Carlson Gracie Grand Rapids
About
28th Street Carlson Gracie BJJ Academy
Carlson Gracie Grand Rapids on 28th Street SE is a friendly, family-oriented Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy in southeast Grand Rapids, with a kids program that has produced multiple Pan Ams and World Champions. The gym is affiliated with the Carlson Gracie international team and combines BJJ with wrestling and Muay Thai under one roof.
Kids Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Wrestling
Kids tracks integrate ground grappling with takedown work and stand-up striking exposure. Programs include:
- Kids Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
- Kids Wrestling
- Youth competition team
- Adult BJJ, Wrestling, Muay Thai, Boxing
- No-Gi grappling
What's Included
- Mats and trial-class loaner gi
- Carlson Gracie-affiliated black-belt instruction
- Competition coaching for kids who want to test on the regional circuit
Experience
Family-run Carlson Gracie school with serious competition pedigree but a friendly day-to-day vibe. Younger kids start with positional games and partner balance work; older kids drill BJJ technique plus wrestling takedowns, then roll under supervision. Optional Muay Thai crossover gives older kids a full grappling + striking foundation.