Anti-Bullying Week · August 24–29, 2026

Confidence is the best defense against bullying.

Join us for a full week of free training, special Anti-Bullying lessons, and practical tools to help children stand tall with confidence and respect.

All ages welcome · Train free all week

Reserve your child's spot

Train free during Anti-Bullying Week.

Register your child or their Buddy Week guest to join the classes, Saturday event, and receive their official Anti-Bullying Certificate.

  • Free training August 24–29, 2026
  • Official Anti-Bullying Certificate
  • Exclusive Buddy Week guest offer

More than self-defense

Help your child feel prepared — not afraid.

Throughout Anti-Bullying Week, every class includes a special lesson on confidence, respect, awareness, and practical strategies for dealing with bullying.

  • 01Confidence
  • 02Respect
  • 03Awareness
  • 04Practical strategies
Children learning Jiu-Jitsu at Gracie Barra North Phoenix

A week made for confidence

Train free. Bring a friend. Earn a certificate.

Students are encouraged to invite friends to train with them during Buddy Week. Every child who participates during the week, or joins us on Saturday, receives an official Anti-Bullying Certificate.

August
24–29

Anti-Bullying Week

Every class includes a special Anti-Bullying lesson. Friends can train free all week long.

Saturday
August 29, 2026

Special collaborative event

Join Professors from Gracie Barra Arcadia and Gracie Barra Scottsdale for our event finale.

Train with confidence

A modern facility for every step of the journey.

From quality mats to a clean, professional environment, our academy is designed so students and families feel at home.

Families love Gracie Barra

See the difference confidence can make.

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Danelle Sue Francisco
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We absolutely love this place and team! My granddaughter was soooo shy, she would stand n the back, coming here has definitely boosted her confidence. Thank you soo much for being patient and teaching her and today she received a stripe. Happy granddaughter, happy nana. ❤️
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Joe Yawanis
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My boys recently started training at Gracie Barra North Phoenix, and we couldn't be happier with the experience. From day one, the instructors have been welcoming, patient, and incredibly positive with the kids. The classes do a great job of teaching not only jiu-jitsu techniques, but also discipline, respect, confidence, and perseverance. What stands out most is the family atmosphere. The coaches genuinely care about each student's development and make every child feel included and supported. My boys look forward to every class, and we've already seen growth in both their confidence and focus. The facility is clean, professional, and well organized, and the instruction is top-notch. If you're looking for a place where your child can learn valuable self-defense skills while building character and having fun, I highly recommend Gracie Barra North Phoenix.
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Karla Habbershaw
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Walking in here in February of this year was the best thing ive done for my physical and mental health in years. Please if you are considering going just show up! You can be literally ANY age its totally normal for people to walk in with no experience in their 20s 30s 40s 50s and yes even 60s. And women you are more than welcome! There are a few of us in basically every class and right now my Tuesday / Thursday Fundamentals evening class has been all women! I genuinely would be delighted for a newbie to come in because they saw this review! Please let me know if you do ill be there ;)
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Monika Perry
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Hello, I am an Air Force lady veteran taking the Women's Self Defense class 💪. Great family environment - will be returning, had so much fun learning the skills I need to keep safe- especially around Phoenix! Service Dog 🐕‍🦺 friendly - but my boy will be staying home next session because he doesn't like mom headlock sparing 💪plus then my full concentration will be on the mats. Hope to see 👀 you out there lady veterans- Saturday's 10am 🤩🇺🇸💯💥
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Timothy Esnaola
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This review has been long overdue since I have been cross-training at GB North Phoenix for a few months now and I strongly suggest training here. When I first entered the gym, Professor Jow-Jow welcomed me with open arms. As a white belt, it was a little intimidating to cross-train to a different BJJ gym and not know anyone. But truthfully it felt like I was in my Gracie Barra home/main gym. The classes I go to are the afternoon classes which is for “all levels-beginners;” unlike the evening classes that focus on fundamentals. The classes are fantastics! They are very informative, focusing on the ‘why’ behind every transition and submission rather than just going through the motions. Professor Jow-Jow and Professor Daniel don’t just teach moves; they explain the logic behind them. I believe they have a way of breaking down complex BJJ sequences that makes everything click, regardless of the student's belt level! I enjoy training in this gym, that when I am in the area, I will make every ditch effort to attend a class! Plus, the recently renovated facility is beautiful—it has a 'homely' coffee shop vibe! All is missing is the coffee… LOL! Truthfully, I highly recommend training in Gracie Barra North Phoenix. I have no negative opinions about them!
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Great professors.Great place to learn brazilian jiu jitsu And a great learning atmosphere for all ages.
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Tyler O'Neill
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This place is the best in town and my kids love going here they look forward to it everyday
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Bonita Warnett
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My sons that are 4&6 go here and they are wonderful!! They have learned so much, have gained patience and discipline. They are such a strong community and always make you feel welcome
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Amanda Hale
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My daughter had been going here for a good couple months and she is loving it. I love that they teach them about respect and disciplined. She is not only learning that but leaning how to protect herself. Highly recommend

August 24–29, 2026 only

Give your child a week of confidence — free.

Bring a friend for Buddy Week and unlock 50% off the uniform plus 30 days of free training when they sign up.

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