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Gracie Barra El Monte

Gracie Barra El Monte

11836 Valley Blvd, El Monte, CA 91732, El Monte, California

+1 626-639-9629
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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Classes & Programs

Class Types

  • Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Age Groups

  • Adults
  • Kids
  • Teens

Skill Levels

  • Advanced
  • All Levels
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate

Highlights & Considerations

Highlights

  • Knowledgeable instructors
  • Clean facilities
  • Welcoming environment
  • Committed staff
  • Confidence building for kids
  • Emphasis on safety
  • Challenging training
  • New facility with quality mats
  • Inclusive of all skill levels
  • Kind and fun coaching
  • Ample parking

Testimonials

Rating Distribution

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Excellent

"Great training center. Very knowledgeable instructors. The facilities are well kept and clean which is very important for any jujitsu gym. I recommend them very highly. The owner is a very cool guy too!"

- Jonathan Corbett

via Google

4/2/2025

Excellent

"Amazing Professor’s and facility, super clean and welcoming. Great for new or advanced young or mature 🙇‍♂️🙏🌊"

- dan spence

via Google

1/24/2025

Excellent

"I train here from time to time when I’m on travel to the LA area. Instructors and staff are top notch professionals. They are great to work with, keep everyone safe and always challenging the students."

- Steve Prescia

via Google

1/14/2025

5.0

(10 reviews)

Business Hours

  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 3:30-8:30PM
  • Wednesday: 3:30-7:30PM
  • Thursday: 3:30-8:30PM
  • Friday: 3:30-7:30PM
  • Saturday: 9:30AM-12:30PM
  • Sunday: Closed

Instructors

J

Joe

Owner, Coach

Kind, knowledgeable, and deeply committed instructor who makes classes fun and works with all fitness levels.

M

Mario

Lead Professor, Instructor

Attentive and patient coach who makes students feel safe and comfortable, especially newcomers.

Location

Amenities

  • Clean facilities
  • Parking
  • Quality mats

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