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Jiu-Jitsu

For Everyone

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Welcome to Gracie Barra Arnold

Discover Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at Nottinghamshire’s Leading Martial Arts Academy At Gracie Barra Arnold, we proudly offer world-class Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) instruction for students of all ages and abilities. As part of the globally respected Gracie Barra team - with over 1,000 schools worldwide - we are united by a simple mission: Jiu-Jitsu for Everyone​. Situated in the heart of Arnold, near Nottingham, our academy welcomes students from Mapperley, Carlton, Sherwood, West Bridgford, Beeston, and the wider Nottinghamshire area. With a focus on Integrity, Brotherhood, and Development, Gracie Barra Arnold is a place where you can safely grow, learn, and thrive​.

Our Programs

We offer Jiu-Jitsu classes for children from 3 years old to adults, including self-defense classes for both men and women.

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Meet the instructors

All of our instructors are certified through the Gracie Barra Instructor Certification Programme, ensuring you and your family receive the highest standard of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training in a safe, structured, and welcoming environment.

Victor Estima

Professor

Black Belt

Simon Ling

Professor

Black Belt

Trevor Irvine

Professor

Black Belt

Gavin Barnacle

Professor

Black Belt

Tegan Doran

Professor

Black Belt

Jack Delaney

Coach

Brown Belt

Emily Brown

Program Director

Brown Belt

Daniel Storer

Coach

Purple Belt

Martha Fairfax

Coach

Blue Belt

Bartek Kacica

Coach

Blue Belt

Luke Dodsley

Coach

Yellow and White Belt

Amy Nelder

Coach

Grey and Black Belt

Our Facility

Gracie Barra Arnold is recognised as a Gracie Barra Premium school and offers the best facilities to train Jiu-Jitsu in Nottinghamshire. Our academy features a clean, modern, and fully equipped training space, designed to provide the safest and most effective environment for learning Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Come and visit us, we would love to show you around!

We are Gracie Barra

At Gracie Barra Arnold, you’re not just joining a gym - you’re becoming part of a global family. You’ll be supported every step of your journey toward self-improvement, personal growth, and developing the knowledge and resilience to meet life’s challenges like a black belt.

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Why Gracie Barra

Our instructors are trained in the teaching philosophy and methods of Master Carlos Gracie Jr., the founder of Gracie Barra. With over 30 years of excellence behind us, you can trust that you and your family are in the best possible hands at Gracie Barra Arnold.

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Latest News

Check out our latest news for everything you need to know about upcoming events and activities at Gracie Barra Arnold.

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Gracie Barra Arnold’s 2024 Charity Grapple-a-Thon

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