FAQs

Yes, we are open for training in all programs! Open Monday - Saturday, closed on Sunday.

Our schedule is constantly evolving as we adjust to increasing demand for high quality Gracie Jiu-Jitsu. See Class schedule.

Please see Programs page. Links to sign up are inside each program description.

Please wear clean comfortable workout clothes if you don’t have a GI (uniform). Uniforms are required if you continue to train and are available in our pro shop or online select shop from our menu options. A clean GI must be worn for every class and a t-shirt or rash guard must be worn under the GI.

No problem. Not needed for your first class. Just wear comfortable workout clothing. You can purchase a Gi at the in person or online from our pro shop by selecting shop from our menu options.

White.

Not at this time. Please wear comfortable gym clothes until you are able to purchase a Gi. All students must purchase a white GI (Uniform) to attend Combatives, Master Cycle, and all kid’s classes. Women Empowered does not require a GI.

No Problem. We see beginners every day and will schedule you for a class that is appropriate for your level of experience. Our adult classes have students of all fitness levels and all ages.

No problem! Our beginner programs are specifically designed for first-time jiu-jitsu practitioners and the techniques are always broken down into easy-to-follow steps. Always keeping safety, a priority.

At our academy, safety is the number one priority. In far too many BJJ schools, the classes are structured to meet the needs of the most elite students. If you are a beginner student, you are expected to serve as a “grappling dummy” for those above you. The thought process is, if you avoid injury, and stick around long enough, you will eventually figure it out. At our academy we take the opposite approach. Firstly, there is no competitive sparring in our beginner programs. As a result, you’ll have a chance to learn all the beginner techniques in a fully-cooperative environment, with like-minded training partners for 8-12 months. Once you move on to the advanced program, and you begin sparring, you will have the benefit of working with training partners of every skill level who are working with you rather than against you. This culture of collaboration and mutual benefit is extremely rare in jiu-jitsu, and we go to great lengths to make sure it is upheld at our academy. All instructors are law enforcement background checked. All adult students names are run against the Colorado Bureau of Investigation sex offender registry. We want a safe training environment for all students.

NO. Jiu-Jitsu is the most fun form of fitness. Come train and train some more. You will reach your fitness goals!

Hopefully great! Watch the videos for a detailed breakdown of what to expect on the classes tab on the website.

Everything about our beginner programs was specifically designed to make the classes as safe and encouraging for new students as possible.

As a first-time student we will pair you up with a slightly more experienced student who can answer your questions and help guide your learning throughout the class.

Bathrooms are available for changing, and we provide common area cubbies for usage during classes. You may use the provided cubbies to store your personal belongings.

Check www.gracieuniversity.com go to locations. If there is a Gracie Certified Training Center (CTC) there you can train at no cost. We will email the head instructor to give them a heads up you will be visiting. When you return let us know what classes you took, and we will give you credit.

Combatives has an option for 2 x week and an unlimited option. Master Cycle has a 2 x week, 3 x week and unlimited option. Women Empowered is 2 x week, Kids classes are usually 2 x week.

We are using CDC-recommended cleaning solutions to sanitize our mats, heavy bags, and Thai pads before each class. We are also frequently cleaning surfaces in our bathrooms, lobby, and front desk.

Yes. Have them go to the home page and select 7 - Day Free trial!

Jiu-jitsu is designed to empower the weak against the strong and there are no physical prerequisites to get started. Literally ANYONE can learn jiu-jitsu especially when taught the Gracie way!

No. We operate on a first-name basis and a handshake.

T-Shirt, shorts or athletic pants if they don’t have a uniform. Uniform and gear will be available in the pro shop or online. Select shop from the menu options.

White.

Our friendly, energetic kids’ instructors will get your child acquainted with the class structure, which includes two sections of technique standing and ground, warm-ups and active games. We will have several instructors in each class, so all the kids are supervised and receive enough individual attention.