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8 min from Monte Vista

Adult BJJfor Monte Vista Residents

You don't need experience. You don't need to be in shape. You just need to walk through the door. Our adult classes follow the proven Gracie Barra curriculum, taught personally by Professors Zaza and Edgar — two black belts with over 30 years of combined mat time under Master Tussa Alencar. Morning or evening, first day or hundredth — every class meets you where you are.

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Monte Vista professionals and creatives who want a martial art that rewards intelligence and consistency over raw athleticism train at Gracie Barra Alamo Heights. Eight minutes east on McCullough Avenue, the academy offers morning and evening GB1 classes. GB1 Adults & Teens starts at 6:00 AM Tuesday and Thursday, 6:30 PM Monday through Friday, and 10:00 AM Saturday. Professor Edgar and Professor Zaza teach the Gracie Barra curriculum — structured fundamentals for beginners, advanced technique work for experienced grapplers. UTSA students, Museum Reach residents, and McCullough corridor professionals all train here. Call (210) 864-7909 to schedule your free class.

Why TrainAdult BJJ?

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Full-body conditioning that builds functional strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular endurance without repetitive gym routines

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Practical self-defense skills grounded in real techniques proven over decades of competition and street application

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Structured progression through the Gracie Barra curriculum with clear belt-and-stripe benchmarks so you always know where you stand

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Training partners at every experience level — from professionals trying BJJ for the first time to seasoned competitors

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Stress relief and mental clarity through focused, disciplined training that demands your full attention

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A tight-knit Alamo Heights community where consistent effort earns respect, not prior athletic ability

Adult BJJSchedule

All class times are America/Chicago (Central Time). End times are shown only when confirmed.

Free trials are available for GB1 Adults & Teens and GBK Kids classes. No-Gi is a training format within these programs. GB3 advanced training and BarraFIT are not free-trial classes.

For arrival before a 6:00 AM class, contact the academy to confirm morning access.

Monday2 classes
6:30 PM
GB1 Adults & Teens
Adult BJJ
7:30 PMto 8:00 PM
GB3 Live Training (Advanced)
Adult BJJ

Not a free-trial class

Tuesday2 classes
6:00 AM
GB1 Adults & Teens
Adult BJJ
6:30 PM
GB1 Adults & Teens
Adult BJJ
Wednesday2 classes
6:30 PM
GB1 Adults & Teens — No-Gi
Adult BJJ
7:30 PMto 8:00 PM
GB3 Live Training (Advanced) — No-Gi
Adult BJJ

Not a free-trial class

Thursday3 classes
6:00 AM
GB1 Adults & Teens
Adult BJJ
6:30 PM
GB1 Adults & Teens
Adult BJJ
7:30 PMto 8:00 PM
GB3 Live Training (Advanced)
Adult BJJ

Not a free-trial class

Friday2 classes
6:30 PM
GB1 Adults & Teens — No-Gi
Adult BJJ
7:30 PMto 8:00 PM
GB3 Live Training (Advanced) — No-Gi
Adult BJJ

Not a free-trial class

Saturday2 classes
10:00 AM
GB1 Adults & Teens
Adult BJJ
11:00 AM
GB3 Live Training (Advanced)
Adult BJJ

Not a free-trial class

SundayNo classes listed
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Getting Herefrom Monte Vista

Take McCullough Avenue east through Olmos Park, continue to Austin Highway — 8 minutes from the SA Museum of Art to our door at 1464 Austin Hwy, Suite 100.

Gracie Barra Alamo Heights
1464 Austin Hwy, Suite 100, San Antonio, TX 78209
(210) 864-7909

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Frequently AskedQuestions

I have no martial arts experience — can I start adult BJJ?
Yes. The majority of adults who start at Gracie Barra Alamo Heights have zero experience. The GB1 Fundamentals class is designed specifically for that. Professor Zaza breaks down every technique into clear steps, and you train with partners who know how to work with beginners. Nobody expects you to know anything on day one — that is what the curriculum is for.
How often should I train as a beginner?
Two to three sessions per week is a strong starting point. Gracie Barra Alamo Heights offers adult classes throughout the week. Check our schedule for current class times. Consistency matters more than volume. Training twice a week and showing up every week will produce better results than training five days one week and disappearing the next. Professor Zaza can help you plan a schedule that fits your life.
Is there a BJJ gym near Monte Vista or Tobin Hill?
Gracie Barra Alamo Heights is about 8 minutes from the Monte Vista and Tobin Hill neighborhoods. Head east on Hildebrand or north on Broadway to Austin Highway -- we are at 1464 Austin Hwy, Suite 100, San Antonio, TX 78209. While Marra Senki BJJ targets this area, they are located 8 miles away. GB Alamo Heights is significantly closer for anyone living along the Broadway corridor. Call (210) 864-7909 to try a free class.
What is the class schedule like for someone working in Midtown or Monte Vista?
Our weekday schedule is built for working professionals. GB1 Adults & Teens starts at 6:00 AM Tuesday and Thursday, 6:30 PM Monday through Friday, and 10:00 AM Saturday. Wednesday and Friday GB1 sessions are No-Gi. Advanced GB3 Live Training also starts at 11:00 AM Saturday. From the Pearl or upper Broadway, you can be at the academy in under 10 minutes. Professor Edgar, a 1st Degree Black Belt, and Professor Zaza, a 2nd Degree Black Belt, lead the instruction.

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Your first class is free. No experience needed.

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Questions? Call us at(210) 864-7909