Gracie Barra – The Woodlands
About Gracie Barra – The Woodlands
At GRACIE BARRA – THE WOODLANDS, we are passionate about Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and dedicated to helping students of all experience levels discover the transformative power of this martial art. Located in Texas, Texas affiliated with Gracie Barra, our academy welcomes everyone from complete beginners to experienced grapplers.
Our experienced instructors bring years of dedicated training and a genuine love for the art to every class. We emphasize strong fundamentals, technical precision, and a supportive training culture where every student is encouraged to grow at their own pace.
We offer Adult programs designed to serve our diverse student body. Whether your goal is fitness, self-defense, competition, or simply the challenge of learning a complex martial art, GRACIE BARRA – THE WOODLANDS has a class for you.
Come experience the GRACIE BARRA – THE WOODLANDS community for yourself. Your first class is on us — we look forward to welcoming you to the mat.
Reviews
Best workout physically and mentally! What I love most about our gym is the family culture… it is truly unmatched. The gym is very clean and well maintained. Professor Alex Morono and all of the instructors are very approachable and teach the most modern and effective practices. Do the free trial and see for yourself, you won’t regret it.
Exceptional establishment! Had a chance to train with the team while visiting Houston and really enjoyed the welcoming atmosphere and high level skills of the instructors and students I interacted with. Thank you again and I will definitely be coming back
We just did our first class with our 4yo son and can’t say enough good things about it! Wish we found this gym sooner. The staff was so nice, Coach Alex is so knowledgeable but also wonderful with teaching young kids, and there were so many coaches to be able to work in small groups. He got so much out of just one class, can’t wait to be back.
Came into town to visit family and dropped in for the no gi class on Wednesday evening taught by Gabe. Gabes teaching style and ability to breakdown techniques is incredibly impressive. The amount of drilling the technique was amazing! I’ve never been successful with the submission shown in live rolling before but after an hour of working with Gabe I ended up landing it on the final roll of the evening. Usually from what I’ve noticed you are shown a technique drill it 3-5 times and move on to another. Thats not the case here. Gabe showed the same submission and 4 different ways of achieving it with no less than 10 reps in for each type. During which Gabe and other high level instructors were walking around and giving positive correction until everyone was confident and competent in the technique. Next portion of class was live rolling 4/6 minute rounds that left me completely exhausted. The same attention from the instructors during technique was present during the rolling. They’d ensure everyone was rolling safely and coaching students during. All my training partners were extremely friendly and the atmosphere is just great here. If you are looking for a gym in the area Alex Moronos is the one to join. Beginner to advanced his team will get your game to the level!
Gracie Barra The Woodlands has changed my life for the better. First the product that they promote has positive effects on my social, emotional, and physical wellbeing. I make better sleep, nutrition and overall life choices due to the martial arts. The facility is world class and you will not find better anywhere in the city. Finally the staff who I consider family at this point is invested in me and my community. I’m not just a number I am their brother and it shows through both their words and actions. Thanks Gracie Barra for being my home away from home.
Frequently Asked Questions
IS THERE A FREE TRIAL CLASS?
Absolutely. We invite all prospective students to try their first class free at GRACIE BARRA – THE WOODLANDS. It's the best way to experience our training environment, meet our coaches, and see if BJJ is right for you. No experience or equipment needed — comfortable athletic clothing is fine.
DO I NEED ANY EXPERIENCE TO START?
No experience necessary! GRACIE BARRA – THE WOODLANDS welcomes complete beginners. Our instructors break down every technique step by step, and our community is known for being welcoming and patient with new students. Everyone starts as a white belt, and that's exactly where you should start too.
WHAT SHOULD I WEAR TO MY FIRST CLASS?
For your first visit, comfortable athletic clothing works perfectly — a t-shirt and shorts or athletic pants. Once you commit to training regularly, you'll want to invest in a gi (kimono). Our coaches can recommend quality options at a range of price points.
HOW OFTEN SHOULD I TRAIN?
Most students at GRACIE BARRA – THE WOODLANDS train 2 to 3 times per week and see consistent progress. Showing up regularly matters far more than training intensely once in a while. We offer multiple class times throughout the week so you can find a schedule that fits your life.
DO YOU OFFER CLASSES FOR KIDS?
Yes! We offer dedicated programs for children and teens at GRACIE BARRA – THE WOODLANDS. Our youth classes focus on discipline, respect, confidence-building, and the fundamentals of BJJ in a safe, fun environment.
Programs
Weekly Schedule
| Time | Class | Level |
|---|---|---|
| 6:00am | Fundamentals BJJ | All Levels |
| 12:00pm | Noon BJJ | All Levels |
| 5:30pm | Kids BJJ | Youth |
| 6:30pm | Fundamentals BJJ | All Levels |
| 7:30pm | Advanced BJJ | Blue Belt+ |
| 6:00am | No-Gi Grappling | All Levels |
| 6:30pm | No-Gi Submission | Intermediate |
| 7:30pm | Competition Training | Advanced |
| 9:00am | All Levels BJJ | All Levels |
| 11:00am | Open Mat | All Levels |
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