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Gracie Barra Upland Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Self Defense

Gracie Barra Upland Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Self Defense

1131 W 9th St, Upland, CA 91786, Upland, California

+1 909-900-6128
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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Kids Self-Defense
Women-Only Self-Defense

Classes & Programs

Class Types

  • Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
  • Kids Self-Defense
  • Women-Only Self-Defense

Age Groups

  • Adults
  • Kids
  • Teens

Skill Levels

  • Advanced
  • All Levels
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate

Highlights & Considerations

Highlights

  • Friendly and supportive staff
  • Clean and well-maintained facility
  • Family-like and inclusive community atmosphere
  • World-class instructors and coaches
  • Classes for all skill levels
  • Women-only self-defense classes
  • Strong kids and teens program
  • Free trial classes
  • Large facility with two mats and seating
  • Flexible accommodations for breaks or schedule changes

Considerations

  • Strict 60-day cancellation policy
  • Perceived favoritism towards competitors or involved families
  • Inconsistent coaching support at competitions
  • Reports of rough training causing injuries
  • Lack of accountability and communication in some incidents
  • Inflexible membership freeze and cancellation terms

Testimonials

Rating Distribution

49 reviews

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45

4 stars

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Very Poor

"I had a deeply disappointing and painful experience at Gracie Barra Upland that I feel compelled to share. I was a committed student for 3 years, attending classes about 12 times a month and genuinely loved training there. Unfortunately, that all changed when I sustained a nerve injury from a fast a..." Read more

- Georgina Rodriguez

via Google

5/9/2025

Very Poor

"I’m writing this because I hope it helps create change. I’m not trying to tear the place down I just want to speak honestly in case others feel the same. I trained at GB Upland for about four years. I was consistent, sometimes even going twice a day. I competed around 7 times and always placed gold..." Read more

- RodBJJ82

via Google

5/1/2025

Excellent

"I am a new student and have been very pleased with the environment. Everyone has been welcoming and positive so far! Thank you!"

- Charles Miller

via Google

1/7/2025

4.8

(113 reviews)

Trial Offer

Free Trial: Free fundamentals trial class/fundamentals session

Business Hours

  • Monday: 8AM-9PM
  • Tuesday: 8AM-8PM
  • Wednesday: 8AM-9PM
  • Thursday: 8AM-8PM
  • Friday: 8AM-8PM
  • Saturday: 8AM-8PM
  • Sunday: 8AM-8PM

Instructors

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Professor Ana

Professor

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Professor Rafael

Professor

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Coach Katie

Coach

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Pedro

Front Office

Location

Amenities

  • Large training area with two full-size mats
  • Modern and clean facility
  • Plenty of seating

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