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Certified Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Training Center®

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Coaches in houston

Certified Gracie University® instructors teaching the same standardized curriculum used at training centers worldwide, with ranks and certifications publicly listed on Gracie University

CERTIFIED GRACIE JIU-JITSU TRAINING CENTER®   ·   INDEPENDENTLY OWNED   ·   HOUSTON, TX

OUR COACHING TEAM

THE TEAM BEHIND YOUR TRAINING

Every coach on our mat teaches the Gracie University® curriculum with patience, structure, and genuine care for each student's progress.

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Head Instructor · 4th Degree Black Belt

Jackson
Fortunato

Jackson brings more than 20 years of jiu-jitsu experience and over a decade of teaching in Houston, bringing the Gracie methodology to life for adults, women and children.

Rank

4th Degree Black Belt (Verified)

Certification

Certified Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Instructor

Academy

Gracie Jiu-Jitsu West Houston

programs

Combatives®, Bullyproof® & Master Cycle®

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Nancy Boriski

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Combatives®, Jr. Grapplers & Master Cycle®

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Dennis Boriski

Purple Belt

Combatives®, Jr. Grapplers & Master Cycle®

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Teddy Arellano III

black belt

Kids Bullyproof®, Combatives® & Master Cycle®

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Michael Scionti

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Gracie Teens

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Herbert Witt

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Master Cycle® Sparring

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Matthew Costello

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Muay Thai / MMA

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BOOK YOUR INTRO LESSON

Choose your program and request a free introductory lesson online or by phone.

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COME AS YOU ARE

Wear a t-shirt or rashguard with comfortable leggings or athletic wear. We'll provide your gi and help you tie your belt.​

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TRAIN RISK-FREE

Start with 10 days of classes, risk-free, and learn at your own pace in a supportive, ego-free room.

NEW TO JIU-JITSU?

Our Student Experience team makes sure you feel at home from your very first visit, from tying your first belt to learning your first technique.

YOUR FIRST CLASS, STEP BY STEP

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FIND YOUR PLACE AT GRACIE JIU-JITSU HOUSTON

Explore a new skill, help your child prepare for challenges, or continue your training. Our team will help you take the next step.

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LET’S FIND YOUR FIRST CLASS

Start your journey today. No commitment required

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