Gracie Barra Tacoma

Gracie Barra Tacoma Martial Arts and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for all skill levels in Tacoma, WAGracie Barra is one of ...

Martial Arts and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for all skill levels in Tacoma, WAGracie Barra is one of the most trusted names in martial arts today. Our values, commitment to excellence and dedication to Jiu-Jitsu have set us apart as a leader in the Tacoma martial arts community.Gracie Barra is no ordinary martial arts organization. Students enjoy access to over 700 Gracie Barra Schools worldwide, professional-quality Jiu-Jitsu gear and online resources to further their training. We promote a holistic perspective to Jiu-Jitsu, including physical and mental wellness. All GB Schools are supervised by a Gracie Barra certified instructor, who supports students and helps each one achieve their potential through challenging training programs.

Passing a good guard takes patience and precision — not brute force. This week’s classes are all about breaking grips, s...
11/05/2025

Passing a good guard takes patience and precision — not brute force.
This week’s classes are all about breaking grips, staying balanced, and using pressure the smart way.

11/04/2025

🔺 Knee-on-Belly Tie → Crossface Choke — Professor Rodrigo Fajardo shows how to blend control and submission in one smooth sequence.
1️⃣ Knee under armpit + belly pressure
2️⃣ Elbow by foot → pass the free leg over to tie
3️⃣ Elbow under neck + foot hook = opposing forces for the choke
Control. Balance. Finish. 🥋💪

The real progress happens when you’re tired, frustrated, and ready to quit — but don’t. That’s when you level up. 💥 ...
11/03/2025

The real progress happens when you’re tired, frustrated, and ready to quit — but don’t.
That’s when you level up. 💥

10/31/2025

🔺 Passing the Knee Shield with Pressure and Precision.
Professor Otávio Sousa shows how to turn a tough half guard into an easy pass:
1️⃣ Stay attached & control the collar
2️⃣ Smash the shield with shoulder + head
3️⃣ Cut the angle, walk sideways & steamroll through
Pressure. Patience. Progress. 🥋💪

✨ BJJ Legend Spotlight: Rafael Mendes ✨6x World Champion. ADCC gold medalist. Technical pioneer. Mentor to the next gene...
10/30/2025

✨ BJJ Legend Spotlight: Rafael Mendes ✨
6x World Champion. ADCC gold medalist. Technical pioneer. Mentor to the next generation. Rafa Mendes is a true architect of modern jiu-jitsu.
➡️ What’s your favorite Rafa highlight — berimbolo, back take, or submission finish?

⚡ Every roll begins standing. This week: takedowns made for Jiu-Jitsu—grips, posture, and level changes to set the tone ...
10/29/2025

⚡ Every roll begins standing. This week: takedowns made for Jiu-Jitsu—grips, posture, and level changes to set the tone from the start.

🎃 Halloween at GB Tacoma!No BJJ kids’ classes on Friday, October 31st, our little champions will be out trick-or-treatin...
10/29/2025

🎃 Halloween at GB Tacoma!

No BJJ kids’ classes on Friday, October 31st, our little champions will be out trick-or-treating, and we want everyone to enjoy the night with their families! 👻

✅ BMT Kids and Adults classes are still ON. Come train, have fun, and keep those combos sharp! 🥊💪
✅ Adult BJJ Open Mat (6:30 PM) for those who still want to roll before the weekend.

See you on the mats (in costume or not 😉)

10/28/2025

🌀 Spinning Kneebar from Top Half Guard — Professor Café Dantas shows how to turn pressure into a clean submission finish.
1️⃣ Sit on the knee and open space
2️⃣ Hug the ankle, pinch your knees
3️⃣ Arch your back to secure the tap
Fast, technical, and precise — control every step before the spin. ⚙️🥋

🧐 Ask questions, try new grips, experiment. Progress comes when you stay curious on the mats.
10/27/2025

🧐 Ask questions, try new grips, experiment. Progress comes when you stay curious on the mats.

🔗 One move leads to another. The best players don’t stop at plan A—they flow into B, C, and beyond.
10/18/2025

🔗 One move leads to another. The best players don’t stop at plan A—they flow into B, C, and beyond.

10/17/2025

🥋 Flow from One Submission to the Next.
When the Ezekiel choke stalls, Professor Márcio Feitosa shows how to transition smoothly into a powerful collar choke from side mount:
1️⃣ Shift hips → secure deep collar grip
2️⃣ Switch from Ezekiel → collar choke
3️⃣ Arch the back and apply full pressure for the finish

Adapt. Adjust. Attack. 🔺

🥋 BJJ Legend Spotlight: Demian Maia 🌍From IBJJF and ADCC champion to showcasing world-class jiu-jitsu in the UFC, Maia c...
10/16/2025

🥋 BJJ Legend Spotlight: Demian Maia 🌍
From IBJJF and ADCC champion to showcasing world-class jiu-jitsu in the UFC, Maia carried the art into MMA like no one else. His legacy proves that BJJ fundamentals are timeless.

Who remembers watching Demian Maia dominate with pure jiu-jitsu? 💪🔥

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Fircrest, WA
98466

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