Gracie Barra Whittier - Whittier, California

Mario Macias

Was Looking for sports activity for my boy of 8 years. Team sports like soccer didn’t work out for him; he just wasn’t interested.

I found Gracie Barra studio in Whittier. The place looked great and clean. The staff were enthusiastic and helpful.

After the first week my boy began to show lots of interest and now looks forward to the sessions especially the sparing.

I highly recommend Gracie Barra jujitsu
It’s making a positive difference in my boys life and is enjoying making friends.

Aaron Garcia

I cannot recommend Gracie Barra, Whittier highly enough! From the moment I walked through the doors, I was impressed by the welcoming and professional atmosphere. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced practitioner, this school has something for everyone.

Coaching: The instructors are incredible—highly skilled, patient, and dedicated to helping each student improve. They break down techniques in a way that’s easy to understand, while still challenging you to grow and push your limits. Their passion for BJJ is contagious, and they truly care about each student’s progress, both on and off the mats.

Environment: The culture here is amazing. It’s a friendly, inclusive, and respectful community where people of all skill levels come together to learn and train. The students are supportive and make you feel like part of a team right away, which is rare in many gyms.

Training: The classes are well-structured, balancing technical drills, live rolling, and conditioning. They offer a variety of sessions, from fundamentals for beginners to advanced classes for more seasoned grapplers. Open mats are a fantastic opportunity to test your skills in a safe and fun environment.

Facilities: The school is clean, spacious, and equipped with high-quality mats and gear. Hygiene is clearly a priority, which makes training even more enjoyable.

Results: Since joining, I’ve seen tremendous improvement in my fitness, confidence, and BJJ skills. Whether your goal is to compete, get in shape, or simply learn self-defense, GB Whittier is the perfect place.

Kevin Arambula

The staff and members have always made this a safe and great learning environment. If you are thinking of trying jiu jitsu this is a great place to start. We look forward to seeing you on the mat!

Katherine Allen

We love this juijitsu school! The staff are great with our children, and the families that participate are wonderful. It's a great price for the amount of practices each month too!

Leticia Sainez

It's a perfect place to take your little one. The coaches have a lot of patience for the children and work on motivating them to continue practicing. My son loves to get promoted so he's learning that hard work and dedication lead to results.

Dolores Marquez

I started coming to Gracie Barra because I wanted to work on my physical Fitness, and I am definitely seeing a difference already. I was very intimidated at first, but after a couple of sessions I started feeling more confident. I have never done Martial arts of any kind before, but everyone there is very understanding and patient with me as I learn. I recommend coming here whether you are new to Jiu Jitsu or very well versed. If you are looking for a sense of community then Gracie Barra Whittier is the place for you. I highly recommend it.

Chris Hori Photography

Gracie Barra Whittier is the best! If you want to train jiu jitsu whether you're an adult or a parent with a child you can't go wrong with GB Whittier

Veronica Rodriguez

This place is awesome. Both of my kids have been attending for a bit over a year, and they love it! Thank you, Coach Alex!