Gracie Jiu-jitsu Fourways

Stay humble. Practice the art, enjoy the sport and keep it respectful.

1 November 2026.

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Meet the Bloem's.

Mom and Dad realised that the best time to build a childs conference to set boundaries, either verbally or physically, is to start their daughter in our Gracie BullyProof® program when she is young.

We emphasize that parents should introduce their children to Jiu-Jitsu through play rather than force, making fun the primary hook to build lifelong love for the art.

Prioritise fun over technique early on:
Between 3 and 6 years old we do not formally teach them techniques until they are 6 years old. Instead, we introduced "Gracie Games" to build a physical connection and love for the mat. Think of it as the movements required to have mastered before they learn the real techniques.

Avoid pushing too hard:
We also warn that pushing children into strict, aggressive training too early is the number one reason kids quit martial arts. Keep it playful.

Focus on positive reinforcement:
When a child makes a mistake, parents and coaches should emphasize the correctly executed aspects of the move rather than focusing on the error.

Build a parent-child bond: Practising playful jiu-jitsu elements together builds a deep, physical, and emotional connection between parents and children. With our online training platform, Gracie University, we teach parents how to practice the techniques at home with their children.

If you want to give your children unshakeable confidence, book your child's first class today.

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Busted!
We told you that we will catch him.

2.0 coming soon.

Michael is up to something for sure!
Any ideas?

Women step onto our mat for all kinds of reasons 💗🥋

For some, it’s wanting to feel safer. For others, it’s confidence, getting through something difficult, trying something new, or simply doing something for themselves.

That’s what we love about Women Empowered. Every woman arrives with her own story, but once you step onto the mat, you’re part of something bigger.

This Women’s Month, we want to encourage more women to give it a try ✨

No experience needed. No pressure. Just come as you are.

Type "Now" in the comments below and we will send you a link to start with a 10-day free trial at Gracie Fourways and see what getting on the mat can do for you.

Meet the Seopela family.
One of many families that share the mats at Gracie Jiu-jitsu Fourways.

Building Unbreakable Bonds: Families that train together breaks down normal generational barriers. When parents and children share the mutual vulnerability of learning and practicing techniques, it creates a unique level of mutual trust and respect.

Comment "Family" and we can send details on how to book a free trial to our various programs.

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I am BullyProof.

Our goal is to instill your child with unshakable confidence so they can overcome bullies without violence. Due to the non-violent nature of the techniques, the Gracie Bullyproof program is one of the few effective counter-measures to bullying for children between the ages of 3 and 12.

Visit our website to book a free trial to our age appropriate classes where we will teach your child to use verbal assertiveness to deter bullies and several non-violent self-defense techniques to stay safe if physically assaulted.

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Our culture at Gracie Jiu-jitsu Fourways.

We have a strong and purposeful identity that built on community, collaboration and safety. Gracie Jiu-jitsu Fourways is focused on uplifting and challenging students in a fun and friendly environment.

We are your the third space that you have been looking for.

Click on like below book a 10 day free trial to one of our programs.

www.graciefourways.co.za

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