Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Santa Cruz

The only Gracie Certified Training Center in Santa Cruz County. Learn the world famous Gracie Jiu-Jitsu method of self-defense.

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OUR CLASSES:

GRACIE COMBATIVES is our beginner program for adults. In this program, you will learn the 36 core techniques of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu in a fun, safe, and cooperative environment. Each one-hour lesson addresses one standing and one ground self-defense technique. You can start the program at any time and participate in any

class without previous experience and, since safety is our number one concern, there is no competitive sparring in this program. Upon successful completion of the Gracie Combatives program we will promote you to Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Blue Belt and you will qualify for advancement to the Master Cycle program. Combatives Schedule:
M 6:30-7:70pm
T 8:45-9:45am
5:30-6:30pm
Th 5:30-6:30pm
Sa 10:30-11:30am

FREE WOMEN'S SELF DEFENSE. Unlike most self-defense systems that rely heavily on strength, speed, and coordination, the techniques in the Women's self defense class employ leverage, technique, and timing, so anyone, regardless of age or athletic ability, can make them work against larger opponents. Free women's self defense schedule:
W 6:30-7:30pm

GRACIE BULLYPROOF CHILDREN'S PROGRAM (ages 4-14)
Every month in the United States, three million children miss school due to fear of bullies. In the Gracie Bullyproof program, our goal is to instill in your child unshakable confidence so they can overcome bullies without violence. Due to the non-violent nature of the techniques, CNN, ABC, NBC, and Oprah have featured the Gracie Bullyproof program as one of the few effective counter-measures to bullying for children between the ages of 5 and 13. We will teach your child to use verbal assertiveness to deter bullies and several non-violent self-defense techniques to stay safe if physically assaulted. Importantly, we don’t teach how to punch or kick, since this often does more harm than good. Instead, we use leverage-based control holds to neutralize threats without violence. Numerous school districts have embraced the defensive nature of the Gracie Bullyproof techniques as a reasonable, nonviolent response to bullying and some even host Gracie Bullyproof classes on campus! The bottom line is: we will prepare your child to defend themselves against bullies without turning them into one. Gracie bullyproof schedule:
M 4:30-5:30pm
T 3:30-4:30pm
W 4:30-5:30pm
Th 3:30-4:30pm
Sa 11:30-12:30am

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07/25/2026

Our instructors have re-certified for the Women Empowered - Instructor Certification Program! We are excited to be back and share the immensely valuable knowledge and wisdom learned with our beloved students!! 🎉

A massive thank you to Eve, Rener, and Victoria for this program that continues to change people’s lives, and huge respect to all of the instructors around the world that are on the same mission. 🥋💖

06/27/2026

In the Little Champs classes we focus on character development and we love to play games that make jiu jitsu fun! "Tackle the Giant" is one of our favorites.

05/27/2026

Friday morning classes are usually smaller and I get a chance to give my students more attention. It's my favorite part of Friday!

If you haven’t tried Friday classes yet, come join us!

We have Combatives every Friday at 9:30am followed by reflex development at 10:30am!

02/16/2026

A friendly reminder that there will be no class on Monday, February 16 in observance of Presidents’ Day.

Regular schedule resumes on Tuesday, February 17.

See you on the mat!!🥋

01/19/2026

In observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, there will be no class on Monday, January 19.

See you back on Tuesday, January 20!!🥋

01/16/2026

Calling all Women Empowered students! Join us for a Mediterranean themed potluck after class Wednesday January 21st at 7pm.

01/02/2026

Happy New Year!! 🎊 Join our Open Mat tomorrow (Saturday, January 3rd) from 10am -12pm, open to all Combatives, Master Cycle and Women Empowered students.

Regular classes starts on Monday, January 5th.

See you on the mat!😎

12/31/2025

New Year Open Mat!! 😎🥋
Start your new year with Jiu-Jitsu!!

Join us for an Adult Open Mat on Thursday, January 1st, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm.

Hope to see you all on the mat!

12/25/2025

Dear Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Family,

As we wrap up 2025, we find ourselves filled with immense gratitude for our incredible Jiu-Jitsu community. You've made this year truly special with your dedication, camaraderie, and passion on the mats.

Please note that the academy will be closed starting tomorrow, December 24th, through Sunday, January 4th, and we will reopen on Monday, January 5th.

During this winter break, we hope you'll keep the spirit of Jiu-Jitsu alive in your minds and hearts—whether through light drilling at home, reflecting on your progress, or simply resting and recharging with loved ones.

We can't wait to roll into 2026 together and continue sharing the profound art of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu with all of you.

Wishing you a joyful holiday season filled with peace, happiness, and good company.

With deepest gratitude,
The Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Team

12/14/2025

Women Empowered students!

Join us December 17th, after class, for a holiday cookie party.

Bring your favorite baked goods to share and celebrate.

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Santa Cruz

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Telephone

+18313329876

Website

http://graciesantacruz.com/

Address

1345 Capitola Road
Santa Cruz, CA
95062

Opening Hours

Monday	3:30pm - 7:30pm
Tuesday	3:30pm - 7:30pm
Wednesday	3:30pm - 7:30pm
Thursday	3:30pm - 7:30pm
Saturday	9am - 12:30pm