extreme cases that I have ever been around and we noticed it when he was 2. When he was 4 I put him in T-Ball trying to run some of that energy out of him. That didn't work and he hated it. It was like I was having my teeth pulled out one by one when I took him to T-Ball. Not only that he was not a team player. For anyone who knows about kids with ADHD, they usually only do good in individual type sports. After T-Ball was over, I was relieved that I didn't have to go back again but I knew he needed some other type of sport to be active in. One of my husband's friends had mentioned to me trying him out in Jiu-Jitsu and told me of the place where he trained. We signed him up in 2009 and he has been going 3 times a week since then. It was almost like a weight had been lifted off of my shoulders and his. He is more balanced now than he has ever been. Professor Draculino is amazing with the kids. He is very patient, understanding, and has some good jokes. His staff and him are unbeatable!!! It is a very family oriented place and I have had the privilege of watching his son grow into a young man. I personally have tried gyms, personal trainers, bootcamps, and other exercise routines for myself and none of them made me happy. I am now a member of the Gracie Barra team. Pretty soon my daughter will be a member of the team. I recruit people daily to sign up and there is not one bad thing I can say about this fellowship! They are my family.

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Posted 12 years ago

Dustin Smith

Great team here

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Posted 4 years ago

Christopher Sims

Great for kids! My 14 year old loves this place. The trainers are great with the kids

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Posted 6 years ago

Greg Smith

Great place for your child (especially the girls, because they're just as good as the boys and sometimes better!) to learn how to protect themselves and get some good physical exercise at the same time. Draculino and his staff are the best and their teaching skills are excellent.

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Posted 8 years ago

David Blette

Went to try out a class. Instruction was usual to good quality. The space was pretty crowded given the size of the facility and the number of people practicing at the class. My only real complaint ( and the reason for the loss of 1 stars) is their prices are a full 50% higher than most other metropolitan areas. For $149/mo you only get access to their fundamentals class which has limited offerings per week. Most jiu jitsu places are all access and around $100 /mo.

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Posted 10 years ago

jacob patterson

Muay thai coach (David) is a bit of a bully. On two occasions he hit me so hard in the face during "friendly" sparring thay he knocked me down and once bloodied my nose. Second time i strongly felt like it was in response to a misunderstanding I had with another student. He didnt bother to explain himself until I came to him, then it was excuses and "my guy" this and "my guy" that. Im not "your guy". Im someone who paid a lot of money to be there and not be treated that way. If you really werent intending any ill will, tell me that after the class instead of giving the impression an explanation was beneath you until I confronted you about it. He knows a lot, but I feel lacks the maturity to be a head coach. Maybe in some knucklehead fight club gym, but not a world class org like gracie barra. Sorry David. You cant just go beating on beginners who pay to take your classes and not expect consequences. Jiu jitsu classes were awesome, but obviously wouldnt recommend the muay thai course.

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Posted 2 years ago

Oakley Sin

They just changed up the schedule, again, and my biggest complaint is this BJJ school doesn't offer enough classes for adults, especially if you don't have 3+ stripes on your white belt. Between the Yoga, kids, teens, muay thai, wrestling, no-gi, competition class, there's only a select few classes that a lower level belt (adult) is even 'allowed' to attend. And because of that limitation the classes seem to have 30+ students (which is way too much given the size of the mat) and only 2 professors teaching. Which not only means you pretty much never get a professor to walk you through a drill individually, but that there's usually not enough room on the mat for everyone to drill. Often we have to be in groups of 3s meaning you get even less reps on drills and less time spent rolling. For $165/mo I feel the school should be offering a lot more classes, for all levels, and be able to provide more hands on instruction, and have enough space for students to actually practice.

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Posted 5 years ago