Gracie Jiu Jitsu Northwest San Antonio

Gracie Jiu Jitsu Northwest San Antonio operates as a Certified Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Training Center, following the curriculum established by Gracie University. The academy is independently owned and teaches the system founded by Grandmaster Hélio Gracie, emphasizing technique and leverage to empower individuals to defend themselves regardless of size or strength. Their instructors, including pink belt Ceci Avila, purple belt Justin Voros, and blue belt Ethan Zepeda, guide students through a structured progression based on the Gracie Combatives beginner program and the advanced Master Cycle curriculum. Students at this academy train primarily in the gi, with classes designed for a range of age groups and skill levels. Children begin with programs like Mat Munchkins for ages 3 to 5, Little Champs for 5 to 7-year-olds, and the Junior Grapplers class for ages 7 to 12, all centered on the Gracie Bullyproof curriculum that teaches self-defense and character development without striking. Adult classes include beginner Gracie Combatives, advanced Master Cycle techniques, and Women Empowered, a women’s self-defense program taught by female instructors focusing on realistic scenarios. The school maintains an open mat and open gym schedule for adults, providing opportunities for additional drilling and sparring beyond formal classes. The facility is wheelchair accessible and welcomes drop-in students. By adhering closely to the standardized Gracie University curriculum and offering specialized programs for children, women, and advanced practitioners, the academy continues the legacy of the Gracie family’s approach to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in northwest San Antonio.

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