Gracie Barra Pelham Alabama offers top-notch Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and self-defense training in a welcoming, family-like atmosphere. Located at 200 Bowling Ln, Pelham, this martial arts school boasts experienced professors like Kaliffa and Lorena. The facility is clean, well-organized, and ensures safety is a priority. It offers a variety of classes suitable for all ages and skill levels, from kids to adults.
An extensive schedule caters to busy lifestyles, with classes available six days a week. Customer reviews highlight the supportive community, expert instruction, and the physical and mental benefits experienced. While slightly pricey, it is deemed well worth the investment.
Pros:
- World-class instruction.
- Prime facilities.
- Family-friendly atmosphere.
- Highly knowledgeable professors.
- Variety of classes for all ages.
- Clean and safe environment.
- Flexible class schedule.
- Strong community support.
- Positive, respectful instructors.
- Significant physical and mental benefits.
Cons:
- Relatively expensive.
- Some communication barriers with non-native English speakers.
- Negative feedback on advanced class dynamics.
Location / Contact
- Address: 200 Bowling Ln, Pelham, AL 35124, United States
- Phone:+1 205-637-5551
- Email:[email protected]
- Website:graciebarraalabama.com
Rating Stats
Reviews (34)
Frequently Asked Questions
Except the peak hours, this place remains quite free or moderately crowded.
This business has a rating of 4.9-star.
This business has 34 reviews.
The address is: 200 Bowling Ln, Pelham, AL 35124, United States .
The contact number is +1 205-637-5551
This service is listed under Martial Arts School .
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Shaun Jourdan
1 year ago
It's great to have you on the mats with us Shaun! Thanks for the review!
Justin Lee
1 year ago
This can be a good place to start your jiu jitsu journey. Professor Kaliffa (owner) and Coach John (who teaches the beginners class) are great - caring, positive, and teachers at heart. Unfortunately, the same cannot be said for the advanced class, which are poorly taught, have too much emphasis on bravado "tough rolls" with no awareness for injury prevention, and are simply put not much fun with a toxic atmosphere. Professor Pedro openly mocks and berates his students, has a degrading philosophy of negative reinforcement for teaching, and while he understands jiu jitsu is not an effective communicator or coach. Facilities are clean and they do a great job marketing. Great to learn the basics or judo, but would branch out to another gym (heroes mma, ironclad) once you get past the first few months. Jiu jitsu is a wonderful, life-changing game and hope you start training soon 💪
Joseph Spitzer
1 year ago
I have been rolling Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu here for about 6 months and all of the people are amazing. Everyone I have met is extremely knowledgeable and polite and have a tremendous amount to teach and to offer. The black belts are so patient and excellent at teaching. It is a bit on the pricey side to get into it, but it is very worth it. There are other classes (Judo, Muay-Thai,) that I haven't had the opportunity to take yet but I am looking forward to one day. Would highly recommend!
Louis Moore
1 year ago
Food and service was great !
Shelli Smith
1 year ago
It’s a fantastic gym with the best coaches and professors! Highly recommend for all ages!!
Sidney Frierson
1 year ago
Wow,The team here is Amazing, they go above and beyond what is asked. I have seen incredible grow within my son in only months of taken Jitsu.Kaliffa and his team has become our second family.This might be a gym but the team makes it feels like HOME
Allen Brantley
1 year ago
I struggle to find words to quantify the immense benefit this gym has brought to my life. Over 3 years ago now, I thought I was signing up for a gym; little did I know I was joining a family. Since then, I’ve learned extremely practical martial arts, made several great friends, gained physical and mental toughness, and gotten in the best shape of my life. I could not recommend this gym enough. Don’t believe me? I dare you to come see for yourself; you won’t be disappointed!
Colby Dobbins
2 years ago
Thanks Cole! Love having you here!
Mark Richardson
2 years ago
Thanks Mark!
albert• sanz
2 years ago
Thanks for the 5 stars!