Gracie Barra Jiu Jitsu Thousand Oaks

Gracie Barra Jiu Jitsu Thousand Oaks is led by Professor Gabriel Arges, a black belt under Romulo Barral and one of the most decorated competitors of his generation. With multiple IBJJF World Championships and major international titles to his name, Professor Gabriel brings a wealth of high-level experience to the academy. The school’s lineage traces directly from Mitsuyo Maeda through Carlos Gracie Sr., Helio Gracie, Carlos Gracie Jr., Vinícius Magalhães, and Romulo Barral, anchoring it firmly in the tradition of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu excellence. Professors Joao Cizeski and Lucas Nascimento, both black belts with over a decade of teaching and training experience, round out the leadership team, ensuring every class is taught with technical depth and attention to student progress. The academy offers a structured Gracie Barra curriculum for all ages and skill levels. Adults begin with the GB1 fundamentals program, focusing on the core techniques and principles that form the base of Jiu-Jitsu. As students advance, GB2 introduces more complex movements, live training, and situational drills. Competition classes are available for those preparing for tournaments, emphasizing strategy, conditioning, and high-intensity rounds. No-Gi classes are offered to students who have earned three stripes on their white belt, providing a different perspective on grip and movement. For women, a dedicated program focuses on self-defense, fitness, and confidence in a supportive setting. Youth classes at Gracie Barra Thousand Oaks are divided by age and experience. The Little Champions 1 program welcomes children as young as three, emphasizing coordination and basic Jiu-Jitsu through playful instruction. Little Champions 2 and the Juniors program build on this foundation, introducing technique, discipline, and respect for students up to age fifteen. Advanced youth classes are available for kids with a strong grasp of the fundamentals, offering more challenging techniques and controlled sparring. The academy operates out of a modern facility in Newbury Park, with amenities like ample parking and wheelchair access, and welcomes both new students and drop-ins.

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