OUR PROGRAMS

KIDS AND TEENS

The Gracie Barra Andover Kids and Teens program was designed to help children and teenagers grow more confident, disciplined, and prepared to face everyday challenges, both on and off the mats.

Through Jiu-Jitsu, students develop self-control, respect, focus, and teamwork, while improving coordination, physical conditioning, and healthy habits from an early age. Classes are conducted in a safe, fun, and progressive way, always respecting each student’s age and skill level.

Following the world-renowned Gracie Barra standard, the program is led by qualified instructors who closely monitor each child’s technical and personal development. Beyond learning Jiu-Jitsu techniques, students build discipline, perseverance, and confidence, helping them become more secure, responsible, and resilient.

At Gracie Barra Andover, the Kids and Teens program goes beyond sport. It creates a positive and motivating environment where children and teenagers learn important values and build a strong foundation for lifelong physical, mental, and emotional development.

ADULTS

The Gracie Barra Andover Adults program is ideal for adults who want to improve their physical conditioning, learn Jiu-Jitsu in a structured way, and develop skills that go far beyond the mats.

Classes are designed to serve students of all levels, from beginners to advanced practitioners, using a progressive method that prioritizes technique, safety, and consistent improvement. In addition to technical learning, training helps increase strength, endurance, mobility, and stress control, promoting a higher quality of life.

Following the international Gracie Barra standard, the program is led by qualified instructors who closely monitor each student’s progress, respecting individual goals, learning pace, and physical limits. The environment is professional, welcoming, and motivating, ideal for those seeking self-defense, competition, or simply a more active lifestyle.

At Gracie Barra Andover, the Adults program offers more than physical training. It builds discipline, focus, self-confidence, and a strong sense of community, helping students become stronger, more balanced, and more confident in everyday life.

WOMEN'S SELF DEFENSE

The Gracie Barra Andover Women’s Self Defense program was created to empower women through Jiu-Jitsu, providing practical self-defense tools while building confidence and strengthening both body and mind.

Classes focus on real-life situations, teaching effective techniques for prevention, control, and response to potential threats, all within a safe, respectful, and welcoming environment. The training is accessible to women of all levels, with no prior experience required, using a progressive method that prioritizes safety, technique, and body awareness.

Following the international Gracie Barra standard, the program is led by qualified instructors who closely support each student’s development, respecting individual limits and encouraging continuous growth. Beyond self-defense, Jiu-Jitsu helps improve physical conditioning, reduce stress, and strengthen self-esteem.

At Gracie Barra Andover, the Women’s Self Defense program goes beyond techniques. It creates a supportive and empowering space where women build confidence, discipline, and the readiness to feel safer and stronger both on and off the mats.

PRIVATE CLASS

The Gracie Barra Andover Private Class program was designed for students who seek fully personalized training, with a focus on specific goals and accelerated progress in Jiu-Jitsu.

Private classes allow for individualized coaching, where the instructor adapts the training content to the student’s level, needs, and objectives—whether improving specific techniques, enhancing competitive performance, developing self-defense skills, or strengthening fundamentals. This format ensures maximum attention, detailed corrections, and more efficient learning.

Following the international Gracie Barra standard, Private Classes are led by highly qualified instructors in a professional, safe, and results-driven environment. One-on-one training also contributes to improved physical conditioning, confidence, and technical clarity, while respecting each student’s pace and limits.

At Gracie Barra Andover, the Private Class program offers an exclusive and focused experience, ideal for those who want to accelerate their progress, overcome specific challenges, and reach a new level of performance both on and off the mats.

NO-GI

The Gracie Barra Andover No-Gi program is designed for students who want to train Jiu-Jitsu without the gi, with an emphasis on speed, body control, and adaptability to different grappling situations.

Classes focus on No-Gi–specific techniques such as distance control, fast transitions, takedowns, sweeps, and submissions adapted to training without the gi. The training is dynamic, challenging, and safe, serving students of different levels while improving physical conditioning, agility, and reaction time.

Following the international Gracie Barra standard, the program is led by qualified instructors who guide each student through progressive development, respecting technical level and individual goals. No-Gi training perfectly complements gi practice, expanding overall Jiu-Jitsu understanding and adaptability.

At Gracie Barra Andover, the No-Gi program delivers a modern and effective training experience, ideal for those seeking technical growth, improved performance, and practical application of Jiu-Jitsu in both sport and self-defense contexts.