Durham CTC

About Durham CTC

# Durham CTC

At Durham CTC, we're proud to be part of the Certified Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Training Centers family, which means we uphold the rigorous standards and authentic lineage that the Gracie family has established for over a century. Our affiliation ensures that every student learns genuine Gracie Jiu-Jitsu—the same principles and techniques that have proven effective on the mat and beyond. We're committed to maintaining these high standards in our instruction, our belt promotion criteria, and our culture, so that whether you train with us in Durham or visit another certified academy across the country, you know you're getting the real deal.

Our training philosophy centers on technique over athleticism, building a foundation that works for every body type and age. We believe in the Gracie principle that a smaller, technically skilled person can successfully defend against a larger opponent, and we structure our classes to develop problem-solving skills on the mat. From fundamentals through advanced levels, we emphasize consistency, patience, and the joy of continuous improvement rather than chasing quick belt promotions.

We offer classes for kids, teens, and adults at all skill levels, with separate fundamentals and advanced tracks so whether you're stepping on the mat for the first time or you've been training for years, you'll have the right environment to grow. If you're new to Jiu-Jitsu or considering giving it a try, we genuinely welcome you—many of our best students started exactly where you are, nervous but curious. Come in for a trial class, meet our team, and experience why so many people in Durham have made BJJ part of their lives.