
Certified Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Training Center®
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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.


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®

Nancy Boriski
Purple Belt Stripe 2
Combatives®, Jr. Grapplers & Master Cycle®

Dennis Boriski
Purple Belt
Combatives®, Jr. Grapplers & Master Cycle®

Teddy Arellano III
black belt
Kids Bullyproof®, Combatives® & Master Cycle®

Michael Scionti
belt
Gracie Teens

Herbert Witt
belt
Master Cycle® Sparring

Matthew Costello
belt
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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