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Gracie Barra Jiu Jitsu in San Diego - Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
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Gracie Barra Jiu Jitsu in San Diego - Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

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About

Gracie Barra Jiu Jitsu in San Diego offers authentic Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training for adults and children through structured programs. The academy is led by Professor Alexandre Ogawa, a black belt instructor and co-founder, and features high-quality mats, private parking, and a sanitized training area. All instructors are certified through the Gracie Barra ICP, ensuring classes follow a structured curriculum with high teaching standards and professionalism. The gym provides a comprehensive approach to martial arts, including self-defense skills and an Anti-Bully Program for children that focuses on building confidence and character.

reviewsWhat Members Say

Members consistently praise the outstanding instruction, specifically highlighting Professor Arley Ogawa's knowledge, leadership, and passion for teaching. They describe a welcoming atmosphere that feels like a big family from the moment they enter, with incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and encouraging instructors. Reviewers emphasize the academy's exceptional cleanliness, organization, and safety standards, while parents appreciate how the kids' program builds confidence, discipline, and self-defense skills. Many members report that training here has added significant physical and mental benefits to their lives over years of practice.

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Marcos Barros

a month ago

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I had an amazing experience at Gracie Barra San Diego. Professor Arley Ogawa is not only a great friend of mine, but truly an outstanding Jiu-Jitsu instructor. His knowledge, leadership, and passion for teaching are next level. The academy offers a structured Jiu-Jitsu program for adults and an incredible Kids Program that focuses on confidence, discipline, and real self-defense skills. Their Anti-Bully Program is especially powerful for children, helping them build character while learning how to protect themselves in a safe and supportive environment. What I really respect is that Professor Arley and his entire team are certified through the Gracie Barra ICP (Instructor Certification Program). That means classes follow a structured curriculum with high teaching standards and professionalism. If you’re looking for authentic Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, self-defense, and a strong community in San Diego, this is the place. Highly recommended. Marcos Barros

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Rod Gaete

6 months ago

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I visited as a GB guest from another school. Absolutely great coaches, awesome guys to roll with, I fully enjoyed! I can’t say enough good things about this Jiu-Jitsu location! From the moment I walked in, I felt welcomed and supported. The instructors are incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and encouraging. I’d love to return once my schedule allows for it. Until then, thank you Professor Ale for everything!!

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Derick Castillo

7 months ago

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Gracie Barra San Diego is an awesome place to learn jiu jitsu, not only for yourself but also if you have a family! Great place for kids to learn discipline and a martial art! The Professors and the coaches are amazing! Cleanliness, safety and training deserves an A++. Amazing community!

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samanta holland

2 months ago

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The professors teach Jiu-Jitsu in a special way that helps children build confidence, discipline, and a love for learning. Every class feels friendly and welcoming, like being part of a big family. The school is also unbelievably clean and organized. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a strong community and excellent instruction.

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Scott O'Brien

2 months ago

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Gracie Barra San Diego is an amazing place to learn Jiu Jitsu! The instructors are very knowledgeable and great people. Whether you are signing up your kids or training as an adult, they offer a ton of convenient classes. It's also fun to be a part of the great community they've cultivated. I've been training here for over 4 years, and Jiu Jitsu has added more to my life, both physically and mentally, than I could have imagined when I first started. Do yourself a favor and try it out.

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High-quality matsPrivate parkingSanitized training area

Contact

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4809 Clairemont Dr Suite-A, San Diego, CA 92117, USA

scheduleHours

Monday: 9:00 AM – 8:30 PM

Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 8:30 PM

Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 8:30 PM

Thursday: 9:00 AM – 8:30 PM

Friday: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 3:00 – 8:00 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

groupCoaches & Instructors

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Professor Alexandre Ogawa

Instructor / Co-founder

Black Belt

Co-founder and instructor of Gracie Barra Aclimação in São Paulo, Brazil. Carries the Gracie Barra vision, values, and principles. Coaches competitors who achieve results in national and international tournaments.