I can unequivocally state that Maracaba BJJ changed my life. I would not be the person I am today…read morewithout it. Perfection of the human spirit...That is what Andre Maracaba focuses on in his teachings. It is more than just the physical aspect, there is so much more. It doesn't matter if you are 4 or 64...Maracaba BJJ will help you become the best version of you!

Excellent coaching & a great atmosphere. Highly competitive team with a close knit community.read more

We have been doing Jiu Jitsu here for years. We love coach…read moreCarlos. The gym is big and clean. I believe jiu jitsu is the best self defense martial art I could have enrolled my kids in. We do a lot of after school activities and sports. This is the one sport we do year round and that I hope my kids continue to do for a long time to come.

My daughter started training here about 6 months ago. She was really shy and afraid that there…read morewouldn't be any girls, boy was she wrong! This gym is for EVERYONE; the classes are 50% female, there are kids and adults from all backgrounds having a great time and learning an awesome skill. The coaches are not only extremely knowledgeable, but they show the kids love, patience, and instill self confidence. I am so appreciative of the changes I have seen in my daughter; she is more confident and learning to calm her ADHD. This place is an amazing opportunity for you or your child to learn and grow while making meaningful relationships with those around you.

I started martial arts as a wrestler at age 9. At 17 I began dabbling in grappling arts, mainly…read moreno-gi. When I moved from PA to AZ, I started MMA but had still never put on a gi. 2 Months ago I was introduced to Daniel and Gilbert GD BJJ, I have been hooked every since!!! Daniel was so patient with breaking my bad habits. My submission and sweep game has gone to a whole new level. He is cornering me in my next MMA fight in October and then for my first BJJ (gi) tournament in November! My goal is advance to Blue Belt by years end and who knows how far from there!! I also own Rage in the Cage and send a lot of my friends and fighters here. You will be doing yourself a huge favor by stopping in to try a class!!! OSS!!!

From the owner: Gilbert GD Jiu Jitsu is a small family oriented Jiu Jitsu academy. Anyone can reach there goals…read morefrom getting fit to becoming a world class competitor.

The staff is top tier. Their patience is amazing. Their kindness shows through. Dedication is…read morevisible. You are joining a family when you sign up at GB East Mesa.

5 Stars We've had such a great experience at Gracie Barra…read more Professors Lucas and João are both outstanding. They are not only incredibly skilled, but they also take the time to truly connect with the students. Their encouragement, patience, and ability to challenge kids in a positive way have made a huge difference for our family. One thing that really stood out is how welcoming and helpful the students are. As a new student, my 11 year old daughter felt supported right away. The other students were kind, encouraging, and eager to help her learn. Since joining, she's made amazing progress...not just in her jiu-jitsu skills, but in her confidence, too. She carries herself differently, speaks up more, and takes real pride in what she's learning. We're incredibly thankful to be part of this community and can't recommend Gracie Barra enough!

I had my first MMA class with Maiston today. It actually worked out great for me that it was a…read moreFriday night. Several people signed up, but no one else showed up. So I got a private session. Maiston was warm and welcoming. He is easy going and offers lots of positive reinforcement and encouragement. We started with jump ropes, pushups, and pushing Bob. We did BJJ and learned several different ankle locks from different positions. This has always been what I wanted to learn but have always been intimidated by. He was very patient. Then we did some Muay Thai. I was spent. I would recommend it to anyone. He is young. Be has lots of experience and is a well rounded fighter with a great ability to teach. They have hours 6 days a week and I think it was only $129/ month for unlimited. That's awesome.

I cant stop going! Its too good of a way to stay in shape, learn a valuable skill, and have a great…read moretime all in one. I started with combatives/krav maga in 2019 and still go at least twice per week. This class offers a unique take on practical self defense and the coach is phenomenal. Have also done MMA, kickboxing, and BJJ classes here, also full of great people and fantastic coaches. Worth the drive from Gilbert for me; and worth checking out!

Everyone is really nice, coaching is amazing and the jujitsu is great! I recommend stopping by.read more

This place has it all! It's the only martial art place I know that gets professionally cleaned and…read moresanitized on a monthly basis. So I don't have to worry about my kids getting sick or dirty like other places I have seen. Plus it's one of the few family friendly environments that has helped all of my kids gain the confidence they need for all their other activities, like school, sports, band and being all around helpful and great citizens. The staff is friendly and helpful. Many of the instructors come from the best students. Master Gilbart has created a consistent and inspiring program that will help the youth grow into great adults!

My child enjoys Ninja Trix every week we attend. The kids are always learning new tricks and…read morecontinuing to master the tricks they are already have been trying to perfect.

I've had an awesome experience at this EōS! The gym is clean, there are lots of classes to choose…read morefrom, and I love working out here. The people have made it a place where I feel comfortable, encouraged, and excited to keep showing up. A special shoutout to my trainer, Greg, for his knowledge, encouragement, and support, and to the fitness manager, Rev, for helping make this such a positive experience. I've made real progress in my fitness journey, and I'm so thankful to have this team in my corner. Love it here!

The pool on Sunday, 09/06 was questionable. I didn't dare put my head under. The showers need…read morecleaning! The tile has brown buildup !!some funk was on the tile since I swam three days earlier. Nasty!! Step up the cleaning process. Why do men get to swim in boxers? Several employees walked through and never addressed this.

My son has been going to East Mesa Karate for several years & I recently joined. The programs that…read moreare offered are a lot of fun. To name a few programs: American Kenpo Karate, Kali, Hyper Pro, or Weapons training. My son has been in several programs that never once does he complain that he doesn't want to go to his class, he is urging us (Parents) on to go to class. I recently joined to learn self-defense and work on my positive self-image. Watching my son throughout the years develop from a shy child (not willing to step in front of the class to demonstrate a move) to a kid that is so eager to lead is amazing to me. The Baker family does a fantastic job teaching leadership skills that not only work on how to educate others but also teaches respect, having a positive self-image, being motived and so much more! I would & currently do encourage people to check this place out.

The instructors here are beyond intelligent and talented! They are all passionate, kind, helpful,…read moreand determined. I am quite impressed with their level of patience and ability to organize every class as well. We tried their program using the promotion for 1 month. The program not only consisted of an entire month of classes but also a belt and the gee. The establishment was clean but very small. While the mat is the perfect size for the class, it does not have enough space for the parents to sit and the little space that is designated for the parents is far too close to the mat and the little kicks, punches, and loud yells. I loved the story time implemented into every class, and how active they are with the students and their families outside of class (they have weekly events that are fun, engaging, and creative!) **The only issues are as follows**: - The deposit when enrolling/signing up after the promo is $399.00. - The monthly fee is $199.00. - The classes are only 30 minutes each and I believe they can only go to two classes a week.. 1 hour of classes a week for $199.00 a month is not ideal. - Testing. The parents and the children were not made aware that they were testing for their "tip" until the day of. It would have been nice to have that information ahead of time so the child(ren) can be better prepared.