Gracie Barra – Lexington

If you are in the area and looking for world-class Brazilian Jiu Jitsu training, I can’t recommend Carter’s Academy highly enough. I dropped in while visiting from out of town and was immediately welcomed like family. Sensei Carter and his staff were incredibly helpful, professional, and friendly from the moment I walked in. The students were the same way—great training partners and a very positive environment. It’s rare to find a place that combines high-level instruction with such a welcoming culture. Carter’s Academy truly does both. If you’re serious about BJJ but also want to train somewhere that treats people right, this is the place.

I am a head instructor at GU in Torrance and was invited to teach a Seminar at John's school. I was welcomed with open arms and the facility was clean and professional. Staff, instructors and students are super friendly. I had a great time. GJJ Lexington has my full endorsement! Keep up the good work!

An excellent structured program to get in BJJ. Mr Carter is excellent with kids and adults.

John, the instructor and owner, was a great teacher and welcoming host. I was travelling for business and training in his school during my stay. Part of the benefit of Gracie is once you are a member you can access other training centres part of the network. It is great to be welcomed somewhere during business trips. Great for ground game come check it out.

I was on a business trip in the area for a week and attended several Gracie Combatives classes. The facility was wonderful and very clean. John (owner/instructor) was welcoming, professional and made me, a short time visitor, wish I was staying in the area longer. He really fostered a great environment which was mirrored by several students I had pleasure of meeting and practicing with during my stay. I highly recommend this spot!