Gracie Barra Bristol Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

3, 15 Heber St, Redfield, Bristol BS5 9JU, UK

4.9 (88 reviews)

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Gracie Barra Bristol Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is one of the highly regarded Gracie Barra Jiu-Jitsu schools. Expert tuition from Black Belts.

Class Schedule

Monday 6 classes

07:00 – 08:00 GB1 - All levels Class Mark

17:30 – 18:30 Future Champs (5-9yrs) Mat 1 Joanna

17:30 – 18:30 Future Champs (10-15yrs) Mat 2 Prof Geeza

18:30 – 19:30 GB1 â€“ BJJ Fundamentals Class Prof John

18:30 – 19:30 GB2 â€“ Advanced BJJ Prof Geeza

19:30 GB3 - Free Sparring

Tuesday 4 classes

12:30 – 13:30 All Levels Lunchtime Class Prof Joanna

18:30 – 19:30 GB1 â€“ Mat 2 Fundamentals Class Rainer

18:30 – 19:30 GB2 â€“ Mat 1 Advanced BJJ class Prof Geeza

19:30 GB3 - Free Sparring

Wednesday 6 classes

07:00 – 08:00 All Levels Breakfast Class Mark

17:30 – 18:30 Future Champs (5-9yrs) Mat 1 Elizabeth

17:30 – 18:30 Future Champs (10-15yrs) Mat 2 Prof Geeza

18:30 – 19:30 GB1 â€“ Mat 2 Fundamentals Class Matt Hodge

18:30 – 19:30 GB2 â€“ Mat 1 Advanced BJJ class Prof Geeza

19:30 GB3 - Free Sparring

Thursday 4 classes

12:30 – 13:30 All Levels Lunchtime Class Prof Joanna

18:30 – 19:30 GB1 â€“ Mat 1 Fundamentals Class Prof John

18:30 – 19:30 GB2 â€“ Mat 2 Advanced BJJ class Prof Geeza

19:30 GB3 - Free Sparring

Friday 3 classes

17:30 – 18:30 Future Champs (5-9yrs) Mat 1 Joanna

17:30 – 18:30 Future Champs (10-15yrs) Mat 2 Prof Geeza

18:30 – 19:30 GB2 â€“ BJJ Advanced Class Prof Geeza

Saturday 2 classes

10:00 – 11:00 GB1 Gi Techniques and Drills Prof Geeza

11:00 GB3 Free Sparring/|Competition Class Prof Geeza

Sunday 1 classes

15:00 – 17:00 Study Hall Geeza

Coaches

Professor Nicolai "Geeza" Holt Head Coach

Black Belt 3rd Degree

Professor Geeza is the Head Coach of Gracie Barra Bristol and is a four-time IBJJF European Black Belt Masters Champion. Geeza is currently a Third Degree Black Belt with over 20 years of teaching experience in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

Coach Eugeniu Zadoinov

Brown Belt

Coach Eugeniu is the head of our no-gi training program. He has been training BJJ for twelve years and is a Gracie Barra Brown Belt, earned at Gracie Barra Bristol.

Professor Callum Lamont

Black Belt

Professor Callum has been training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu since the first half of 2016. He teaches in the teenagers' class and in the MMA class.

Professor Dr. Gregory Clarke

Black Belt

Dr. Greg is a Gracie Barra Black Belt and has been training martial arts for over 30 years. He enjoys the â€œhands-onâ€ approach of BJJ. He teaches the Saturday morning MMA class in which he aims to help Gracie Barra students gain and develop the link between striking and grappling.

Professor Elizabeth Maple

Black Belt

Elizabeth Maple is a Gracie Barra Brown Belt under Professor Geeza. She has been training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for over 10 years. Elizabeth teaches our Future Champions Classes.

Professor Joanna Maple

Black Belt 1st Degree

Joanna is the Professor of Gracie Barra Staple Hill and teaches at Gracie Barra Bristol. She closely follows the Gracie Barra method and every year completes the Gracie Barra Instructor Certification Program.

Professor John Bishop

Black Belt 1st Degree

Professor John 'Hippy' Bishop is a Gracie Barra Black Belt and an experienced competitor. He is an authentic and sincere instructor who cares about the progress of his students and is the Head of the Fundamentals Program at Gracie Barra Bristol.

Professor Mark Russell

Black Belt

Professor Mark is a Gracie Barra Black Belt, and he is the Head of the Morning Class Program at Gracie Barra Bristol (but also trains most evenings). Mark won the 2022 award for Most Dedicated Student at Gracie Barra Bristol.

Professor Matt Hodge

Black Belt

Matt is a Gracie Barra Black Belt, and he teaches the GB1 program at the school. Matt is a determined and highly flexible grappler. He teaches in the GB1 program and also works as an art teacher in a high school.

Professor Rainer Groh

Black Belt

Rainer is a Gracie Barra Black Belt, and he teaches the GB1 program at the school. Rainer was in the German Olympics Team as a long jumper and then his passion turned to Jiu Jitsu.

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Terry Lok

My son is very happy and excited in learning BJJ in here. The coaches are very friendly and patient in training the children.

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Posted 1 month ago
David

Amazing lessons always learned at Gracie Barra Bristol. Started training in 2016 and welcomed back with many familiar faces. Feels like home. The energy here is great and Geeza is an amazing teacher.

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Posted 2 months ago
Karl Williams

Great atmosphere, very welcoming. Beginner friendly graduated fundamentals session. Would highly reccomend

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Posted 2 months ago
NASIR YUSUF

Great atmosphere, welcoming staff, safe and kids love and can make friendship

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Posted 3 months ago
Selam Henok

My boys really love it here.
Posted 3 months ago
Aida

My twin boys absolutely love Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Bristol, and I honestly can't recommend it highly enough. What stands out is how welcoming and supportive the coaches are. They allow children to attend classes at their own pace until they feel comfortable and ready to join in fully, with no pressure at all. The lessons go far beyond martial arts. The team teaches important life values such as respect, integrity, discipline, resilience, and the importance of community. They help children understand that nobody is perfect and that making mistakes is a normal and valuable part of learning and growing. The positive impact it has had on my boys' confidence and mindset has been incredible to see. A fantastic club with amazing instructors who genuinely care about the children and their development. ❤️

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Posted 4 months ago
Es Smith

Our Sons age 5 and 6 have recently joined. They were both very shy and one refused to participate. The Mester and coaches were so warm and so patient, easing both boys in their own time. They really encouraged without pressure or judgement for them standing on the sidelines. The other students were also so kind, going lighter on them when paired up, recognising they were nervous. Both sons are now confidently going.

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Posted 4 months ago
Ahmed Zakout

Highly recommend Gracie Barra! A great place to train bjj - everyone is very friendly and welcoming. High level of knowledge and expertise. Weekday session consists of a warm up, followed by a fundamentals and an advanced class. Friday, Saturday, and Sunday are mixed classes and also a lot of fun. Be prepared to have a good rough and tumble! In my opinion, the best way to spend your evening after work!

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Posted 6 months ago
CR Decorators

Fantastic Jiu Jitsu centre for my 6 year old. Geeza and all the staff are great. Would highly recommend if your looking to get your kid into fitness and self defense.

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Posted 6 months ago
Jack Lockwood

I've had a really good experience training there. I felt welcomed and could appreciate just how good the group is. People are enthusiastic, kind and inspiring. It's a positive atmosphere. There's care for each other. And there are loads of classes in the week so it's easy to find times to train. Gratitude to the team.
Posted 2 years ago
Michał Rutkowski

We've joined Gracie Barra Bristol in 2019, when my son was 5. There is a sense of community there and everyone feels welcomed. Its great place for children to begin sports activities and gain some self-confidence.
Posted 2 years ago
Lydia Kim

I went to the Gracie Barra Bristol for the first time a week ago. The atmosphere was very friendly and welcoming from the moment I arrived. It was comfortable learning Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for the first time in the UK, as students were kind and supportive in teaching each other techniques. The instructors offered a variety of classes under a well-structured program and taught professional techniques that fit the students' levels. It's a great place to learn martial arts, which is why I decided to sign up for a membership.
Posted 2 years ago
rachel hall

My son started training nearly 3 years ago and absolutely loves it, so much that i started training myself (an older plus size mum!!) I feel very comfortable and safe with the team here and with the others that train here. There is a massive focus on safety and inclusiveness, especially for women. I enjoy that people come here to learn and get better but are not overly aggressive which I think would put me off! (don’t get me wrong we’re doing a very physical martial art and I think competitiveness is normal 🤣 just not to the point where we are disrespectful to our training partners!) I like that there was never any kind of pushy sales behaviour and the option to come and try a number of classes and borrow a Gi whilst I/we made our minds up was very kind. Especially with children you never know how you feel about something until you have done it a couple of times. Ultimately if you want to come and try it out or train somewhere with no egos or expectations then I cannot recommend it highly enough!
Posted 2 years ago
Liam Hall

A fantastic family to join. Everyone is friendly and welcoming regardless of your experience. This has been a much needed space for my son to use regularly and what started as a try put has ended up with my son still loving to come 2 and a half years later The professors genuinely care and have a wealth of experience to impart on adults and juniors alike. If you are ever looking to try something new, then I could not recommend Gracie Barra Bristol enough!!!!!
Posted 2 years ago