GRACIE BARRA DENVER - BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU & SELF-DEFENSE
About
This gym offers Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and self-defense training in a structured, community-focused environment. Classes are designed to be welcoming to all skill levels, from beginners to experienced practitioners, with a strong emphasis on fundamentals, safety, and proper technique over brute force. The coaching team, led by Professor Daniel and Coach Mariah, is consistently praised for being knowledgeable, supportive, and genuinely invested in each student's progress. Members describe the instruction as detailed and clear, ensuring students thoroughly understand the concepts being taught.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members consistently praise the skilled and caring coaching, specifically highlighting Professor Daniel and Coach Mariah for their supportive, detailed instruction and genuine investment in student progress. They describe the atmosphere as incredibly friendly, welcoming, and respectful, with a strong community feel that motivates growth. The classes are noted for being well-structured, challenging yet accessible to all levels, and focused on fundamentals and safety over power. Several reviewers mention the convenient location and family-oriented environment as additional benefits.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (5)
Alex Guadnola
7 months ago
Gracie Denver is a great school, I love training here. Professor Daniel very clearly cares about all of his students and wants to see them succeed. Professor Daniel cares about the community within his school and is very big about respect in his school. I would recommend Gracie barra Denver to anyone in a heartbeat. I love it here and wish I came sooner in my Jiu Jitsu journey
william duboise
a year ago
I had a wonderful experience at this gym. I wholeheartedly appreciate the detailed training and concepts that will aid me in my BJJ journey. Once again I’m proud to be a member of the Gracie Barra community.
Kyle
10 months ago
Gracie Barra Denver is an amazing place to train. The coaches are skilled, supportive, and truly care about your progress. The classes are structured, challenging, and welcoming to all levels. The community is respectful and motivating, making it a great environment to grow in jiu jitsu. Highly recommend!
Scott Ferguson
10 months ago
Gracie Barra Denver is an amazing place to train! The atmosphere is incredibly friendly and welcoming, whether you're brand new or have experience. Professor Daniel and Coach Mariah are outstanding leaders—knowledgeable, supportive, and genuinely invested in helping you grow. The technique instruction is excellent, and they take the time to make sure you really understand what you're learning. Highly recommend for anyone looking to train in BJJ with a great community!
Boost Movement
4 years ago
I've been training at Gracie Barra Centennial for less than a year and was so happy that this studio in Denver is now open because it's very convenient for me to get to no matter where I am in the central Denver area. There are several reasons I like training at Gracie Barra. They are family oriented. Plenty of time is spent on fundamentals with a focus on safety and technique over power and brute force. All of the instructors are very friendly, caring, and always provide an enjoyable learning experience that is challenging, but fun and safe for all levels of people regardless of skill or conditioning. I highly recommend that you come in and try a class if you are looking for a studio to practice BJJ at. Best, Steven
scheduleHours
Monday: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 4:00 – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 6:00 – 8:00 AM, 4:00 – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 4:00 – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 6:00 – 8:00 AM, 4:00 – 8:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Sunday: Closed