Houston'S
Premier Gracie Jiu-Jitsu School FOR ADULTS AND KIDS
Welcome to Gracie Jiu Jitsu Houston, a certified Gracie Jiu Jitsu Training Center — led by Jackson Fortunato. We offer structured Brazilian Jiu‑Jitsu programs for kids and adults that build confidence, improve fitness, and teach proven self‑defense techniques. Whether you’re seeking a positive kids martial arts experience or an adult jiu-jitsu program to challenge yourself, you’ll find world‑class instruction in a safe and welcoming environment
Address: 14520 Memorial Dr SUITE #92, Houston, TX 77079.
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Welcome to Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Houston
As a Certified Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Training Center, we're dedicated to providing the highest quality jiu-jitsu education possible. We are certified to teach the Gracie University® curriculum, which is standardized across all certified training centers worldwide.
NO EXPERIENCE IS NECESSARY for Kids and Teens Jiu-Jitsu (5-16), Beginner Adults Jiu-Jitsu class, and Women's self-defense class.
To attend the Advanced Adults Jiu-Jitsu Class, you must hold a rank above white belt.
Not finding a class time that fits your schedule? Call our friendly front desk at 832-317-0217 or Click here to contact us to discuss scheduling a free introductory lesson with one of our certified instructors.
Why Choose US?
At our Certified Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Training Center, we believe Gracie Jiu-Jitsu is for EVERYONE, regardless of age,
gender, athleticism, or ability. We are proud to say that we are continuing the legacy
of Grandmaster Hélio Gracie, who believed jiu-jitsu should empower anyone to be able
to defend themselves against a stronger opponent. This is why we offer structured martial arts curriculums for any demographic or skill level, with programs
created for beginner adults, women, and children.
We take pride in creating a safe, comfortable, and welcoming learning environment for
all students and family members in West Houston. We are passionate about what we do
because we believe confident humans make kinder humans.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Most frequent questions and answers about our programs.
Will my child become a bully?
Through our work, we have seen that confident kids make kinder kids. We teach children
how to not only stand up to bullies for themselves, but how to stand up for others. Our
Rules of Engagement teach children to avoid the fight if at all possible by first using
their words, and then telling an adult.
When they do need to resort to physical self-defense, we do not teach children punches
or kicks in the Gracie Bullyproof program, but rather, empowered by Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu,
to neutralize, defend, control, and negotiate if possible.
Are parents allowed to watch?
We encourage parents to watch their children in their kids martial arts lessons. We love parents getting involved! Even better… you can join in our martial arts classes for adults, and have yet another thing in common with your little one. We love seeing the bond of families who train together!
Do I need to be fit or athletic for this?
There are zero fitness requirements to be able to start our beginner Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes! One of the benefits of BJJ is that it relies on technique and timing rather than strength, speed, or athleticism.
Our students start at all different fitness levels, however, you will find that you do enhance your fitness by doing our BJJ classes. Isn’t that the point though? A fun workout that gets results!
Karate classes vs. BJJ classes. Which is best?
Many parents ask, what’s the difference between Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Karate classes? While we believe all martial-arts have value, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu has not only been proven to be the most effective martial art for a smaller person to defend themselves in a real fight for nearly a century, it also can be the most gentle.
We don’t want our kids or students turning into bullies themselves, and we also believe self-defense should be scalable, depending on the situation. Whereas kids Karate lessons or Taekwondo classes rely solely on landing punches and kicks, jiu-jitsu for kids focuses on neutralizing a threat with verbal boundaries, distance management, body control, and eventual negotiation.
How do I claim your limited time offer?
We only have a certain amount of space in our martial arts training area. To take advantage of our limited time offer, the fastest way is to fill in the form at the top of this page!
Additionally, you can always give us a call. We would love to chat with you about what we do, and to help you determine if our martial arts classes at
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu West Houston would be a great fit for you and your family!
What do I need to bring to my first martial arts lesson?
Upon arriving for your first jiu-jitsu class, we will provide a uniform, called a gi, for you to wear. We recommend wearing comfortable undergarments or leggings, and a t-shirt or rashguard that you can wear under your gi. We will also have training attire available for purchase after your class.