Highlights: 19 classes/wk · Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team
Looking for Gracie Jiu Jitsu Santa Cruz in Salinas, CA? It's a Brazilian jiu jitsu academy at 1345 Capitola Rd, rated 4.9/5 across 35 Google reviews. Membership runs about $210/month. Below: programs, schedule, pricing, reviews, and how to book a free trial.
Gracie Jiu Jitsu Santa Cruz runs about 19 classes a week. Call (831) 633-7141 to confirm the current timetable.
Certified Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Training Center with standardized Gracie University curriculum; Specialized Women Empowered self-defense program designed by women, for women; Primary focus on self-defense and real-life situations, explicitly not competition-focused
Rated 4.9/5 across 35 Google reviews.
My 1st class at Gracie Santa Cruz was in late July 2020. I was so pleasantly surprised to find a Jiu-Jitsu school that was available for in person training (due to covid). Thankfully, the team at Gracie Santa Cruz had taken numerous precautions to provide a safe and effective training environment. Class was social distanced, solo, with sanitized grappling dummies at each training station. I had a blast! The day after my 1st class, covid restrictions intensified and the school was no longer permitted to hold in person classes inside. Within a week, the team at Gracie Santa Cruz had installed an entire outdoor training facility (with mats and shade canopies). I was throughly impressed with the speed and effectiveness in which they were able to adapt to the rapidly changing regulations. Shortly after opening the outdoor training facilities, our area was hit by some of the worst wild fires in history. Poor air quality forced the temporary s
They say the hardest first step is stepping onto the mat. I say the hardest step is finding a gym that turns learning self-defense into fun, positive moments. I have been going to this gym for almost a year now. I have to say I am glad I found it and took the leap to try it. I am a lot more confident, assertive and proud in many areas of life now because of Jiu-Jitsu. I am what you would call a, "Lifer." I have met a lot of amazing people because of this green mat. No matter what brings you to the mat, Jiu-jitsu keeps you there. Keep it playful! Thanks again, Gracie Santa Cruz! Regards, Mark #JiuJitsuForLife
This is the place to go if you want to start your Jiu Jitsu journey. They base their philosophy from grandsons of the creator of Jiu Jitsu Helio Gracie. No knarly sparring for beginner people. They base there teaching on learning how to do the art before your body gets exposed to the sparring aspect. Great place for beginners and mature Jiu Jitsu guys who want to get back to the basics, which is the foundation of all good Jiu Jitsu athletes. Great staff. Very professional.
As a parent and a helper in kid’s Bullyproof program, as an aspiring assistant instructor in Women Empowered program, and as a striving student of the Combatives Adult program, I can truly say that this is a community you want to be a part of. I drive almost 2 hours round trip, 2-3 a week just to train here. Coming from zero athletic background, I have found a greatest joy to practice this gentle, yet practical art of Gracie Jiu-jitsu in a very non-competitive environment. Everyone is dedicated, and interested in learning and assisting each other. I am very grateful for all instructors and training partners who help me be the best I can be.
Not your average jiujitsu academy (and that’s a very good thing) I’ve trained at multiple Jiujitsu schools throughout the Bay Area. While all of them have cool people trying to learn, grow, and challenge themselves, what sets Gracie Santa Cruz apart is the focus on building a solid foundation with excellent technique. Anyone can learn to go 100% and try and smash their opponent. But when you gas out, where does that leave you? In addition, the likelihood of injury skyrockets when poor technique is combined with explosive movements. I love the philosophy and the approach of Steve, Drew, and the team, and really enjoy training with the practitioners I’ve met at this gym.
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Santa Cruz is awesome! Steve and crew really made me feel welcomed, I went the first day having no experience whatsoever in martial arts and by the end of class I already felt like family. The difference now being able to go anywhere and no-matter the situation I know I could defend myself, my family or anyone in trouble and that has been an powerful experience. I think everyone should go through their combatives program and at least have the fundamentals of self-defense. Also, they have done a great job responding to COVID19 and the Zoom classes are excellent!
Gracie Jiu Jitsu Santa Cruz is at 1345 Capitola Rd. Call (831) 633-7141 to confirm class times or book a trial.
Membership runs about $210/month for unlimited training. They offer a free trial class before you commit.
Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Kids BJJ, Little Kids (3-6), Teens BJJ, Women's BJJ, Competition Team, Self-Defense.
Beginners are welcome. Use the trial class to watch a fundamentals or all-levels session and meet the coach before signing up. No experience or gear needed for your first class at most Salinas gyms.
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