Outstanding Experience at Gracie Barra! My 6-year-old has been taking Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at Gracie…read moreBarra, and we couldn't be happier. The staff is amazing, and the instructors are incredibly skilled--not just at teaching techniques on the mat, but also at building confidence, discipline, and respect that carries over into everyday life. They truly pay attention to each student's individual capabilities, which makes a huge difference. I've recommended this class to everyone I know who's even thinking about trying jiu-jitsu. Highly, highly recommend!

This is an amazing Brazilian Jiu-jitsu Academy. The school…read moreis gorgeous, always clean, great energy and the staff is super welcoming and friendly. Professor Henrique is a very thorough instructor and the classes are lots of fun! I am very thankful for Gracie Barra Charleston as there are no other schools in the area nearly as high level as this. I highly recommend!

As someone who has had the privilege to live in a few major cities and travel to smaller ones for…read morework, I have trained at many Brazilian Jiu Jitsu gyms across the United States. Generally speaking, each gym will vary in instruction quality, class availability, mat space, and student dynamics. After a year of training at Folly Jiu Jitsu, I can safely say that this gym excels in all four areas. The instructors here come from various backgrounds and have complementing skill sets. It's your first day and you have never set a foot on the mat before? Perfect. You want to get better at judo? Say no no more. Wrestling? Easy. Leg locks? Maybe even easier. Every instructor here has a knack for communicating and is well-equipped to teach you at whatever stage you are in your BJJ journey with a genuine smile on their face. Class availability is one of FJJ's strong suits: you can attend classes as early as 6am or late as 6pm, whatever works best for your schedule. The great part about this set up is you can easily join another class in the event you miss your typical session or if you are just looking to switch things up. Having a diverse set of talented instructors available throughout the day helps to keep your grappling mind and skills fresh. The gym used to be a former firehouse, which allows for an incredibly large mat space (one of the biggest I've personally trained on), and is kept meticulously clean by the staff. The overhead honeycomb lighting is a nice artistic touch and the gym is equipped with locker rooms and showers. As someone who has trained in a few crowded small gyms, having all of this space to move around in is incredible. As an extension of the instructors, the students here are very welcoming and all are at different stages of their jiu jitsu journey. There is a healthy mix of beginners, intermediate, and advanced practitioners in any of the classes one might attend; more importantly, everyone is looking to learn and help each other learn day in and day out. All in all, this gym has a lot to offer to anyone at any chapter of their jiu jitsu journey. From the casual beginner to the seasoned competitor, there is always something for someone to learn here. Whether you are looking to start Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for the first time or just visiting Charleston, swing by Folly Jiu Jitsu and you will be welcomed with open arms.

Professor Joshua is incredibly knowledgeable in both Jiujitsu and Mauy Thai. With over 25yrs of…read moreexperience he is able to work with all levels, ages and sizes to obtain personalized goals! He has a straightforward and easy to understand teaching style, that makes the classes fun and informative. If you are looking for a True Martial Arts Academy, True North is it!!

Josh is an excellent instructor who received his Black Belt directly under Royce Gracie. The fool…read morewho rendered his business and Josh the "racist" and "bigot" remarks is a liar and is totally errant in his statement. There is not one ounce of bigotry in Josh's heart. Even on a local level, mob thought and oppression is running amok. We must stand up to the evil mob and preserve the Good.

Great place with a wonderful community. Our daughter has been going there since she was three years…read moreold and loves it. Highly recommended.

My 4 year old son attends here 2x a week and the instructors are great with him. He is never bored…read moreand their routine is something he got used to easily. He's done well since enrolling him and I'm glad we came here. There's a wide variety of classes for children and adults. We love it here :)

My husband and I both go to Houzin-- he trains BJJ and we both utilize their amazing wellness…read moreprogram, which includes access to their state of the art sauna and Morozko ice bath. This healing space has been transformative for me in learning to regulate my emotions and surrender to discomfort. I am so grateful to have this sanctuary to go to. Wannessa and Rafaelo own and run Houzin. They both are knowledgeable, personable, and inspiring individuals with great taste (just come look at the gym, it feels more like a spa), who work super hard to uplift others through bjj. What a cool family run business.

I've trained with Rafaello off and on for the past 5-6 years. I've been the most consistent in the…read morenew facility and love being there. It's conveniently close to my work, but I went to classes even when I wasn't working close. He and Wanessa have created a wonderful environment where everyone is welcomed with excellent quality instruction.