Gracie Barra Tacoma

Gracie Barra Tacoma Martial Arts and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for all skill levels in Tacoma, WAGracie Barra is one of ...

Martial Arts and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for all skill levels in Tacoma, WAGracie Barra is one of the most trusted names in martial arts today. Our values, commitment to excellence and dedication to Jiu-Jitsu have set us apart as a leader in the Tacoma martial arts community.Gracie Barra is no ordinary martial arts organization. Students enjoy access to over 700 Gracie Barra Schools worldwide, professional-quality Jiu-Jitsu gear and online resources to further their training. We promote a holistic perspective to Jiu-Jitsu, including physical and mental wellness. All GB Schools are supervised by a Gracie Barra certified instructor, who supports students and helps each one achieve their potential through challenging training programs.

We’re excited to begin a new chapter at Gracie Barra Tacoma.As our academy grows, we’re welcoming new professors and str...
03/17/2026

We’re excited to begin a new chapter at Gracie Barra Tacoma.

As our academy grows, we’re welcoming new professors and strengthening our team to continue developing confident leaders on and off the mats.

To celebrate, we’re hosting a FREE Community Anti-Bullying Seminar for Kids & Teens.

📅 Saturday, March 21st
📍 Gracie Barra Tacoma
🕘 9:00 AM – Doors Open

Bring your kids and invite their friends to learn valuable anti-bullying skills, train together, and connect with our community.

Stay for our potluck and open mat after the seminar!

Confidence. Character. Courage. Community.

Building Confidence Through Bang Muay ThaiStarting something new can feel intimidating for kids — and for parents too.Th...
03/11/2026

Building Confidence Through Bang Muay Thai

Starting something new can feel intimidating for kids — and for parents too.

That’s why our Kids Bang Muay Thai program at Gracie Barra Tacoma is designed specifically for beginners. Classes focus on learning fundamentals in a safe, structured, and supportive environment.

Students develop more than just striking skills.
They build:
• Confidence
• Discipline
• Coordination
• Respect for training partners

Our goal is to help kids grow stronger not just physically, but mentally and emotionally as well.

No experience is needed.

They just need the courage to start.

Send us a message if your child would like to try their first Bang Muay Thai class.

03/10/2026

The submission doesn’t start on the ground.

It starts with the takedown.

Today in Tacoma, Professor Matheus was breaking down how real jiu-jitsu connects everything — takedown → control → submission.

At a high level there are no separate techniques.
There are only chains.

If your takedown creates pressure…
the guard pass opens.
If the pass creates control…
the submission is already there.

That’s the difference between learning moves and learning jiu-jitsu.

Grateful to see this level of detail being shared on the mats today.

Tacoma training with Professor Matheus 🥋🔥

GB Tacoma Team — this one’s for those of you ready to level up.With Professor Matheus now stepping in as our Head BMT Co...
03/02/2026

GB Tacoma Team — this one’s for those of you ready to level up.

With Professor Matheus now stepping in as our Head BMT Coach, the next phase of growth is here.

If you’re a GB Tacoma member who:
• Has the time to train in the mornings
• Has the experience and maturity for advanced work
• Wants to sharpen both striking and grappling

You’re invited to train in our new MMA class at Gracie Barra Renton

🗓 Mondays & Wednesdays
⏰ 10:00–11:00 AM

This is not a beginner fitness class.
This is structured MMA training under high-level leadership.

If you’re serious about expanding your skill set and stepping into a more competitive room, contact Professor Filipe Matos or Professor Matheus Morais directly for details and approval.

We’re building something strong between Tacoma and Renton.

And if the demand is there, we may look at bringing additional MMA opportunities to GB Tacoma in the future.

Standards are rising.
Opportunities are here.
The question is — are you ready for it?

🔺🥋🔥

The future is on these mats. 💥Our Teens Class at Gracie Barra Tacoma is leveling up — and so is our coaching staff.We’re...
02/28/2026

The future is on these mats. 💥

Our Teens Class at Gracie Barra Tacoma is leveling up — and so is our coaching staff.

We’re proud to have Professor Matheus and Coach Kelsey stepping in as two of the newest leaders on our team.

Professor Matheus brings world-class experience — Black Belt competitor for over 6 years, professional MMA veteran, years of high-level competition — and now he’s pouring that knowledge straight into the next generation.

Coach Kelsey brings nearly a decade of consistency, technical precision, and a real gift for connecting with young athletes. She knows how to build confidence, discipline, and fundamentals the right way.

This is what development looks like:
Structure.
Standards.
Strong mentorship.

Our teens aren’t just learning Jiu-Jitsu.
They’re learning accountability.
They’re learning resilience.
They’re learning how to carry themselves with confidence on and off the mats.

Big things ahead for GB Tacoma. 🔺🥋

Big things happening at Gracie Barra Tacoma & Renton.We’re leveling up.🔥 Professor Matheus MoraisBlack Belt for over 6 y...
02/20/2026

Big things happening at Gracie Barra Tacoma & Renton.

We’re leveling up.

🔥 Professor Matheus Morais
Black Belt for over 6 years.

13–win Professional MMA fighter.

High-level striker. High-level grappler. Proven under pressure.

This isn’t theory. This is experience forged in competition, in cages, and on podiums. When you learn from Matheus, you’re learning from someone who has tested his Jiu-Jitsu at the highest levels.

And that matters.

💜 Coach Kelsey Jamison
Purple Belt.

Over 9 years of consistent training.
Passionate about fundamentals and exceptional with kids.

Don’t let her kindness fool you, she’s the silent assassin on the mats.

She brings patience, structure, and a deep love for the art—especially in developing the next generation on the mats. Skill + heart + experience is a powerful combination.

We are honored to have BOTH of them here in the greater Seattle area, teaching and building something special inside our Tacoma and Renton academies.

High-level instruction.
Strong culture.
Real community.

The standard just went up. 🥋🔥

Heads up GB Tacoma family! Due to unforeseen circumstances with coach availability (illness, travel delays, and family o...
12/22/2025

Heads up GB Tacoma family!

Due to unforeseen circumstances with coach availability (illness, travel delays, and family obligations), we will be closed tomorrow evening 12/23 with no evening classes or open mat.

The 6:30am class on 12/23 is still on! 💪

As a reminder, we will host an open mat 10a-12p on Christmas Eve (12/24) for those that would like to train. We will be closed on 12/25 for Christmas. We will see you back on 12/26 for our regular class schedule!

Thank you for your understanding, and we wish everyone a safe and healthy holiday week!🎄

BJJ starts with a handshake — and the battle for grips begins right after. Control the grips, control the game. 💊 ...
11/16/2025

BJJ starts with a handshake — and the battle for grips begins right after.
Control the grips, control the game. 💊

🦃 Thanksgiving Schedule Update 🦃We will be closed Thursday 11/27 (Thanksgiving) and Friday 11/28 (Black Friday) so our t...
11/13/2025

🦃 Thanksgiving Schedule Update 🦃
We will be closed Thursday 11/27 (Thanksgiving) and Friday 11/28 (Black Friday) so our team and students can enjoy time with their families.
Regular classes resume on Saturday following Thanksgiving 11/29.
Have a safe and happy holiday! ❤️

From the mats to the cage — Rafael Lovato Jr. proved that pure Jiu-Jitsu fundamentals win anywhere.
11/13/2025

From the mats to the cage — Rafael Lovato Jr. proved that pure Jiu-Jitsu fundamentals win anywhere.

When you’re stuck under mount, panic makes you weaker. Breathe, frame, move — and let your technique do the work. 🥋 ...
11/12/2025

When you’re stuck under mount, panic makes you weaker.
Breathe, frame, move — and let your technique do the work. 🥋

11/11/2025

🎥 Elevate your takedown game with these must-learn techniques! 🌟
3 Takedowns Everyone Should Learn:
1️⃣ Single Leg Takedown — A go-to for beginners, built on balance and control.
2️⃣ Double Leg Takedown — Explosive power to drive your opponent straight to the mat.
3️⃣ Osoto Gari — Classic outer reap for timing, leverage, and precision.
Drill them. Refine them. Own the stand-up game. 💪🥋

Address

1109 Regents Boulevard
Fircrest, WA
98466

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 2pm
5pm - 8pm
Tuesday 4:30pm - 7:30pm
Wednesday 11am - 2pm
4:30pm - 8pm
Thursday 3:30pm - 8pm
Friday 11am - 2pm
5pm - 9pm
Saturday 9:30am - 2pm

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