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A worldwide Association of BJJ Schools

The Gracie Barra Association is a global organization formed by more than 200 BJJ schools that hold the mission of training body, mind and spirit through the highest level of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instruction as a means for individual development and the strengthening of the family spirit, going beyond the competitive realm. At Gracie Barra, the principle of efficiency, the core of BJJ, is not restricted to a general principle behind the practice of self defense techniques, but serves as a moral beacon that guides the behavior of each and every Gracie Barra Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner - instructors, and their students.

Since the main Gracie Barra School was founded back in 1983, Gracie Barra has been in constant growth. Under the leadership of Master Carlos Gracie Jr., GB has evolved from one small school at the suburb of Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro, to more then two hundred schools all around the globe, forming a community of thousands of individuals in the five continents.

This growth and change, however, have not undermined our core values that lay at the foundation of our success: Brotherhood: Above all, Gracie Barra is a family. Its members are proud of being a key part of a successful team that has being able to create something much bigger than themselves.

Cooperation: Inside a Gracie Barra BJJ School Dojo, there are no opponents. There are only training partners - "Uke") - engaged in a cooperative learning experience aimed to make each other better not only as BJJ practitioners but as human beings.

Discipline: To excel on any endeavor, discipline is essential. It couldn't be different with Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. At Gracie Barra BJJ Schools the discipline of training and the willingness to sacrifice for higher achievements is reinforced in and outside the Dojo. Respect: Inside Gracie Barra all people must act with warmth and equality toward one another, regardless of differences in race, creed, nationality, etc. Respect for the hierarchy of the ranks is also very strong and the authority of a Black Belt is truly recognized.

If you identify with the values that we live by and have plans to start a BJJ School or Program, or are already part of the BJJ community, you can apply to become a Gracie Barra school.