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Denver, Colorado • Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Jiu‑Jitsu For Everyone.
Build strength. Sharpen focus. Find your team.
Train in a structured, welcoming academy where beginners feel at home from day one. Our certified instructors help kids, teens, and adults build practical skills, confidence, and a healthier routine on the mats.
Official Gracie Barra Academy • Denver, CO
Your First Class Is Free
Start where you are. We’ll guide you from there.
You do not need to be fit, flexible, or experienced before you begin. Our step-by-step method gives first-time students a clear, comfortable introduction to Jiu-Jitsu.
- A free introductory class with no prior experience required.
- A welcoming academy tour and help choosing the right program.
- A loaner uniform for your first session when available.
- No pressure — meet the team and see how training feels.
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Find Your Program
A class for every age, goal, and starting point.
Every program follows the Gracie Barra method: structured lessons, clear progress, and coaching that meets you at your level.
Jiu-Jitsu for Adults
Learn fundamentals, self-defense, escapes, and positional control in a safe class designed for every fitness level.
Start in fundamentals →Women's Jiu-Jitsu
Develop practical self-defense, confidence, and conditioning through leverage-based training in a supportive environment.
Try a women’s class →Gi and No-Gi
Expand your timing, control, takedowns, and submissions through both traditional Gi and fast-paced No-Gi training.
Explore training options →More Than a Workout
Train for real life.
Jiu-Jitsu gives Denver students a place to work hard, reset mentally, and build skills that carry beyond the mats.
Strength & energy
Build useful strength, cardio, mobility, and body awareness through purposeful training.
Focus & resilience
Learn to stay calm under pressure, solve problems, and keep moving when things get difficult.
Confidence & self-defense
Practice leverage, positioning, and awareness in a controlled environment with attentive coaches.
Community & belonging
Train with teammates who know your name, notice your progress, and want you to succeed.
Plan Your Training
Classes built around your week.
Morning, midday, and evening availability makes it easier to build a consistent routine. These are current school hours; contact us for the class-by-class schedule.
Call About Class TimesSchool hoursDenver, CO
Monday11:30am–1:30pm / 3:30pm–8:30pm
Tuesday6:30am–8:30am / 3:30pm–8:30pm
Wednesday11:30am–1:30pm / 3:30pm–8:30pm
Thursday6:30am–8:30am / 3:30pm–8:30pm
Friday3:30pm–7:30pm
Saturday8:30am–1:00pm
SundayClosed
Meet Your Instructor
Learn from coaches who know how to teach.
Head Professor Valerio Ubaldini leads instruction at Gracie Barra Denver with a focus on clear technique, individual progress, and a strong academy culture.
His mentor, Professor Jefferson Moura, is a sixth-degree black belt from Rio de Janeiro and a World, Brazilian, Pan-American, and European champion. Their connection reflects the technical standard and tradition behind every class.
Gracie Barra instructors complete the Instructor Certification Program, helping them communicate clearly, recognize individual challenges, and guide students with confidence.
Tell us your goals
Choose the program that fits you or your child, then reserve a free visit.
Meet the academy
Tour the school, meet a coach, and get comfortable before class begins.
Step on the mats
Learn at your pace in a structured class with support at every step.
What Our Community Values
A Denver academy that feels like a team.
“Welcoming from the first class, with coaches who make new students feel comfortable and give them a clear place to start.”Beginner experience
“A supportive atmosphere where kids learn discipline, confidence, and how to be good teammates while having fun.”Families & youth
“Technical instruction, challenging training, and a community that keeps people motivated to come back each week.”Training culture
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Got Questions?
Frequently asked questions
What to know before your first day on the mats.
No. Training helps you develop cardio, strength, coordination, and mobility over time. Fundamentals classes are designed for beginners starting at their current fitness level.
Wear comfortable athletic clothing and bring water. The school can provide guidance about a loaner Gi before your visit. Shoes stay off the mats.
No. Beginners first learn positions, movement, and technique in a controlled setting. Your instructor will explain when live training is appropriate.
Youth programs serve children and teens with age-appropriate coaching. Contact the academy so the team can recommend the best class for your child’s age and experience.
Use the preview form to see the intended experience. Until it is connected to the school’s lead system, call (720) 295-9070 to reserve your visit.
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Gracie Barra Denver
A welcoming place to train, grow, and connect with Denver’s Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu community.