Gracie Barra St. Peters Reviews

My whole family learned Jujitsu from Gracie Barra. We learned so much from Dennis Knaust and the whole Gracie Barra team. It's very impowering for me as women to know I can defend myself if ever need be. My sons started when they were in third and eighth grade and it helped them gain confidence and respect. We went for eight years till we moved out of state. It was an amazing experience😊

Professor Dennis is not only a great practitioner of the art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, he is a patient and mild mannered teacher of it. He has not only helped me but also my 13 year old daughter and 12 year old son. Highly recommend him and his new school.

Gracie Barra BJJ has produced so many national and world champions. Professor Dennis embodies that legacy and is a great choice to bring you to the next level. He and his staff are amazing teachers. They understand the real world and competitive aspects of Jiu Jitsu. I have enjoyed studying under him as have my children. We highly recommend this school!

Yes, Dennis and Kaden are beasts. But, don't let the years of competitive medals and titles (including Worlds Masters Champion) scare you. This father/son duo are more interested in helping you get fit, gain confidence and continue the Gracie Barra legacy of "Jiu Jitsu for everyone."

My son (age 14) and step son (age 13) just started attending here after they opened. The place is beautiful and the staff are so welcoming. It definitely has that family feel where you feel welcome when you walk through the door. Highly recommend!

I have trained with Dennis Knaust ever since I started with Gracie Barra in 2013. He has displayed professionalism, enthusiasm and a sustained passion for not only teaching Jiu Jitsu, but modeling it as well with his many accomplishments in competition. Dennis is a true leader in what he is teaching…. He is the guy that will put himself in the trenches with his students. I whole heartedly would recommend Dennis to anyone that wants to learn jiu Jitsu and be instructed by some one that not only has proven his skill and knowledge but continues to do so.

If you are looking to train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with some of the best in the area, then this is the school to be at! I have been training for almost 7 years and Professor Dennis is one of the most technical and high level Black Belts that I've both trained under and taught with. From the newest students to the advanced students, he and his staff will help you or your child get to your/their highest potential! Check them out!

Gracie Barra of Saint Peters is such a amazing place for kids and adults to exercise and learn self defense! My teenage daughter loves training here her coaches and professor are a huge influence in her life!

Love it. I signed up my son for a trial class and we both ended up training. If you are looking to lose weight, this is the absolute best thing I’ve done so far. Work at YOUR pace! Meaningful encouragement from EVERYONE! And a healthy self-confidence you won’t find anywhere else. Everyone at Gracie Barra St Peters has had a hand in transforming my life! From me and my family….THANK YOU!!

Gracie Barra of Saint Peters is such a amazing place for kids and adults to exercise and learn self defense! My teenage daughter loves training here her coaches and professor are a huge influence in her life!

Excellent school, with the best atmosphere to train bjj!

Amazing changes in my son in 2 months so far awesome instructors and way of running their program.

Jogging got boring. The gym... too crowded. And, I can't stand to listen to Tony Horton's same ol' jokes on my P90X videos. The perfect answer -- jiu jitsu the Gracie Barra way.

Not only will this place get you back into shape, you'll walk out with a better sense of confidence. [Cliche Warning!] It WILL change your life. It's great for kids too!

And don't worry about muscle-bound meatheads looking to hurt any fresh meat that walks into the door. The first time I walked in, I got a tour of the facility, an introduction to jiu jitsu and a no-risk, no-obligation chance to try a class. The students were just as welcoming and helpful. I can say I've made many new friends and am always amazed how much fun hard work in class can be.

Great teachers and awesome atmosphere to learn jiu jitsu!

My daughter has been training at Graccie for 6 months now and loves it. She has 5 years prior training in MMA and loves the struture given at Graccie. They are very thorough and knowledgeable with their teaching of this skilled Art that can be used for a lifetime. I recommend this for anyone.

i have been training here for almost a year now and many more to come, i can def say its been exciting training with a great group of people , i highly recommend anyone wanting to train in the best martial arts to come join the family at grace barra bjj

I love Gracie Barra! Everyone I met here was very welcoming and the atmosphere was amazing.

This is a great place to learn self defense in a friendly and professional atmosphere.

Friendly and hard working enviroment full of people who will help you achieve your goals best self defense you can get

Gracie Barra isnt just a place to go learn jui jitsu its a team that acts more like a family when you hit the mats. All 3 of my children and I look forward to training each week, my children love the coaches and students so much they often ask to come on my class days just to hang out.

Great School, Best Instructors. My son loves it! He's learning about respect and a healthy diet as well as training from 1st class instructors.

Gracie Barra Is in my opinion one of the best martial arts schools around. I came here from a life time of bullying in school, and doing jiu-jitsu really turned my life around for the better. The environment in the dojo is something I don't think anybody can explain, you have to come and experience it yourself. The instructors are very polite, and careful of what they teach their students. I can definitely say that this can change anybody life if you are willing to commit to the training and out in all your effort into doing this. I wouldn't say thay this is for everybody, but you would have to give it a shot and see the results first handed. i would recommend this to anybody who wants to change their life, grow in fitness, or just to learn the martial arts.

Amazing martial arts academy. The people here are amazing and really help you learn the techniques everyday for sport and for self defense.

Structured, organized school with family in mind. Professor Mike and the coaches are great with the kids to keep them engaged, disciplined, and active. Adult classes are well balanced between self-defense and competition Jiu Jitsu. Facility is clean with plenty of space to change and store your gear. Additionally, the dojo's mat is amazing in square footage (easily handling 40+ people in an adult class) and technology (6" suspension flooring). With each student's personal goals and safety in mind, I implicitly entrust Professor Mike and his staff to train my family without worry of injury or judgment.

My son has been attending Gracie Barra for a few months now. I'm super impressed with how they work with kids and teach them so many valuable lessons.

Great school! Excellent instructors. My son LOVES everything about the school. I have seen a clear change in self confidence since he has started, so much that it was even noted by his teacher on his report card. Outstanding environment if you want to reinforce respect, helpful attitude, positivity and of course the sport itself.

I like the school because they have good coaches and I have made many new friends there. It also made me realize a new hobby that I really like.

This is a great school with a great coaching staff. The kids program is fantastic and I would highly recommend this gym to people of all ages.

The Professor and coaches do an amazing job teaching BJJ to my son and daughter. They are very patient and make learning real life defense fun. Thank you!

My 8 and 12 year old have been here for a year! They absolutely love it and have learned so much! All the instructors are very caring, professional and full of knowledge. Highly recommended!!

I have been going to Gracie Barra for over 2 years and absolutely love it. I would never think about quitting or going anywhere else. The coaching is outstanding and is extremely good fitness for anyone who wants to do it.

Great place to learn BJJ and have a lot of fun, everyone there is very nice and welcoming. The instructors know what they are talking about and you will learn something for sure. 5/5 would recommend to anyone young or old.

I tried Gracie Barra looking for a way to get a fun workout and discovered instead a gym of awesome, outgoing, and intelligent group of people looking to collectively better themselves and everyone who trains here. Over the course of the two months I've been attending classes so far, I've lost weight and gained muscle, mental fortitude, friends, and a ton of confidence, not to mention a good working knowledge of self-defense and sport jiu-jitsu techniques. There's a class every single night, so working it into my schedule has been fairly simple as well.

Needless to say, if you're considering checking out this gym or others, come on in and say hi; all of us are friendly, non-judgmental, and will help you to be a better person.

I've been training at Gracie Barra for a couple months now and that place is AWESOME!!! The people are so nice and patient to help me when I'm having trouble learning a new move. Everyone there is incredibly kind and all people are treated with respect. Professor Mike is an AMAZING teacher who really knows his stuff and all his students get taught really well. So if you are looking for a place to learn the art of self defense, Gracie Barra is the place to do it.

My cousin has been coming here and been trying to get me to come here and I finally brought my kids and they loved it. All the people were really nice and helped us out when we needed it. They are great people and we will definitely come back and bring as many people as we can.

Great staff; coach Amy is amazing with the kids. You can tell they put a lot of thought into the curriculum and it's not just an hour of rolling around and burning energy. I definitely recommend this school!

My son tried a class and loved it and we signed him up. I thought that I could stand to lose a few lbs and was tired of the gym scene and the treadmills. So I decided to try it as well. What a great decision that was! The training is well organized and will definitely put you through your paces. The coaches are outstanding and really want to see everyone improve. I would highly recommend checking them out if you have ever considered trying it. Once you try it you will find how helpful everyone is to helping you reach your goals.

Everything you would expect from an academy with the Gracie Barra name outside of it! The staff at Gracie Barra Jiu Jitsu are top notch when it comes to teaching students. The class sizes are growing but still small enough where if you need help, they are there to assist you and help you understand the move.

What a difference it's made for my 9 year olds confidence level. What he has learned and the enjoyment it brings him is amazing. I highly recommend!

Amazing school! The professor and coaches are invested in the kids and their future. This isn't your run of the mill MA school.

The instructors are wonderful and incredibly patient with the kids. My son and daughter love coming here and they have both learned so much in such a short time. Gracie Barra does an amazing job of teaching the kids defensive techniques and building their self confidence. I would highly recommend this place for even the shyest child.

Great instructors and atmosphere for any age or skill level.

Best school for the whole family. My boys have gone for over two years and it has helped them in so many ways, confidence, manners, work ethnic, and even in being better students.
I started out in the women's self defense class four months ago and loved it so much I started taking classes, l've lost 20 pounds and feel so much stronger and healthier 🙂

Best BJJ in this area hands down ! True professionals !

Very welcoming group of instructors. These are true martial artists that really care about the people they mentor and train.

This is an awesome place for people of all ages to learn discipline, respect and have fun doing it. My son is hooked and I love the positive energy you feel right when you walk in.

My daughter and I love going to this gym! She is learning self-defense and gaining more confidence. She learns something new in every class and the instructors are fantastic with the kids! I love the respect and discipline they teach, too!

The instructors are wonderful and incredibly patient with the kids. My son and daughter love coming here and they have both learned so much in such a short time. Gracie Barra does an amazing job of teaching the kids defensive techniques and building their self confidence. I would highly recommend this place for even the shyest child.

I would highly recommend this school to anyone! The staff always displays an exceptionally high level of professionalism, discipline, and provide world class instruction. The instructors promote an exceptional atmosphere that allows each student to reach their fullest potential, while respecting each person’s ability.

The kids’ classes are absolutely amazing and my son has enjoyed his time on the mats! His confidence, discipline, and fitness has improved tremendously. The curriculum keeps the kids engaged and eager to learn. He has been attending for about a year and still continues to learn! They also have family classes, as well!

Anyone who wants to learn self-defense, jui jitsu or looking for a different workout, then this is definitely the school for you! Check it out!

Best school for the whole family. My boys have gone for over two years and it has helped them in so many ways, confidence, manners, work ethnic, and even in being better students.
I started out in the women's self defense class four months ago and loved it so much I started taking classes, l've lost 20 pounds and feel so much stronger and healthier 🙂

Gracie Barra isnt just a place to go learn jiu jitsu its a team that acts more like a family when you hit the mats. All 3 of my children and I look forward to training each week, my children love the coaches and students so much they often ask to come on my class days just to hang out.