Gracie Barra Cibolo Brazilian Jiu-jitsu & Self Defense

“we have had our 8 year old in Jiu Jitsu at Gracie Barra since February of 2025 and have absolutely loved every second of it. we now have our 5 year old signed up and are so excited to watch them both grow in this sport! the gym is 20/10! very professional and respectful towards everyone. I love that the professors push the kids to reach their highest potential! any expectations we had have been blown out of the water! I recommend this gym to anyone who is interested! and it's super affordable for our family!”

“Professor Zaza and Edgar are the best. I started BJJ with my son and we are both still rolling! Professor Zaza is an incredible instructor, great role model for kids, just an incredible human being, makes everyone feel welcomed, and creates a fun and safe environment making you feel at ease. Highly recommend!”

“I signed my son up about a month ago. I couldn’t be happier. It’s stealing the discipline that I want him to experience. The focus and coordination. Coaches are amazing. They work well with the kids. Highly recommend this to parent considering a Jiu-Jitsu school for their child. Or for themselves”

“If you are looking for a great place to Learn or practice martial arts, this is the place. Both Edgar and Zaza are intentional with the training they do. My two kids ages 13 and 16 love going here. One thing that stands out, is that the training Is not a soft sort of training. It’s great because it allows you to learn for a real life environment situation if needed.”

“I started Jiu-jitsu at Gracie Barra Westside because my girlfriend was already training there. I fell in love with the sport immediately and started to compete, travel, and visit other locations. It was only then that I realized how fortunate we were to have a professor like Zaza. He created an environment that could facilitate all levels and empower individuals with different journeys and goals. We had people training two days a week and others training to become world champions. He proved to be a great mentor with the tremendous knowledge of jiu-jitsu, the wisdom to coach, and the spirit of a champion. It has been 2.5 years since I started and because of all the sport has to offer I brought numerous friends and family in to try it. They have loved it. One friend lost 60 pounds. Most recently, my daughter and my son-in-law both got their first stripe, and my granddaughter got her first stripe on her grey belt. Three generations are happy and healthy because jiu-jitsu. Thank you, Gracie Barra, and thank you, Zaza.”