Gracie Barra is one of the most trusted names in martial arts today. Try your first class free!
Our values, commitment to excellence and dedication to Jiu-Jitsu have set us apart as a leader in the Westlake Texas martial arts community. At Gracie Barra Westlake, we’re passionate about helping students of all ages build confidence, discipline, and strength through Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Led by a 5th degree black belt, Professor "Dande" Santos, our classes create a fun, safe, and supportive environment for everyone — from beginners to seasoned athletes.
05/10/2026
Today we celebrate the love, strength, and sacrifice of all the amazing moms in our Gracie Barra family. ❤️
Thank you for the endless support, encouragement, and love you give every single day. Happy Mother’s Day! 🌷🥋
03/05/2026
Focused. Present. Always learning.
Progress in Jiu-Jitsu comes from attention to detail, patience, and consistency. Every class is an opportunity to sharpen the mind and refine the technique.
Stay committed to the journey. The results follow the work.
We keep on showing up and the magic keeps on happening!
We are extremely grateful for the trust the Westlake community has shown us over the years.
More and more we see our students developing their love for development through the practice of Jiu-Jitsu.
Come try a Class!
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02/27/2026
“Always make those around you happy and keep a smile to all people who talk to you.” – Grand Master Carlos Gracie Sr.
02/24/2026
strength of the team is each individual member. The strength of each member is the team.“ - Phil Jackson
02/22/2026
🔴🚍🔥 The Barra Bus-Jitsu is READY TO ROLL! 🔥🚍🔴
If you’re driving down Bee Cave Road, don’t be surprised if you see this awesome bus cruising by! 👀
Our Barra Bus-Jitsu — wrapped in bold Gracie Barra graphics and featuring some pretty cool little Jiu-Jitsu champs on the sides 🥋💪 — is now serving families in the Westlake area, including Cuernavaca, Bee Cave, Rollingwood!
We’re offering after-school pick up for students at:
📍 Barton Creek Elementary School
📍 Eanes Elementary School
📍St. Stephen’s Episcopal School
📍St. Michael’s Catholic Academy
📍Headwaters School
📍Paragon Prep
📍Trinity Episcopal School
School ends ➡️ hop on the bus ➡️ arrive ready to:
🥋 Build confidence
💪 Develop discipline
🤝 Make great friends
🔥 Burn energy in a positive way
Safe. Structured. Super fun.
Westlake parents — if you’re looking for a productive, character-building after-school program, we’d loAbraid Graphics family join Jeremy Reynoldso reserve your child’s seat on the coolest bus on Bee Cave Road! 🔴🚍❤️
Big shout out to and the man for always coming through and making our ideas come together even better once it’s done.
GracieBarra AfterSchoolProgram KidsJiuJitsu
02/19/2026
No one evolves alone.
A team strengthens you and takes you further.🔺
02/17/2026
COMING SOON 👀
Our After School Pick-Up Van is on the way.
Safe transportation. Structured training. A positive environment where kids build confidence, discipline, and respect every single day.
Spots will be limited. Stay tuned for details.
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