At Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Torrance, we’re committed to helping people of all ages and experience levels build confidence, strength, and real-world self-defense skills. Whether you’re stepping onto the mat for the first time or advancing through our proven self-defense programs, you’ll find expert instruction, a welcoming community, and a path to personal growth — all rooted in the authentic Gracie Jiu-Jitsu philosophy.
Gracie University Headquarters in Torrance, California is the home of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu. We are one of the world’s most respected Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academies — led by Ryron and Rener Gracie and built on generations of proven training philosophy. We believe Jiu-Jitsu is for everyone, and our mission is to create a safe, supportive environment where people of all backgrounds can discover the mental and physical benefits of this art. From kids learning confidence and discipline to adults mastering self-defense, we are proud to be part of each student’s personal journey.
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Gracie Jiu-Jitsu began with brothers Carlos and Hélio Gracie, who refined traditional Japanese jiu-jitsu into a self-defense system based on leverage and timing—rather than size or strength. Hélio, the smaller of the two, believed that jiu-jitsu should empower anyone to defend themselves, and his philosophy became the heart of the art.
In 1978, Hélio’s son, Rorion Gracie, brought this vision to the United States and established the original Gracie Academy in Torrance, CA. He was instrumental in launching the UFC, where his brother Royce Gracie demonstrated the effectiveness of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu on a global stage. Today, Hélio’s grandsons—Ryron and Rener Gracie—continue the family mission through Gracie University: preserving the art, making it accessible, and teaching self-defense to people of all ages and backgrounds.
Our mission honors Grandmaster Hélio Gracie’s legacy to deliver accessible, safety-first jiu-jitsu programs for every demographic—empowering individuals with technique, compassion, and confidence to protect themselves and uplift others.
Our vision is to create a safer world where every community has access to the life-changing art of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, taught through programs tailored to their unique safety needs.
Gracie University HQ in Torrance offers a state-of-the-art training environment designed for comfort, safety, and community. Our 6,000 sq. ft. mat space provides plenty of room for all levels of group training, alongside four private lesson rooms for personalized instruction. You’ll find modern locker rooms with showers and towel service, a fully stocked pro shop, and ample parking for your convenience.
Discover the confidence, community, and strength that comes with training at Gracie Jiu-Jitsu. Whether you’re new or experienced, our programs are designed to meet you where you are.
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