Gracie Barra Encinitas Jiu-Jitsu

"Can’t say enough about this crew. My daughter and I love training there. Top level community feel. Professors, coaches, staff are all super welcoming, supportive, and extremely experienced and knowledgeable."

"Awesome facility with a huge mat area. The school is also very clean. Professors Rafael Ramos and Nelson Monteiro are world class Jiu-Jitsu instructors. I always look forward coming in to class."

"11 - 02 - 2020 What a great school!! Everyone is very friendly and welcoming from the black belts to the white belts. Take it from a newbie, you want to be here. I been here a month and It's obvious this school has a great hospitality base and an emphasis on proper jiu jitsu technique. Their policies are not overbearing and they don't make you sign any contracts. The school has recently been redesigned and looks amazing inside. There is lots of room for rolling! Well done GBE! Definitely have my recommendation! 12 - 01 - 2021 update- I have received my blue belt! What an accomplishment! So stoked! Here is what I have learned: get comfortable in the uncomfortable, be flexible, it's hard to have an ego when your getting choked, respect, confidence and most importantly that the instructors, coaches and training partners treat each other like family. Pretty sure I found my home! If you are interested come by!!!!!! Try a free lesson! Update 11/4/2023- I have been promoted to Purple belt. Some things I have learned; No matter what, a good class/roll can really change a person's life. I have faced difficult situations this year, every challenge I received I met with the same calm and mythodical mindset as if were training. I'm not just training to get my black belt, but to be a better man. A gentleman that studies a gentle art. Much thanks to Master Nelson, Professor Rafa, the Professors, coaches and my training partners for their guidance, I am stoked to have these people as guides."

"This is an excellent gym. I came to this gym as a visiting student from another Gracie Barra. The instructors were very helpful and enthusiastic. Not only did they ensure we were doing our movements properly during the class, but they stayed after class to help prepare me for a tournament."

"Gracie Barra Encinitas has been a transformative journey for me. This jiujitsu gym has not only elevated my grappling skills but has also positively impacted my personal growth beyond the mats. The world-class instructors have been instrumental in guiding me through this journey, imparting their expertise and wisdom. The facility's complete remodeling during Covid showcases their dedication to providing a top-notch environment. Gracie Barra Encinitas has truly changed my life, fostering improvement on and off the mats."