Gracie Gulf Coast

Gracie Gulf Coast is guided by a team of experienced instructors led by Professor Jay Johnson, a 2nd degree black belt under lineage tracing back to Royce Gracie through Rob Kahn and Ricardo Almeida. Johnson brings a background as a USAF veteran and a certified IBJJF referee, while Coach Randy Sheets, a black belt under Vicente Junior, contributes a style marked by technical fluidity and years of teaching experience. The academy also features Coach Jimmy Pierce, a brown belt with a focus on Gracie Survival Tactics and combatives tailored for law enforcement and civilians, alongside Coach Mochi Johnson, the 3rd degree black belt who oversees operations and community engagement. The academy offers a structured curriculum that includes fundamental and all-level classes in both gi and no-gi formats for adults. Morning and evening gi sessions emphasize fundamentals, strength, and technique, while no-gi classes run twice weekly, providing an intense training environment. Saturday mornings are dedicated to competition training, preparing students for the demands of tournament grappling. Open mat sessions are available on Fridays and Saturdays, offering opportunities for drilling, sparring, and personalized Q&A in a less formal setting. Youth programs at Gracie Gulf Coast are organized by age and focus on building character through fun, engaging classes. Children aged 3 to 7 and 8 to 14 participate in fundamentals and striking training designed to develop coordination, discipline, and confidence. Classes run on a consistent Monday through Friday schedule, ensuring regular skill development. The academy’s approach integrates traditional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu techniques with practical self-defense and striking, creating a comprehensive martial arts education for all ages.

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