Gracie Barra Coppell
Where Coppell Trains.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Boxing-Thai, and kids martial arts — taught by black belts in a clean, welcoming academy. Part of the largest Jiu-Jitsu team in the world, with the same structured curriculum used in 1,000+ schools across six continents.
Something for Every Member of the Family
Whether it's your 3-year-old's first class or you're chasing your blue belt, there's a place for you on our mats.
Kids & Homeschool
Tiny Champions, Little Champions 1 & 2, and a daytime homeschool class. Confidence, focus, and fun.
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Adults & Teens BJJ
GB1, GB2, and GB3 — from your very first white-belt class to advanced color-belt training, Gi and No-Gi.
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Boxing-Thai
A blend of Boxing and Muay Thai. Striking fundamentals, conditioning, and footwork for teens, adults, and kids.
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Brave Hearts
A parent-supported, adaptive class for children who learn and grow in their own beautiful way. Patient and welcoming.
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Homeschool PE
We hold a CISD / Coppell-area homeschool External PE designation and file the PE documentation for enrolled students.
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Full Schedule
Mornings, midday, and evenings — Jiu-Jitsu and Boxing-Thai across the week. Find a class that fits your life.
View full schedule →The Most Trusted Name in Jiu-Jitsu
Gracie Barra is built on three values: Integrity, Development, and Brotherhood. Founded in 1986 by Master Carlos Gracie Jr., our structured global curriculum means every class — kids or adults, beginner or advanced — follows a proven, safe progression that meets you where you are.
- A clean, safe, welcoming academy — no ego on the mat.
- The same structured curriculum, safe for every level.
- The Red Shield — a global family, united by shared values.
- Programs for every age, from Tiny Champions to adults.
A Special Class for Special Kids
Brave Hearts is a parent-supported class created for children who are unique in their own way — a supportive, structured space where every child feels safe, understood, and confident. Fridays, 4:50–5:30pm, with Professor Augusto Rabelo.
Learn More About Brave HeartsWalk In Curious. Walk Out Hooked.
Book a free trial and come see the academy. No commitment, no pressure — just a great first class.
Come as you are
No experience or gear needed — wear comfortable clothes and we'll lend you a gi for your first class.
A warm welcome
We'll pair you with a buddy and walk you through the basics. Parents are always welcome to watch.
Safe & supervised
Certified black belts on every mat, a clean facility, and an ego-free culture — you're in good hands.
Choose Your Path
Every program at GB Coppell follows the Gracie Barra curriculum and is taught by certified, black-belt-led instructors.
Kids & Homeschool
Tiny Champions (2.5–4), Little Champions 1 (5–8), Little Champions 2 (9–12), and a daytime Homeschool class (4–12).
Details →Adults & Teens BJJ
GB1 (white belt & up), GB2 (white 3 stripes & up), GB3 (blue belt & up). Gi and No-Gi.
Details →Boxing-Thai
A mixture of Boxing and Muay Thai for teens, adults, and Little Champions. Striking, footwork, conditioning.
Details →Brave Hearts
An adaptive, parent-supported class with Professor Augusto Rabelo. Fridays 4:50–5:30pm.
Details →Homeschool PE
Earn PE credit through jiu-jitsu. We hold the External PE designation and file the documentation for you.
Details →Full Schedule
See every Jiu-Jitsu and Boxing-Thai class, filterable by day and program.
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One Class at a Time
From wobbly first steps on the mat at 2.5 to competition-ready 12-year-olds, our kids program builds focus, respect, and real self-defense — and they have a blast doing it.
Programs by Age
Tiny Champions
Our youngest group. Coordination, listening, and confidence through games and gentle technique. Gi, self-defense, and movement.
Little Champions 1
Fundamentals of jiu-jitsu plus No-Gi and wrestling days. Focus, discipline, and anti-bullying skills.
Little Champions 2
More advanced technique, live training, and competition prep for kids ready to level up. Gi, No-Gi, and wrestling.
Homeschool Class
A dedicated daytime class (Mon & Wed, 11am) for homeschool families — and the path to External PE credit.
Give Your Kid a Win This Week
First class is free. We'll match them to the right group by age.
Book Free Kids ClassStart as a Beginner.
Train Like a Pro.
Never trained a day in your life? Perfect. Our GB1 fundamentals classes are built for total beginners — and our GB2 and GB3 classes give experienced grapplers the rounds they crave. Gi and No-Gi, all week.
The GB Belt Path
Three class levels so you're always with people at your stage — and always being challenged.
Fundamentals
Adults & teens, white belts and up. The core curriculum — positions, escapes, submissions — taught slowly and clearly. The best place to start.
Intermediate
Adults & teens, white belt with 3 stripes and up. Advanced Gi training with more live rounds and deeper technical detail.
Advanced
Adults, color belts only (blue and up). High-level Gi and No-Gi for experienced practitioners. Fridays at noon.
Gi & No-Gi, Every Week
- Morning class — Fridays 6am for the early crew
- Lunch classes Mon–Fri, 12pm
- Evening Gi & No-Gi, 6:30 & 7:30pm
- Saturday No-Gi at 11am
New to Jiu-Jitsu?
Here's what your first class looks like: you arrive a few minutes early, we get you a loaner Gi if you need one, and an instructor walks you through the basics. You'll drill at your own pace. No one is going to crank on you.
Just wear comfortable athletic clothes for day one. We'll handle the rest.
Your First Round Is Free
Come try a fundamentals class. We'll have you rolling in no time.
Book Free Adult ClassBoxing Meets
Muay Thai
Our Boxing-Thai program blends Western boxing and Muay Thai into one striking system. Sharpen your hands, learn to use your legs and knees, and get in the best shape of your life — for teens, adults, and Little Champions.
Boxing-Thai Classes
Adults & Teens
Midday striking, Tuesdays & Thursdays at 12pm. Technique, pads, and conditioning.
Little Champions
Kids striking on Tuesdays — Little Champions 2 at 4:40pm, Little Champions 1 at 5:30pm.
All Kids & Adults
Our open striking class — all kids and adults together, Saturdays 10–11am.
Throw Your First Combo
Free trial class — gloves provided. Come find out why striking is addictive.
Book Free Boxing-Thai ClassEvery Child Deserves to Feel Brave
A special class created for children who are truly unique in their own way — designed to provide a more supportive and structured environment where each child feels safe, understood, and confident as they learn and grow.
Parent-Supported, Always
This is a parent-supported class, where families are part of the journey — offering love and encouragement every step of the way. Our goal is to help every child build confidence, develop focus, and grow emotionally and socially, always at their own pace.
- Fridays, 4:50–5:30pm — a focused 40-minute class.
- Led by Professor Augusto Rabelo.
- For kids ages 5–12 (older kids welcome after an evaluation).
- Parent participation is required — you're part of the class.
Jiu-Jitsu That
Counts as PE
GB Coppell holds a CISD / Coppell-area homeschool External PE designation. We already file the PE documentation for a roster of enrolled students — your child can earn real PE credit while learning a life skill.
What You Get
- Official External PE designation recognized for CISD / Coppell-area homeschoolers.
- We file the PE documentation for enrolled students — you don't chase paperwork.
- Dedicated daytime Homeschool classes (Mon & Wed, 11am) plus access to kids classes.
- Structured curriculum that builds fitness, coordination, and discipline.
How to Enroll
We already work with a set of homeschool families and handle the PE filing for them. Adding your child is simple:
- Reach out using the form on the Visit page and mention "Homeschool PE."
- We'll confirm enrollment and the documentation we file on your behalf.
- Your child starts training — and earning PE credit.
Full Class Schedule
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (Gi / No-Gi) and Boxing-Thai, six days a week.
Filter by discipline and by who's training.
Times are subject to change — when in doubt, message us to confirm. Boxing-Thai is a mixture of Boxing and Muay Thai. Colors match the Gracie Barra program curriculum.
Our Vision, Mission & Values
One school in every community in the world.
Teach Jiu-Jitsu for Everyone.
Integrity · Development · Brotherhood
Meet Your Instructors
Every class is led by background-checked and certified black belt instructors who train daily and compete at the highest level.
Professor Augusto Rabelo
Born in Macapá, Brazil, Professor Augusto Rabelo brings over 16 years of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and more than 10 years competing at a high level. An accomplished IBJJF competitor known for his technical precision and relentless competitive spirit, Augusto specializes in the K-Guard system, blending modern competition technique with strong fundamentals. For him, Jiu-Jitsu is a path to discipline, confidence, and growth — on and off the mats.
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Professor Gabriela Machado
Professor Gabriela Machado is an accomplished Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt and competitor, bringing world-class technique and a passion for developing students of all levels — with a special focus on growing the women's and kids' programs.
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At GB Coppell, every class is led by certified, background-checked instructors. Whether you're 3 or 63, brand new or a competitor, our job is to meet you exactly where you are and help you grow — on the mat and off it.
- All classes taught by black belts.
- Background-checked, certified instructors.
- A welcoming, ego-free training culture.
The Lineage Behind the Art
From Japan to Brazil to Coppell — the gentle art was passed down through generations of masters.
Mitsuyo Maeda
Brought the gentle art to Brazil
Carlos Gracie Sr.
Maeda's first student
Hélio Gracie
Refined the art for all sizes
Rolls Gracie
True jiu-jitsu innovator
Carlos Gracie Jr.
Founder of Gracie Barra
Part of the Gracie Barra Network
Training at GB Coppell connects you to the largest Jiu-Jitsu team in the world — its official gear, its online classroom, and the global organization behind it all.
Gracie Barra HQ
The global Gracie Barra organization — 1,000+ schools across six continents, united by one method and three values.
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Official Gracie Barra kimonos, rashguards, and apparel — IBJJF-ready gear for training and competition.
Shop GB Wear →GB Online
Follow the same weekly GB curriculum at home with 1,000+ instructional videos from GB professors and world champions.
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Your first class is free. Let's find your spot on the mat.
Book My Free TrialCome Train in Coppell
Questions about programs, the homeschool PE designation, or Brave Hearts? Send us a message — we read every one.
Academy Details
- 110 W Sandy Lake Rd, Suite 130
Coppell, TX 75019 - (469) 909-7008
- info@gbcoppell.com
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