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Gracie Barra Santa Barbara

Gracie Barra Santa Barbara

1014 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, Santa Barbara, California

+1 805-456-0803
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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
MMA
Muay Thai

Classes & Programs

Class Types

  • Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
  • MMA
  • Muay Thai

Age Groups

  • Adults
  • Kids

Skill Levels

  • Advanced
  • All Levels
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate

Highlights & Considerations

Highlights

  • Supportive, family-like community
  • Top-notch, knowledgeable instruction
  • Welcoming environment for all ages and levels
  • Emphasis on discipline, confidence and respect
  • Clean, well-maintained facility

Considerations

  • Weird class times
  • Unprofessional front desk staff

Testimonials

Rating Distribution

50 reviews

5 stars

49

4 stars

0

3 stars

0

2 stars

0

1 star

1

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Excellent

"I am the dad of an 8-year-old boy and 6-year-old girl. I’ve trained at a few different places in my life, and have been witness to many different martial arts programs for kids. The best that I know of is GB Santa Barbara. I write this as we say goodbye, because we are moving out of town. My son has..." Read more

- Clint Scheuerman

via Google

8/2/2024

Excellent

"Gracie Barra has been a tremendous blessing for my son. In just a week I have seen him transform the way he presents himself to the world. Definitely recommend :)"

- Lisa Dejon

via Google

7/19/2024

Excellent

"I've been training at Gracie Barra Santa Barbara for more than five years, and it has truly been a transformative experience. The physical and mental benefits are incredible—I've never felt stronger or more focused. But what sets this place apart is the community. The friendships I've formed here ar..." Read more

- Victor Resangel

via Google

6/21/2024

4.9

(98 reviews)

Trial Offer

Free Trial: Free introductory lesson

Business Hours

  • Monday: 12-8PM
  • Tuesday: 6:30AM-8PM
  • Wednesday: 12-8PM
  • Thursday: 6:30AM-8PM
  • Friday: 6:30AM-7PM
  • Saturday: 9AM-12PM
  • Sunday: Closed

Instructors

R

Rodrigo Clark

Professor, Head Instructor

P

Paulo Thiago

Professor

T

Travis

Instructor

S

Shea

Instructor

T

Tracy

Instructor

J

Justina

Instructor

S

Shay

Instructor

J

J.P.

Professor

I

Ighor

Coach

J

Jordan

Coach

C

Chaye

Coach

R

Ryan

Coach

Location

Amenities

  • Clean and well-maintained mats
  • Female changing room
  • Public parking (first 75 mins free)

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