Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Adult Classes

The Gracie Barra program structure defines 3 main stages of development for students starting at the beginner level and progressing to the competition level in brazilian jiu-jitsu.

Our programs are designed with each student’s personal achievement in mind. Your personal goals, such as fitness or self-defence, will be taken into account when you sign up.

GB1 Program >

Jiu-Jitsu Fundamentals

GB2 program >

Advanced Jiu-Jitsu

GB2 No-Gi Program >

Expert Jiu-Jitsu

Advantages in taking our class

In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, you don’t need to be stronger or bigger than your opponent to beat them. Therefore, it’s one of the most effective martial arts to learn for self-defense.

1 - Real World Self Defense

Our professors whill teach you practical self-defense techniques that are effective for everyone and help enhancing personal safety and confidence.

2 - Mental and Physical Strengthening

With our training method we help our students getting mental and physical benefits, including improved focus, problem-solving skills, increased energy, and enhanced well-being.

3 - Mind & Body Connection

Develop a strong mind-body connection through the practice of Jiu-Jitsu, fostering mental resilience and physical prowess.

GB1

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Fundamentals

The Gracie Barra Fundamentals Program teaches the basic principles of effective fighting. Its structure condenses an immense diversity of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu into core fundamental moves combined intelligently and safely to optimize your learning.

This course can be thought of as Jiu-jitsu for beginners. This course teaches the fundamentals and principles of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu as well as the skills you need to grow personally in a Jiu-Jitsu lifestyle.

Students experience results that go beyond gains in strength, flexibility, fitness or self-defense skills. By remaining truthful to the lessons learned in practice and applying them off the mats, Gracie Barra students experience an overall improvement on their focus, energy and general well-being.

At this stage of training, students experience significant gains in overall fitness levels and considerable weight loss and increase in flexibility. Improvements in sleep, energy and concentration will also be noticed, as well as self-confidence.

Students will now have a good understanding of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Gracie Barra’s self-defense system.

At this stage of training you will:

GB2

Advanced Jiu-Jitsu

After mastering the fundamentals, what comes next on Gracie Barra’s Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu journey? More advanced program accessible from white belt with 3 stripes.

In this course, you will advance your Jiu-Jitsu knowledge. Take your training beyond the fundamentals and begin to hone the principles you need to succeed, such as discipline, respect, commitment, and leadership.

Improve your level of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu technique. This program aims to level up, and make you discover the concepts of the “Human Chess Game”. Strategy, discipline, respect, and determination are necessary to succeed during this program.

At this stage of training, students will notice a shaping in their Jiu-Jitsu game flow as well as develop transitions between Jiu-Jitsu techniques. Overall fitness level will continue to improve as well as a massive body change and muscle tone building. You will start to see yourself stronger and with more energy as you commit to the program.

You now have the possibility to step up and participate in Jiu-Jitsu competitions, if that’s your goal!

GB2 - No Gi

Expert Jiu-Jitsu


This program is accessible from white belt with 3 stripes. You can now explore our concepts and discover new No-Gi (without kimono) Jiu-Jitsu techniques.

Our No-Gi classes are available for our advanced students only. It is fast-paced, cardio heavy, and requires a lot of flow and precise techniques. It can be very dynamic and less of the slow grind that grappling in the Gi can often involve. They can be quite different but both a lot of fun!

By practicing this new way of Jiu-Jitsu, students will be forced to learn new grips since the collar, sleeves, and pant legs are no longer available.

You will be able to adapt your BJJ to use non-kimono grips like under and over hooks, collar ties, and wrist controls. You will also have a new understanding of the “handles” on the human body and how to control an opponent, gaining more confidence in and off mat.

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Coming from Australia I was on a short visit to Johannesburg and needed a place to train. I Highly recommend this place for jiu Jitsu training. The staff and students are top notch, very welcoming and a friendly bunch which made me feel so much at home. Definitely be coming back here and I can’t stress out the fact how clean and nice the training facilities are. Thank you GB Sandton students and Professor Storm! 🤙🤙
Jiu Jitsu is extremely difficult to learn due to the complexity of the moves. That is why the majority of beginners quit within a few months. The only way to overcome this frustration is by training where there is a warm, friendly evironment where you can actually feel the organization cares about you- this is where GB Sandton makes all the difference. The 2 Black belt instructors are honestly caring and endlessly patient, constantly watching and helping. Classes start precisely on time and follow a predictable format. There is free, professional security (guarded, lic scan etc) basement parking- lots of people movement as Gold's Gym is 1 floor below. Very reasonable pricing with no contract fine print or binding clauses. This has been my experience as a 60yr old beginner- can't fault anything.
Gracie Barra Sandton has the best kids program in Gauteng. They are able to keep my children on the mats, engaged, and enjoying the lesson. The level of coaching is exceptional, and I can see how my kids have progressed in a short period of time. I have also enjoyed some evening classes myself, and Storm is an excellent professor. Highly recommend!
My son joined beginning of the year 2023, after a google search of "karate studio near me" which lead me to Gracie Barra Sandton, i reached out and the rest is history . The team was quick to respond , we went for a try out , we both fell in love with the staff , the studio , the professionalism & we got a very warm welcome from the kids to the staff to the parents. We were hooked instantly and signed up for the entire year . Gracie Barra Sandton not only teaches jiu-jitsu but also brotherhood , discipline , passion and most importantly fun whilst learning, it is by far my kid's favourite extra mural activity . Well done team!!!
Dear GB Sandton Team, I hope this message finds you well. I wanted to express my sincere appreciation for the opportunity to attend my first complimentary Jiu Jitsu class at Gracie Barra Sandton. It was an incredibly enriching experience, and I thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of it. Based on my positive experience, I am keen to take the next step and become a member of your esteemed organization. Therefore, I would like to proceed with the 10-day trial membership as discussed. Please let me know the necessary steps to formalize my membership and begin the trial period. I am excited about the prospect of furthering my journey in Jiu Jitsu under your guidance and expertise. Thank you once again for the wonderful introduction to your academy, and I eagerly anticipate the opportunity to train with you further. Sincerely, Lesedi Moloi

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