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Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Martial Arts Training in North Phoenix for Kids, Teens & Adults

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4.9 out of 5

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Parent Review

My girls love Coach Sean and his team of leaders. The classes are professional, encouraging, and a positive environment. Every class kids are taught character traits and scenarios and how to use self defense to protect themselves and others.

Stacey C.Paren
Parent review

My son has been with this studio for a few months now. He is starting to build confidence in himself and we are seeing him push himself out of his comfort zone more and more with each class. We are truly grateful for both the physical and emotional skills that he’s learning each week. Can’t recommend this group more!

Kasia B.Parent
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This place is FANTASTIC ! The staff is friendly and helpful. My child is learning how to defend himself on top of learning how to advocate for himself without having to utilize what they are taught, unless necessary. I highly recommend them.

Desiree D.Parent
Students training at Gracie Jiu-Jitsu North Phoenix

Why Choose Gracie Jiu-Jitsu North Phoenix?

Whether your focus is fitness, self-improvement, or self-defense, Gracie Jiu-Jitsu North Phoenix is your destination. At Gracie Jiu-Jitsu North Phoenix we believe martial arts is not just fitness but a skill that builds confidence, discipline, and community.

Join our martial arts school and you will quickly gain essential self-defense skills, followed by effective workouts and personal growth. Join our North Phoenix martial arts school now for a transformative journey. Experience the power of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu within our inclusive and welcoming community.

  • High Quality Values Through our Gracie Jiu-Jitsu programs, students develop confidence, self-discipline, respect, and humility in a supportive environment.

  • Personal Development Our certified instructors guide and encourage every student, allowing them to progress at their own pace while mastering real-world self-defense skills.

  • Accessible & Enjoyable we offer programs accessible & enjoyable by people of any ages.

Train with the best

Our programs that Phoenix love

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Mat Munchkins Classes (Ages 3-4)

Gracie Bullyproof® Mat Munchkins introduces preschoolers to martial arts with fun games, simple techniques, and confidence-building activities. Prepares children for Little Champs classes while fostering early coordination, discipline, and positive social skills.

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Little Champs Kids Martial Arts (Ages 5-8)

Little Champs develops essential self-defense, respect, focus, and discipline. This Gracie Bullyproof® program helps children grow in confidence, social skills, and school performance, combining fun activities with foundational Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu techniques.

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Jr. Grapplers Kids Martial Arts (Ages 9-12)

Jr. Grapplers empowers kids 9–12 to handle bullying safely without violence. Using Gracie Bullyproof® BJJ, children gain confidence, discipline, self-control, and critical life skills in a structured, fun, and supportive environment.

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Adult and Teen Martial Arts Co-Ed Classes

Our beginner BJJ program teaches 36 core techniques for adults and teens. Structured, cooperative classes develop self-defense skills, fitness, discipline, and confidence for students of all ages, abilities, and experience levels.

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Women's BJJ Beginner Classes *Coming Soon*

Women Empowered® teaches real-world self-defense in a safe, supportive environment. Students gain confidence, strength, and empowerment while learning Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu techniques designed for women of all abilities.

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Advanced BJJ Classes for Adults

The Master Cycle® guides adults from blue to black belt through hundreds of advanced BJJ techniques. Classes are structured, safe, and effective, focusing on mastery, strategy, and continuous skill development.

Meet our instructors

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Sean Nuzzo

Head Instructor & Owner

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Johnny Britt

Instructor

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David Keller

Instructor

How to get started

Like what you see so far? Here is how you can get more information about our programs, pricing, schedules, as well as how to get started.

  1. Download our free starter kit

    Download and get access to our starter kit, pricing, schedules, and tour details.

  2. Join us on an assessment class

    Come join us for an assessment class. Our instructor will work with you or your kids to figure out which program will help you reach your goal.

  3. Sign up for one of our programs

    If you love what we have to offer, and think we can help you or your child achieve your goals, let us know and we will enroll you into the program that fits you best.

What North Phoenix Families Are Saying...

Five-star reviews from families training at our school.

Apurva srivastava recommends Gracie Jiu Jitsu North Phoenix

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5 out of 5 stars

My 8yo daughter has been attending the Jiu-Jitsu classes here and I can’t speak highly enough about the experience! Sean and Cecil are incredibly skilled, patient, and genuinely invested in helping each student improve, regardless of their experience

Matt R recommends Gracie Jiu Jitsu North Phoenix

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5 out of 5 stars

My son has been training at Gracie Jiu Jitsu North Phoenix for about 6 to 8 weeks and it has been one of the best experiences we have had. The instructors are amazing, patient, skilled and encouraging, and the community feels like family. It is a pla

Kala Jenkins recommends Gracie Jiu Jitsu North Phoenix

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5 out of 5 stars

Just started taking our kiddos there and they are absolutely loving it. Coach Sean and his team are amazing with the children and we are looking forward to continuing classes. As parents, we love watching the new techniques Sean is teaching and watch

Joanne M recommends Gracie Jiu Jitsu North Phoenix

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5 out of 5 stars

If you are considering this type of practice for anyone at any age, this studio has got to be your first choice. I went in for the trial period, always being curious about this craft for self defense and protection, as a female who often travels solo

Jaime Engholdt recommends Gracie Jiu Jitsu North Phoenix

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5 out of 5 stars

Our son is new to the studio and unfortunately sustained an ankle injury (not related to Jiu Jitsu) after his second practice. He required a walking boot and a month off from sports per his doctor. He was incredibly disappointed because he absolutely

Heather Peterson recommends Gracie Jiu Jitsu North Phoenix

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5 out of 5 stars

I have been attending Gracie jiu jitsu for 30 days. The instructors are knowledgeable, thorough and spend the time to teach the moves correctly. I'm 48 years old and this is my first time trying jiu jitsu. I felt welcomed and my nerves faded very qui

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