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Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a martial art that focuses on ground fighting and submission holds. It is known for its effectiveness in self-defense and its ability to enable a smaller person to defend themselves against a larger opponent. At our academy, we offer expert instruction in the art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, taught by skilled and experienced practitioners. Our classes are suitable for people of all ages and skill levels, and we have a welcoming and inclusive community of students. Whether you are a beginner looking to learn the basics or an experienced practitioner seeking to refine your techniques, our academy has something to offer you. Join us and discover the physical and mental benefits of training in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in GB Aliso Viejo.
Our academy is a family-friendly environment, where people of all ages can come and train in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu together. We believe that training as a family can be a rewarding and bonding experience, and we encourage families to participate in classes together. Our instructors are skilled in teaching Brazilian Jiu Jitsu to students of all ages and skill levels, and are committed to providing a safe and positive learning environment for everyone. Whether you are a parent looking to train with your child or a group of siblings seeking to train together, our academy is the perfect place for your family to learn and grow together. Come train with us and discover the benefits of training in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu as a family.
You can be a Gracie Barra Aliso Viejo student! Enroll today and be part of the largest Jiu-Jitsu school in the world!
At the heart of the Gracie Barra Family’s extraordinary success over the years is our strong philosophy and mission as a group—a foundation which our masters laid many years ago but is constantly being reinforced by the great people that make up our community. Jiu-Jitsu is a beautiful art, and we have a vision of how it should be taught as a means for individual development, going beyond the competitive realm. To achieve this vision, we must remember to come together as a family, always putting the team before the individual. For that, we will fight to the end for what we believe is right.
Carlos Gracie Jr. was born on January 17, 1956, and grew up under the strong influence of his family of fighters. In sync with the life philosophy and teachings of his father, Carlos Gracie Sr., Carlinhos – as he is called by friends and relatives – observed and learned from some of the most influential figures in the Gracie family of all time: Carlos Gracie, Helio Gracie, and his brother Rolls Gracie. The most significant years of his childhood and adolescence were spent in the mountains of Rio de Janeiro, in the legendary house of Teresópolis – a ranch with dozens of rooms where the children of Carlos Gracie and Helio Gracie lived and trained together for years. It was there that Carlos Gracie Jr. learned to live in a community where everyone needed to coexist, share things, and learn from each other, a life dynamic that became an ideal for him. In many ways, Master Carlos Gracie Jr. seems to replicate this idea of community on a large scale today at Gracie Barra.
Born in Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Professor Diogo is one of the original members of the first Gracie Barra academy, the birthplace of Gracie Barra Jiu-Jitsu. As a direct student of Master Carlos Gracie Jr., he trained in the heart of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu’s legacy, embracing Gracie Barra’s core principles.
In 2014, Diogo moved to California, where he continued his journey under Professor Phillipe Della Monica, who awarded him the rank of Black Belt.
With over two decades of experience, Diogo has become a multiple-time IBJJF champion and an impactful instructor, teaching students of all ages—from young kids to adults. He works with a wide range of individuals, from professional athletes to law enforcement officers.
As a role model and mentor, Professor Diogo embodies the essence of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, carrying forward the Gracie Barra legacy with integrity and excellence. His dedication to his students and the art serves as an inspiration to all who train with him.
4th Degree Black Professor Philipe Della Monica, Head Instructor of Gracie Barra Headquarters, was born in Belo Horizonte, Brazil. Achieving the rank of Gracie Barra black belt in 2005, he has established himself as a world-class competitor and multiple-time Jiu-Jitsu champion.
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You can be a Gracie Barra Aliso Viejo student! Enroll today and be part of the largest Jiu-Jitsu school in the world!
