Gracie Jiu Jitsu Santa Cruz
1345 Capitola Rd, Santa Cruz, CA 95062, Santa Cruz, California
Classes & Programs
Class Types
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
- Kids Self-Defense
- Self-Defense Fundamentals
- Women-Only Self-Defense
Age Groups
- Adults
- Kids
Skill Levels
- All Levels
- Beginner
Highlights & Considerations
Highlights
- Friendly and engaging instructors
- Welcoming community atmosphere
- Clean and aesthetically pleasing facility
- Structured program with online resources
- Inclusive environment for all skill levels
- Focus on safety and fundamentals
- Strong COVID-19 safety measures
Considerations
- Billing and membership cancellation issues
Testimonials
Rating Distribution
26 reviews
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4 stars
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Excellent
"Extremely friendly and engaging teachers that meet you where you are in your capabilities. I was intimidated by BJJ but eventually the algorithm led me here for a free women empowered class and since then I've been hooked. The dojo is aesthetically peaceful and inviting... Reminiscent of Miyagi-Do o..." Read more
- S Wan
via Google
4/18/2025
Excellent
"My 5 year old daughter is loving it... finding her voice and strength while having a great time. Her teachers are amazing and we are always looking forward to Our Gracie days!"
- Laurel Beck
via Google
11/22/2024
Excellent
"I Love Gracie in general and this gym in particular. I train here as an adult, and my two kids, ages 10 and 6, go here, too. Gracie has mastered teaching kids jiujitsu through play and not burning them out. The Combatives program is the perfect onramp for adults that avoids injury. The space is clea..." Read more
- Christopher Kelly
via Google
6/12/2024
4.8
(31 reviews)
Trial Offer
Free Trial: Free women-empowered class and 10-day intro
Business Hours
- Monday: 4:30-8:30PM
- Tuesday: 3:30-6:30PM
- Wednesday: 4:30-8:30PM
- Thursday: 3:30-6:30PM
- Friday: Closed
- Saturday: 9:30AM-12PM
- Sunday: Closed
Instructors
Drew
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Shell
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Ash
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Dave
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Stephen
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Steve
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Location
Amenities
- Beautifully landscaped, clean facility
- Outdoor training facility with mats and shade canopies
- Sanitized grappling dummies