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5375 Kearny Villa Rd Ste 107B, San Diego, CA, 92123
at Clairemont Mesa Blvd
Kearny Mesa
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0.2 miKearny Mesa Transit Center
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Specialties
Gracie Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is for kids and adults of all levels looking for the overall martial arts self-defense strategy that does not rely on physical strength and power. Our classes are done in a very controlled environment, where safety always comes first. So if you’re looking for self-confidence, improved self-esteem, stress relief, and increases focus then call us today and schedule a class.
History
Established in 2009.
In 1801 a Scottish immigrant by the name of George Gracie moved to the state of Para in northeastern Brazil. There he and his family lived for many years. In the early 1900s a Japanese man named Mitsuyo Maeda moved to the same area. The Japanese government was eager to form a colony in Brazil, and Maeda was there to help the colony prosper. In addition to his political skills, Maeda happened to be a former champion in the Japanese art of Jiu-Jitsu, and he began teaching lessons in Brazil, hoping to pass on the tradition. He became close friends with Gastão Gracie, the grandson of George Gracie. Gastao was a political figure in the State and used his influence to help Maeda and the Japanese colony. Maeda in return for the help offered to teach Gastão’s son Carlos the art of Jiu-Jitsu in return for all the help from Gastao.
In 1925, after moving to Rio de Janeiro, Carlos and his brothers opened the first Academy of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, in the Flamengo area of the city. At the time, Rio de
