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.

📢 GB Tacoma Schedule Update Effective Immediately — April 6, 2026Hi everyone,Please note the following updates to the G...
04/06/2026

📢 GB Tacoma Schedule Update
Effective Immediately — April 6, 2026

Hi everyone,

Please note the following updates to the GB Tacoma class schedule, effective immediately April 6, 2026:

Kids & Adult BMT
- All Kids BMT classes: 5:30 PM
- All Adult BMT classes: 7:30 PM

Updated Start Times
- Tuesdays & Thursdays: classes will now start at 4:30 PM
- Mondays / Wednesdays / Fridays: classes will now start at 4:35 PM

Class Changes
- LC2 Advanced classes on Wednesdays and Fridays have been removed
- Advanced/Invite will remain for the Friday Kids Comp class

GB1 Schedule
- GB1 classes: Monday through Friday at 6:30 PM
- Friday No-Gi: 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Please review the updated schedule and plan your training accordingly. Thank you for your flexibility and continued support.

— GB Tacoma Team

Every belt feels different.Some stages are full of frustration.Some are full of breakthroughs.Some make you question eve...
04/03/2026

Every belt feels different.

Some stages are full of frustration.

Some are full of breakthroughs.

Some make you question everything you thought you knew.

That’s the beauty of Jiu Jitsu.

What belt are you on right now?

Hello GB Tacoma Family,CompNet Washington Spring 2026 is officially LIVE, happening on May 16 at Foster High School Gym....
04/01/2026

Hello GB Tacoma Family,

CompNet Washington Spring 2026 is officially LIVE, happening on May 16 at Foster High School Gym.

This is an exciting opportunity for our Tacoma students — whether it’s your first competition or you’ve competed before — to step on the mats, challenge yourself, and represent our team.

This is more than just a tournament… this is about growth, confidence, and showing your progress ⚔️

Registration is now OPEN with special promotional pricing for a limited time.

Ready to Compete?

👉 Register here: compnet.link/washington
👉 Use code: CNSPRING20 ($20 OFF – limited time)
👉 Reach out to your coach if you need guidance

Our coaches will be there every step of the way to support you.

Let’s show up strong, Renton 💪

See you on the mats!
– Gracie Barra Tacoma Team

🚨 IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT – TACOMA 🚨There will be NO BJJ & BMT classes on Saturday, April 4 due to the Revolution Tournam...
04/01/2026

🚨 IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT – TACOMA 🚨

There will be NO BJJ & BMT classes on Saturday, April 4 due to the Revolution Tournament.

Let’s show our support to all our teammates who are stepping on the mats and representing the team! 💪🔥

Classes will resume on Monday.

Thank you for your understanding and support — see you back on the mats soon! 🙏

03/27/2026

Our recent Anti-Bullying Seminar at Gracie Barra Tacoma was a powerful reminder of what we are truly building here — not just better athletes, but stronger kids, stronger families, and a stronger community.

Through the Gracie Barra anti-bullying program, our students learned how to respond to bullying with awareness, confidence, verbal boundaries, emotional control, and safe self-defense when necessary. These are life skills that matter far beyond the mats.

If you are looking for a place where your child can grow stronger, feel supported, and learn from a team that truly cares, this is it.

Join Gracie Barra Tacoma and give your child more than an activity — give them tools for life.

Book an intro class today.

More than a photo — this is what growth looks like on the mats. 🔴⚪️From our kids to our adults, this moment reflects wha...
03/20/2026

More than a photo — this is what growth looks like on the mats. 🔴⚪️

From our kids to our adults, this moment reflects what Gracie Barra Tacoma is all about: learning together, growing together, and building confidence through consistent training.

We are proud of every student who steps on the mats ready to learn with focus, respect, and effort. With coaches leading from the front and teammates supporting one another, our school is a place where students of all ages can develop real skills, stronger character, and lasting confidence.

Book your FREE class today.

We’re excited to begin a new chapter at Gracie Barra Tacoma.As our academy grows, we’re welcoming new professors and str...
03/17/2026

We’re excited to begin a new chapter at Gracie Barra Tacoma.

As our academy grows, we’re welcoming new professors and strengthening our team to continue developing confident leaders on and off the mats.

To celebrate, we’re hosting a FREE Community Anti-Bullying Seminar for Kids & Teens.

📅 Saturday, March 21st
📍 Gracie Barra Tacoma
🕘 9:00 AM – Doors Open

Bring your kids and invite their friends to learn valuable anti-bullying skills, train together, and connect with our community.

Stay for our potluck and open mat after the seminar!

Confidence. Character. Courage. Community.

Building Confidence Through Bang Muay ThaiStarting something new can feel intimidating for kids — and for parents too.Th...
03/11/2026

Building Confidence Through Bang Muay Thai

Starting something new can feel intimidating for kids — and for parents too.

That’s why our Kids Bang Muay Thai program at Gracie Barra Tacoma is designed specifically for beginners. Classes focus on learning fundamentals in a safe, structured, and supportive environment.

Students develop more than just striking skills.
They build:
• Confidence
• Discipline
• Coordination
• Respect for training partners

Our goal is to help kids grow stronger not just physically, but mentally and emotionally as well.

No experience is needed.

They just need the courage to start.

Send us a message if your child would like to try their first Bang Muay Thai class.

03/10/2026

The submission doesn’t start on the ground.

It starts with the takedown.

Today in Tacoma, Professor Matheus was breaking down how real jiu-jitsu connects everything — takedown → control → submission.

At a high level there are no separate techniques.
There are only chains.

If your takedown creates pressure…
the guard pass opens.
If the pass creates control…
the submission is already there.

That’s the difference between learning moves and learning jiu-jitsu.

Grateful to see this level of detail being shared on the mats today.

Tacoma training with Professor Matheus 🥋🔥

GB Tacoma Team — this one’s for those of you ready to level up.With Professor Matheus now stepping in as our Head BMT Co...
03/02/2026

GB Tacoma Team — this one’s for those of you ready to level up.

With Professor Matheus now stepping in as our Head BMT Coach, the next phase of growth is here.

If you’re a GB Tacoma member who:
• Has the time to train in the mornings
• Has the experience and maturity for advanced work
• Wants to sharpen both striking and grappling

You’re invited to train in our new MMA class at Gracie Barra Renton

🗓 Mondays & Wednesdays
⏰ 10:00–11:00 AM

This is not a beginner fitness class.
This is structured MMA training under high-level leadership.

If you’re serious about expanding your skill set and stepping into a more competitive room, contact Professor Filipe Matos or Professor Matheus Morais directly for details and approval.

We’re building something strong between Tacoma and Renton.

And if the demand is there, we may look at bringing additional MMA opportunities to GB Tacoma in the future.

Standards are rising.
Opportunities are here.
The question is — are you ready for it?

🔺🥋🔥

The future is on these mats. 💥Our Teens Class at Gracie Barra Tacoma is leveling up — and so is our coaching staff.We’re...
02/28/2026

The future is on these mats. 💥

Our Teens Class at Gracie Barra Tacoma is leveling up — and so is our coaching staff.

We’re proud to have Professor Matheus and Coach Kelsey stepping in as two of the newest leaders on our team.

Professor Matheus brings world-class experience — Black Belt competitor for over 6 years, professional MMA veteran, years of high-level competition — and now he’s pouring that knowledge straight into the next generation.

Coach Kelsey brings nearly a decade of consistency, technical precision, and a real gift for connecting with young athletes. She knows how to build confidence, discipline, and fundamentals the right way.

This is what development looks like:
Structure.
Standards.
Strong mentorship.

Our teens aren’t just learning Jiu-Jitsu.
They’re learning accountability.
They’re learning resilience.
They’re learning how to carry themselves with confidence on and off the mats.

Big things ahead for GB Tacoma. 🔺🥋

Big things happening at Gracie Barra Tacoma & Renton.We’re leveling up.🔥 Professor Matheus MoraisBlack Belt for over 6 y...
02/20/2026

Big things happening at Gracie Barra Tacoma & Renton.

We’re leveling up.

🔥 Professor Matheus Morais
Black Belt for over 6 years.

13–win Professional MMA fighter.

High-level striker. High-level grappler. Proven under pressure.

This isn’t theory. This is experience forged in competition, in cages, and on podiums. When you learn from Matheus, you’re learning from someone who has tested his Jiu-Jitsu at the highest levels.

And that matters.

💜 Coach Kelsey Jamison
Purple Belt.

Over 9 years of consistent training.
Passionate about fundamentals and exceptional with kids.

Don’t let her kindness fool you, she’s the silent assassin on the mats.

She brings patience, structure, and a deep love for the art—especially in developing the next generation on the mats. Skill + heart + experience is a powerful combination.

We are honored to have BOTH of them here in the greater Seattle area, teaching and building something special inside our Tacoma and Renton academies.

High-level instruction.
Strong culture.
Real community.

The standard just went up. 🥋🔥

Address

1109 Regents Boulevard
Fircrest, WA
98466

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 2pm
5pm - 8pm
Tuesday 4:30pm - 7:30pm
Wednesday 11am - 2pm
4:30pm - 8pm
Thursday 3:30pm - 8pm
Friday 11am - 2pm
5pm - 9pm
Saturday 9:30am - 2pm

Telephone

+12535761676

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