Homework without the fight
Focus built on the mat follows them home.
Parents often see better listening, longer attention and fewer reminders.
Martial arts sessions in Nottingham for kids and adults
Build unshakeable confidence
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Nottingham. Sessions for children aged three and over, and adults.
- Rated 5 stars on Google
- Beginners welcome
We honestly couldn't recommend Gracie Barra highly enough.
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Martial arts for kids 3 to 15
Kids today live on screens.
They're less active, less confident, and less prepared for the real world than any generation before them.
If your child struggles with focus, shyness, or standing up for themselves, you're not alone.
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Martial arts for adults 16 and over
Want to do something active?
But most options feel boring, and there's no one to hold you accountable.
Something is missing, and another monthly membership you never use won't fix it.
See the adult classes
Changes you'll notice
Kids
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Friends from day one
Your child trains with students who cheer each other on.
Many close friendships start here, so they feel part of the group.
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Confidence beyond the mat
They learn to look people in the eye, speak up and stand up for themselves.
That confidence stays with them after each session.
Adults
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Keep up with your kids again
Build strength and stamina without staring at a treadmill.
Stairs feel easier, energy lasts longer and clothes fit better.
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Walk home without worry
Each session teaches practical ways to protect yourself or your family.
These are tested techniques that work under pressure.
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Friends who notice you're gone
This is an academy where people know your name.
Training partners become friends and notice when you miss a session.
Great team who are very supportive and welcoming with beginners of all ages. Highly recommended.
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Fill in the form
Use the button above and tell us your name, who's training, and how to contact you.
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Book your session
Pick a time from our schedule. We'll send you a confirmation with everything you need to know.
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Attend your session
Show up in comfortable clothes. We'll provide everything else.
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Have a great time
No pressure. No hard sell. Just a proper session so you can see if it's right for you.
We cannot give you confidence
No academy can.
We give you a safe place to try, make mistakes, learn and try again.
Good. You have to build it
Each session gives you proof that you can do hard things.
That kind of confidence has something real behind it.
What to check before you choose an academy
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At GB Bakersfield
- A clear programme for beginners
- Coaches who know your name and your goals
- Kids' sessions split by age and level
- A set Gracie Barra belt syllabus
Ask any academy
- What will I learn in my first few months?
- Who will teach each session?
- Which age group will my child train with?
- How do you track progress?
Do not take our word for it
Real Google reviews, carried across unedited.
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GB Bakersfield is wonderful!
Jennifer MandersonGoogle review -
Really great atmosphere and Friendly people.
lou grannumGoogle review -
Had a fantastic first session.
Hisham AhmedGoogle review
Common questions
Is this suitable for complete beginners?
Yes. Most students start with no Jiu-Jitsu or martial arts experience.
Your first session covers the basics at a steady pace. A coach will guide you and help you settle in.
What age groups do you cater for?
We run age-based sessions from age 3, plus adult sessions from age 16.
See our kids pages or schedule for the right group and current session times.
What if I just want to try it once before committing?
That is why we offer a free trial session. You can meet the coaches and step onto the mats before you decide.
It is a simple way to see if the academy feels right for you or your child.
Is it safe? I don't want to get hurt.
Like any contact sport, Jiu-Jitsu carries some risk. We manage it with close coaching and a steady start.
You learn the basics first and only move on when you are ready.
There is a free session with your name on it
Walking in the first time is the hard part. Tell us you are coming, and we'll handle the rest.
Book my free trial- A coach to look after you
- All equipment provided
- No experience needed
- Bonus: that “why didn’t I start sooner” feeling