Guard passing is only half the conversation. 👊
This week our adult class worked **both sides of the guard** — learning how to create pressure, find openings and pass, while the person underneath works on frames, movement and guard retention.
That's one of the things that makes Jiu-Jitsu such a great problem-solving game.
You learn the technique.
Your partner learns the answer.
Then you figure out the next problem. 🥋
No experience needed to start.
📍 Gracie Barra Lake Country
🥋 Adult Jiu-Jitsu — Ages 14+
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Gracie Barra Lake Country Jiu-Jitsu Academy
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Gracie Barra Lake Country is an establishment that provides the equipment, classes, and a black belt instructor necessary to guide your child through their health and exercise journey.
08/19/2026
🥊 Only two free boxing classes left this August!
Join us this Wednesday, August 19, for the second-to-last class in our FREE Boxing Starter Camp.
Designed for kids and teens ages 10+, this is a safe and welcoming introduction to boxing fundamentals—no previous experience needed.
📅 Wednesday, August 19
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Gracie Barra Lake Country
✅ Open to GB members and non-members
Don’t wait until the final round—register for free and come give boxing a try! 🥊
08/18/2026
🥋 **Big night for our Adult Jiu-Jitsu crew!**
Apparently, one promotion wasn’t enough… so we decided to hand out **FOUR in one class.** 😄
A huge congratulations to:
🔵 **Trenell** — 3rd stripe on her Blue Belt
🔵 **Even** — 3rd stripe on his Blue Belt
⚪ **Hiroko** — 3rd stripe on her White Belt
⚪ **Brian** — 3rd stripe on his White Belt
Each stripe represents a lot more than another piece of tape on the belt — it’s all the classes, tough rounds, small improvements, frustrating nights, good laughs, and continuing to show up.
Very well deserved by all four of you. 👏
And judging by this class… we may need to restock the stripe tape. 😂
Congratulations, everyone. Keep training, keep learning, and keep moving forward. 🥋
September is getting close—and now is the time to make your family’s after-school routine a little easier. 🎒🥋
Our After-School Pickup and Jiu-Jitsu Program gives children a safe, structured place to move, learn, and build confidence after the school day ends.
✅ Pickup from Lake Country schools
✅ Structured Jiu-Jitsu classes
✅ Positive coaching and mentorship
✅ Movement, focus, confidence, and practical skills
✅ Available for children ages 4+
September spaces are limited. Reserve your child’s spot before the school year begins.
👉 Learn more and register at gblakecountry.com
📍 Gracie Barra Lake Country
Upper Level, Turtle Bay Crossing
Is Jiu-Jitsu a good fit for your daughter? 🥋
It’s more than learning techniques. Jiu-Jitsu gives girls a place to build confidence, solve problems under pressure, become more resilient, and discover just how capable they really are.
They learn how to stay calm, work through challenges, support their teammates, and develop practical self-defence skills—all in a positive and encouraging environment.
Whether she’s naturally outgoing or still finding her confidence, every girl deserves the opportunity to feel strong, capable, and proud of herself.
Ready to let her try it?
Book a free introductory class at gblakecountry.com
📍 Upper Level, Turtle Bay Crossing
📍 Lake Country, BC
08/12/2026
Has your child been curious about boxing but hasn’t had an opportunity to try it? 🥊
Our Free Boxing Starter Camp gives kids and teens a welcoming place to learn the basics without needing any previous experience.
They’ll work with a coach, learn how to move safely, practise punches using focus mitts and build confidence through a new physical challenge.
This is a great fit for kids who:
✅ Want to try boxing for the first time
✅ Enjoy active, hands-on learning
✅ Want to improve coordination and fitness
✅ Could benefit from a positive confidence boost
✅ Already train Jiu-Jitsu and want to develop new skills
📅 August 5, 12, 19 and 26
⏰ Wednesdays at 6:00 PM
👦 Ages 10+
💥 All four classes are free
You do not need to be a Gracie Barra member to participate.
Reserve a free spot here:
👉 [email protected]
Guard passing isn’t always about moving faster or forcing your way through.
It’s about controlling the distance, staying patient, and recognizing the right moment to move.
Here, Professor William works through positional guard-pass sparring—turning technique into timing against real resistance. That’s where the learning really happens. 🥋
Train with purpose. Solve the problem. Keep moving forward.
📍 Gracie Barra Lake Country
🔗 Learn more or book your free trial through the link in our bio.
FREE bouncy castle fun on Tuesday, August.11th 9:30-11:30 at Gracie Barra Jiu-Jitsu Academy. Upper level of Turtle Bay Crossing Plaza.
08/06/2026
🎒 Back to school means getting back into a strong routine!
Jiu-Jitsu helps kids build focus, confidence and discipline—all while staying active, making friends and having fun on the mats.
Start the school year with a **FREE Jiu-Jitsu trial week** at Gracie Barra Lake Country.
🥋 Ages 4+
🥋 No experience needed
🥋 Supportive, structured classes
🥋 A welcoming community for every skill level
Ready to give it a try? Send us a message to book your child’s free week!
📍 Gracie Barra Lake Country
723–11850 Oceola Road, Lake Country
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Opening Hours
| Monday | 3pm - 6:30pm |
| Tuesday | 3pm - 6:30pm |
| Wednesday | 3pm - 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 3pm - 6:30pm |
| Friday | 3pm - 6pm |
| Saturday | 8am - 12:30pm |