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IT'S MORE THAN JUST BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU

Experience the power and discipline of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu at our academy

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a martial art that focuses on ground fighting and submission holds. It is known for its effectiveness in self-defense and its ability to enable a smaller person to defend themselves against a larger opponent. At our academy, we offer expert instruction in the art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, taught by skilled and experienced practitioners. Our classes are suitable for people of all ages and skill levels, and we have a welcoming and inclusive community of students. Whether you are a beginner looking to learn the basics or an experienced practitioner seeking to refine your techniques, our academy has something to offer you. Join us and discover the physical and mental benefits of training in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.

Martial Arts Kids & Teens

Our academy offers Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Muay Thai classes for kids and youth. Our skilled instructors provide a fun and educational environment for students to develop discipline, respect, and self-defense skills. Classes are suitable for all ages and skill levels and families are welcome to train together. Enroll your child today and help them build physical fitness, coordination, and focus through the martial arts.

Martial Arts For Adults

Experience the challenge and reward of our Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Muay Thai classes for adults. Our experienced instructors will guide you through the techniques and principles of these martial arts, teaching you how to use leverage and technique to overcome opponents. Regular training can improve cardiovascular fitness, flexibility, coordination, and mental focus, as well as reduce stress. Our classes are suitable for people of all skill levels and we have a supportive and inclusive community. Join us and discover the many benefits of training in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Muay Thai.

Private Training

In addition to our group Brazilian Jiu Jitsu classes, we also offer private lessons for individuals or small groups. Private lessons are a great way to receive personalized instruction and focus on specific areas of your training. Our instructors are skilled in tailoring the lesson to meet your specific goals and needs. Whether you are a beginner looking to get a solid foundation in the art or an experienced practitioner seeking to fine-tune your techniques, private lessons are a great way to accelerate your progress. Private lessons are also a convenient option for those with busy schedules, as they can be scheduled at a time that works best for you. If you are interested in private Brazilian Jiu Jitsu lessons, please don't hesitate to contact us to learn more.

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FAMILY FRIENDLY PROGRAMS

Our academy is a family-friendly environment, where people of all ages can come and train in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu together. We believe that training as a family can be a rewarding and bonding experience, and we encourage families to participate in classes together. Our instructors are skilled in teaching Brazilian Jiu Jitsu to students of all ages and skill levels, and are committed to providing a safe and positive learning environment for everyone. Whether you are a parent looking to train with your child or a group of siblings seeking to train together, our academy is the perfect place for your family to learn and grow together. Come train with us and discover the benefits of training in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu as a family.

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Improves physical fitness and conditioning

Increases self-defense skills
Develops mental discipline and focus
Provides stress relief
Builds social connections and friendships

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"Jiu-Jitsu is for everyone, young and old, fit and not so fit. It is a martial art that can be practiced by people of all sizes and abilities."

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Certified Gracie Barra instructors have been trained in the methods outlined by our founder, Master Carlos Gracie Jr. himself.

GREG FERNANDES

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Greg has been an avid martial artist since 1993 when he began studying Hsing-I Kung Fu in college at Virginia Tech. Moving to MI, he continued training Hsing-I under Professor James Burchfield, later adding Ashtanga Yoga and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to his curriculum in 1996. In 2013 he began studying Muay Thai kickboxing. Greg has trained with numerous BJJ World Champions, including Flavio Almeida, Otavio Souza, Romulo Barral, Gabriel Arges, Caio Terra, Gordon Ryan, Saulo and Xande Ribiero, Lucas Liete, Lucas Lepri, Bernardo Faria, Samuel Braga, and Luis Heredia. Greg has traveled to Thailand to train Muay Thai at various gyms, including the world-famous Meenayothin gym, and has trained with the top 2 Ashtanga yoga practitioners in the country: David Swenson and Tim Miller. Prior to his martial arts experience, Greg was a competitive HS wrestler under his Coach Alray Johnson, who was himself an Olympic qualifier.

Greg continues to foster his competitive interest by regularly competing in local, national, and international BJJ competitions. In 2021 Greg won both the gi and no gi IBJJF World Master’s light featherweight titles as a brown belt, outscoring his opponents by a combined 39-0, making him the only MI practitioner to win both major IBJJF World titles that year. Greg also has 2 second-place finishes (2017 & 2019) and 1 third-place finish (2018) at the World Master’s competition in prior years, accumulating a 9-3 record in that time

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Greatest gym I’ve ever been to. Coach Greg is extremely helpful and knowledgeable within the sport. Learned a hell of a lot in my time there. I am fully confident I could take any human down after training at gracie barra novi.

Devin Nice

This is a great gym. My son and I are taking Muay Thai and love it. The instructors are awesome. They provide a high intensity work out, while letting you do what is appropriate for your level of fitness. I am glad I found this gym.

Jonathan Robinson

Nice, family friendly gym. Coaches are great with kids. Coach Gregg is really focused not only on BJJ training with the kids but also creating community within the gym for the families. Lots of fun events around holidays at the gym.

Nicole Forgach

GB Novi is a top-flight school. The coaches and Professor are skilled (with wins to back them up) and enthusiastic. Many students come from different martial arts backgrounds, and everyone adds a little of themselves to what we all do on the mat. No matter your partner, you're sure to learn.

Jordan Andrew

My short time at Grace Barra in Novi was amazing!! Coach Greg was an unbelievably awesome person who teaches jiu jitsu!! I do hope to return here in the near future to learn more. I highly recommend this place for anyone who wants to learn jiu jitsu and get an unbelievable workout!!