Unethical, they sandbags tournaments to boost their rank and appeal. Their students suffer from…read morelack of advancement because they are not being challenged.

Friendly and welcoming people here at HEVE BJJ! Coach Hoc showed great options from the standup in…read moregi, some of which included collar grip throws and a single leg option straight into the guardpass or side control. There were different levels and ages of men and women alike, the community here is very safe and respectful. Will definitely stop by next time I'm in town!

My 7 years old boy is always excited to attend BJJ class here. Coach Brandon and coach John are…read moreknowledgeable and patient, while still giving discipline as needed. Definitely recommend for everyone. They also offer other martial art and classes for adult.

The absolute best combat sports studio in Renton. No messing around, straight to the point and no…read morefree hand outs are given. Everyone works equally hard to get the results they are looking for. Coach Ruff, Brandon, Chris, and Courtney are raising the bar every single time and I'm personally very grateful for them to be able to provide such a service to the community.

Dear Yelp... I love this place. If you are a beginner or a long time veteran you will find great…read morerolls here with some good beats bumping. Amazing gym!

Was in town for a few weeks visiting from New York. I train at the main New York Renzo Gracie…read moreHeadquarters so was excited to visit this location and roll with some new folks. I was graced with amazing instructors Fred and Josh who taught great classes with strong focus on fundamentals and lots of takedowns. Loved the balance and pace of the classes. We focused on grip fighting, level changing, and movement just to start off the class. It then went into takedown practice, move of the day, drilling, and finally rolling. A lot of information packed into 1.5 hours of class. The community is great and everyone is here to learn and to sweat while helping each other improve. Would definitely come by again when I'm in town

My 3rd grader has been attending classes here for a year, and the kids program and coaches are…read moreoutstanding! The coaches genuinely care about the kids and their safety and progress. Staff are passionate about Jui Jitsu and it shows. My son has muscle-tone/ coordination issues and coming here has been a game changer for him - His confidence has soared. He works hard, gets much needed strength and focus exercise, and takes so much pride in his progress. Highly recommend trying it out!

This gym has a great community feel. Everyone is very friendly and always trying to help each other…read moreget better since we all remember what it feels like starting out as a beginner. The instructors are all excellent, very knowledgeable and patient. And FWIW, both the kick boxing and BJJ classes have a pretty wide age range, and both men and women, so all are welcome.

I do not recommend this facility at all! some news has come to light. they talk about you and…read morecriticize you when you are not their. Now it's either $180 or more to join at this facility per month. This facility, should have no right to play favoritism and criticize you when paying this much money towards a gym and trying better yourself mentally and physically. Its your money and you should treated FAIRLY when promotions arise. This used to be the BEST SCHOOL in Seattle. But, this is no longer the case. Look Elsewhere! I don't recommend stepping foot in this GYM ever!, for the amount money you pay. Here another reason that you shouldn't attend. These rules for 180 a month during the covid19 bring in your own dummy. - Seriously come on! This is outrageous. Here is the link to check out the other stupid things this gym is making you do. https://www.jiujitsutimes.com/gacie-barra-rolls-out-covid-19-exit-strategy/amp/ Thanks!

If you want a place with 100% legit black belt professors this is as good as it gets. I've trained…read morein other gyms where there might be a brown belt teaching the class or maybe a black belt or two if you are lucky. It's not uncommon to see 5+ black belts some days at GB and ALL of them have gone out of their way to teach me things and be helpful even when it was my first few weeks as a white belt. The best part, is while they train serious BJJ competitors, training is very safe and no one is trying to hurt you like some other places I've trained. Whether you are interested in BJJ just as a safe way to get in shape doing something fun, looking to make friends and meet new people, or you are a serious athlete training for competition, Gracie Barra is awesome. They really care about you and even if it's just your first day ever and want to try out a free day, they make sure to set you up with everything you need, walk you through the programs and not make you feel like the "new person" in the gym. Thank you GB and I hope anyone reading this review comes in to check it out like I did! P.S. I don't have kids but the kids class is often before the adults class and they always come running off with smiles on their face so it might be something fun to check out if you have kids also.

This gym was my second home for a couple of years. I loved this place. I loved the people…read more My observations while training here... -Gym and equipment was always clean. -Coaches were knowledgeable. -The students were super cool! The people I trained with made it feel like family. -Kids/Jr's program was amazing! My children absolutely loved it. I watched in astonishment as my kiddos kept progressing! Looking to train? Stop by 253BJJ! I'm definitely glad I did. Mike Gayle @thebjjoiler

My dad has trained with Michael Proctor for a few years now. They have been trying to get me into…read morethe art ever since my dad started. Finally, when I went to college, I decided I needed a new hobby so I decided to train jiu jitsu [In the town I went to school]. When summer came along, Michael Proctor and his team took me in with open arms. Since joining his academy, I have come to find a second jiujitsu home where I am always welcome. Some specific notables for this gym? 1. The techniques are very.... technical, as they should be. Michael Proctor really does know the art. He knows how important the little details are and he instills that knowledge in our training every day. Also - a side note with Michael and his techniques: If Michael sees one person needing help on specific escapes, positions, or submissions, he will cater the class' curriculum for that person. He does this for everyone, not only his shining stars. 2. VERY CLEAN FACILITIES. Michael makes sure the mats are always clean. I wouldn't be surprised if he told me that he mops the mat multiple times after just one training session. He takes a lot of pride in the team's hygiene, emphasising the importance of handwashing, shoe-wearing, and gi-washing. 3. The energy in the room is always positive. It is not uncommon for the class to start off with a few jokes. Michael keeps it light and it makes a fun environment to train in. People feel like family when they come in because they are treated as family. I highly recommend this gym to anyone who has a bellybutton.

Been doing BJJ for about 4 year. Was in the area visiting close friends. I dropped in and did a no…read moreGi class. The other student were very welcoming and helpful. The professor was very knowledgeable and lead the class well. if I lived in the area, I would definitely go to this gym. By the way, I am 65 years old.

Had a chance to take a drop in class over the 4th of July and had a great time. The instructor,…read moreCody, was methodical and precise, the academy was clean, open, and airy, and the studio was welcoming. I live in Stockton, but suggest VG to any locals looking to study BJJ. Looking forward to returning in November for a few open mats over Tday.

Enough can't be said about BJJ Olympia. The culture of this place is incredible. It embraces a…read moretrue family environment from four year olds to elderly adults and everyone there in-between. I love how my five year old is pushed in his discipline and understanding while very clearly having fun along the way. Every single coach is incredible. From professor Robert, Joel, Chris, and many others - there is a humility among the top that leaks down into the rest of the gym. All of the upper belts are extremely helpful and no one holds an intimidating machismo attitude. Everyone should try jiujitsu and this is the place to do it!

great place to sharpen your skills! From being a hobbiest or a competitor you'll catch the best…read morerolls here!!

A fantastic gym. Clean mats, clean (super fancy) bathrooms with showers, benches, and lockers,…read morechairs for parents and beanbags for siblings to hang out during class. I started training here this year with my daughter, she is brand new to jiu jitsu and to this area. Seeing her confidence bloom as she learned and made friends has been worth every penny. Her younger sister just started here after begging to join her older sister. She has a blast and after class she always falls asleep exhausted, no more crazy bedtime (definitely a plus!) The professors are knowledgeable and polite, the members are supportive of each other, and the environment is just so welcoming. I cannot recommend this gym enough. I hope to see you there!

Class was fun with great details by Professor John. The academy itself is very nice and has locker…read morerooms complete with showers!

Went to an open mat while I was in Washington. Everyone was super cool and welcoming as well as…read moretalented grapplers. Great group of people

This is an awesome place to train. They make you feel like family and make training fun. The…read moreinstructors are extremely helpful and have tons of knowledge to share.