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GBF | Gracie Barra Edmonds
Jiu-Jitsu for Women
Discover your strength, build practical skills, and become part of a supportive community through a Jiu-Jitsu program created specifically for women.
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Find Your Power. Build Your Skill.
Begin Your Jiu-Jitsu Journey with GBF
The GBF program introduces women to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in a safe, welcoming, and empowering environment. Whether you are completely new, returning to the mats, or looking for a new way to challenge yourself, our structured classes support your growth every step of the way.
Practical Self-Defense
Learn how leverage, positioning, timing, and technique can help you respond effectively without relying only on strength.
Strength & Fitness
Improve your strength, endurance, coordination, mobility, and overall physical conditioning.
Resilience
Learn to remain calm under pressure, work through challenges, and approach difficult situations with patience.
Technical Development
Build a strong foundation through structured lessons that support beginners and women with previous experience.
Community
Train alongside women who encourage one another and support each other’s progress on and off the mats.
A Program Designed for Women
What You’ll Experience in GBF
GBF combines beginner-friendly instruction with meaningful physical and mental challenges. Every class helps you become stronger, more confident, and more connected with your body and mind.
Learn the Fundamentals
Develop essential movements, positions, escapes, controls, submissions, and practical self-defense through clear, step-by-step instruction.
No previous experience is required
Challenge Yourself
Jiu-Jitsu offers a positive way to challenge yourself physically and mentally while developing patience, resilience, and confidence.
Learn and progress at your own pace
Train with Other Women
Practice in a comfortable women-only environment where you can ask questions, make mistakes, and develop your skills without pressure.
Led by Coach Jacklyn
Progress into Other Programs
GBF can help prepare you to participate confidently in GB1, advanced Jiu-Jitsu, No-Gi, competition training, and other eligible academy programs.
Additional programs require academy membership
Weekly Training
Women’s Only Class Schedule
Join Coach Jacklyn for structured, supportive training every Friday. The Women’s Only class is completely free to attend.
Women’s Only Gi
Friday | 5:00–6:00 PM
Beginner-friendly Jiu-Jitsu
Women’s Only No-Gi
Last Friday of the Month | 5:00–6:00 PM
No traditional Gi required
The Women’s Only class is free to attend.
Other academy programs require an appropriate membership.
Please check the current schedule for holidays or special events.
Getting Started
What to Bring to Your First Class
We make your first visit simple so you can focus on learning, moving, and meeting the team.
Water Bottle
Bring a water bottle so you can stay hydrated during class.
Comfortable Clothing
Wear a fitted athletic shirt with shorts or leggings without pockets, zippers, or sharp pieces.
Slip-On Shoes
Slides or sandals are easy to remove and help us keep the training mats clean.
Positive Attitude
Come ready to learn, have fun, and challenge yourself. Everyone starts somewhere, and our team is here to support you.
A loaner Gi may be available for your first class.
Please contact us before class so we can prepare the appropriate size.
Support at Every Step
A Welcoming Place to Learn and Grow
GBF is designed to help women begin Jiu-Jitsu in a positive and encouraging environment. You do not need to be experienced, athletic, flexible, or already in shape to begin.
Coach Jacklyn provides structured instruction and supportive correction, helping every student develop strong fundamentals at a comfortable pace.
Each class is an opportunity to become more capable, confident, and connected with your teammates.
Class Benefits
- A welcoming and supportive women-only environment
- Structured instruction for complete beginners
- Practical self-defense and technical development
- Improved confidence, fitness, and resilience
- A pathway into GB1 and other academy programs
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need prior martial arts experience?
No. GBF welcomes complete beginners as well as women returning to Jiu-Jitsu or another martial art. Coach Jacklyn will help you learn the fundamentals at an appropriate pace.
What if I feel nervous or out of shape?
That is completely normal. You can begin at your current fitness level and gradually build strength, endurance, mobility, and confidence through training.
Is this class really women only?
Yes. The class is led by Coach Jacklyn, and the training space is exclusively female. Occasionally, Coach Jacklyn may invite a male coach to serve as an uke, or demonstration partner, strictly for instructional purposes.
What will I learn in class?
You will learn practical Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, including movement, positioning, escapes, controls, submissions, and self-defense. Classes also help improve fitness, body awareness, and confidence.
What happens during a typical class?
Class begins with a group warm-up and movement exercises. Coach Jacklyn then demonstrates the day’s technique before students practice it with a partner through structured, controlled drilling. Some classes may also include guided positional practice.
Will I have to spar?
No. There is no expectation to spar during your first class. Positional training or live rounds are introduced only when you feel comfortable and Coach Jacklyn determines that you are ready.
What should I wear?
For your first class, wear fitted athletic clothing without pockets, zippers, or sharp pieces. A loaner Gi may be available. We recommend wearing leggings or biker shorts and a fitted shirt or rash guard underneath the Gi.
What should I wear for No-Gi?
Wear leggings, spats, or grappling shorts with a fitted athletic shirt or rash guard. A traditional Gi is not needed for No-Gi.
When is the Women’s Only class?
Women’s Only Jiu-Jitsu meets every Friday from 5:00–6:00 PM. The last Friday of every month is a special No-Gi class.
Is the Women’s Only class free?
Yes. The Women’s Only Jiu-Jitsu class is completely free to attend. Other academy programs require an appropriate membership.
Can I transition into GB1 or other programs?
Yes. GBF can help you build the technique and confidence needed to transition into GB1, advanced Jiu-Jitsu, No-Gi, competition training, and other eligible academy programs.
Can non-female family members observe class?
We ask that anyone who is not female plan to drop off rather than stay and observe. This helps preserve a comfortable environment where every woman can train without feeling as though she has an audience.
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