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Claim this gymGracie Barra South Portland, ME is guided by Professor Mário Lemos, a Brazilian black belt with over 18 years of experience. Professor Mário trained extensively in Brazil before moving to the United States, where he taught at Gracie Barra Boston prior to founding this academy in South Portland. The school aligns itself with the global Gracie Barra lineage established by Carlos Gracie Jr., emphasizing the traditional values of discipline, respect, and technical precision that have defined this system for decades. The academy’s curriculum is structured around a clear progression from fundamentals to advanced techniques, catering to both children and adults. Kids and teens train in age- and skill-specific groups, focusing on building routine, cooperation, and self-awareness alongside technical skills. Adult classes are divided into three levels, allowing practitioners to develop methodically under the guidance of experienced instructors. While the core of the program centers on gi training, the school also offers open mat sessions for adults, providing space for additional practice and sparring. Gracie Barra South Portland maintains a focus on personal growth through Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, encouraging students to develop confidence and discipline that extend beyond the mats. The academy is located at 798 Main Street, serving the local community with a schedule that supports consistent training and technical development. Professor Mário’s approach combines technical excellence with an emphasis on life skills, reflecting the broader Gracie Barra philosophy of Jiu-Jitsu as a path to both martial and personal advancement.
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Part of Gracie Barra — the affiliation currently ranks #1 on the IBJJF gi academy ranking.
Team affiliation ranking — reflects the competition results of the wider Gracie Barra team across all its academies, not this location alone.
From public IBJJF & ADCC 2025–26 season rankings (data as of Jun 2, 2026). ADCC figures reflect this gym's own competitors; the IBJJF rank is its affiliation's standing, shared across all its academies.
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