Gracie Jiu Jitsu Houston

We will be closed on Saturday, July 4th, in observance of America's 250th birthday. Have a great weekend!

Before Brazil plays against Japan on Monday in Houston, FIFA came by Gracie Jiu Jitsu Houston and the place was alive! We had jiu jitsu lovers rolling on the mats and Brazilian soccer fans ready to cheer on their team. It’s moments like these that remind us why our community is so unique. From jiu jitsu to soccer, we’re all here to celebrate together. 🇧🇷⚽️🥋

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Straight from Rio to Houston. 🇧🇷➡🇺🇸

Professor Jackson Fortunato at Gracie Jiu Jitsu Houston recently had the privilege of training with Master Leão Teixeira, 8th Degree Coral Belt, founding member of Gracie Barra, and one of the most respected instructors in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, at the legendary Escola de Jiu-Jitsu Leão Teixeira in Rio de Janeiro.

From technical exchanges on the mat to sharing decades of knowledge and experience, the visit was a reminder that the journey of learning in Jiu Jitsu never ends.

The journey continues in Houston. Master Leão Teixeira will soon be joining us for a special seminar at Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Houston. More details coming soon. Stay tuned!

After over 30 years together, Kenn and Dorothy, both Master Cycle® students at Gracie Jiu Jitsu Houston, are still finding new ways to grow. Martial arts have been a constant in their journey. Dorothy saw how Jiu Jitsu transformed Kenn’s mindset and confidence. Inspired, she tried it herself and quickly fell in love with the art. They’ve trained in Canada and France, and now they have the opportunity to share the mats once again, learning and growing together under Professor Jackson’s guidance. “Gracie Jiu Jitsu Houston is an incredible place to train, and we’re truly grateful to be part of this family.”

Schedule your risk-free 10-day trial here: https://gjjhouston.com/

Happy Summer! We will be closed for summer break from Monday, June 15th, to Sunday, June 21st. Open mats are available for current students while we are closed. Muay Thai classes are still open on Thursday at 7:30 pm and Sunday at 10:30 am.

See you on the mats soon! Schedule your free trial the week of June 22: https://gjjhouston.com/

Jiu Jitsu teaches one simple truth: the mat doesn’t care how big you are, only how well you adapt. Every round is a lesson in staying calm under pressur. Leverage, not ego, wins the day.

Small victories, strong character.

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Book your 10-day unlimited risk-free trial today: https://gjjhouston.com/page/beginner-adults-jiu-jitsu-houston

Meet Coach Teddy, one of our top instructors at Gracie Jiu Jitsu Houston!

With 16 years of training and 7 years as a black belt, Coach Teddy keeps classes lively and practical.

He pushes students to get better, stay motivated, and have fun along the way. Plus, expect some friendly banter. 😅

Outside of jiu jitsu, he’s into CrossFit, gaming, movies, trying new food spots, and hitting the beach. We’re proud to have him as part of the Gracie Jiu Jitsu Houston family.

Try a class with Teddy at our combatives class or for your kids through the Bullyproof program. Check out the schedule here to book: https://gjjhouston.com/schedule

We will be closed on Memorial Day as we take time to honor and remember those who served. Wishing everyone a safe holiday with family and loved ones. 🇺🇸

What started in 2020 as a way for Nancy to get back into shape for soccer quickly became something much bigger for the entire family.

After her very first class, she enrolled her kids, who were just 5 and 6 years old. When the gym reopened after COVID, Nancy began helping with the kids' classes to better understand what her children were learning. Dennis joined the journey in 2021, and since then, the whole family has trained together.

Today, both Nancy and Dennis are Certified Instructors helping teach kids and Combatives classes at Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Houston.

Over the last five years, jiu-jitsu has become more than just training. It’s helped their family learn how to stay calm under pressure, work through challenges, accept failure, and grow stronger together.

Watching families grow together through jiu-jitsu is one of the most special parts of what we do. Thank you, Nancy and Dennis, for being such an important part of our community.

Muay Thai classes are officially here at Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Houston, and we’re excited to keep growing the program with great people on the mat.

Please welcome our new Muay Thai instructor, Matt Costello. 👊

Matt brings high-level striking experience, strong technical knowledge, and a passion for teaching. Whether you’re looking to sharpen your stand-up, improve conditioning, or challenge yourself in a new way, you’re going to love training with him.

Catch Matt teaching:
• Thursdays at 7:30 PM
• Sundays at 10:30 AM

Call or text 8323170217 to schedule your class.