Gracie Barra Herriman
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu School & Self-Defense

A Gift from the Gracie Family to the World: Jiu-Jitsu as We Know It

The roots of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu are grounded in family, creativity, and transformation. It all started with Carlos Gracie, who was taught Jiu-Jitsu from the Japanese master Mitsuyo Maeda. Later Carlos and his brothers customized the techniques to match their own strengths, focusing on strategy, leverage, and submissions to overcome size and power. What they built became the foundation of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, also well-known as Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, a style that reshaped self-defense and helped people of all body types feel confident and capable. Today, at Gracie Barra Herriman, we carry on that tradition by sharing this powerful and life changing martial art with our local community and surronding.

Gracie Barra's Philosophy

At Gracie Barra, we believe that Jiu-Jitsu is for everyone, regardless of age, background, or fitness level. That’s why our Jiu-Jitsu classes are structured to support complete beginners, experienced students, and everyone in between. Even if you’ve never tried martial arts before, you’ll find a welcoming place to start here.

Our Jiu-Jitsu programs are built on the teaching methods developed by Grand Master Carlos Gracie Jr. over the last 40 years, with a focus on discipline, respect, consistency, and personal growth. Every Jiu-Jitsu class follows a standardized curriculum that ensures students across all Gracie Barra schools receive high-quality instruction in a safe and organized environment.

We offer specific programs tailored to different needs and life stages:

Kids Jiu-Jitsu – Designed to help children develop coordination, confidence, focus, and respect for others while having fun in structured, age-appropriate classes.

Jiu-Jitsu for Women – A comfortable space where women can learn practical self-defense, improve fitness, and train with supportive teammates.

Jiu-Jitsu for Adults – Ideal for staying active and getting fit, reducing stress, and gaining self-defense skills in a motivating and respectful setting.

All of our Jiu-Jitsu classes are led by trained, certified instructors who are here to guide you step by step through your Jiu-Jitsu journey. We follow a clear class format: warm-up, technical drills, partner practice, and live training, so you always know what to expect and how to progress.

No matter your goal, whether it’s to get fit, general health, boost focus and confidence, or you just want to be part of a community, Gracie Barra Herriman offers a place for you to grow and learn through the art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

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We are proud to be chosen by families not only from Herriman, but also from Bluffdale, and South Jordan as their favorite Jiu-Jitsu gym.

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Why You Should Train Brazilian Jiu Jitsu?

Strength & Energy

Focus & Resilience

High Value Community

Real Reviews from Our Jiu-Jitsu Students in Herriman

If you’re looking for a Jiu Jitsu school near you in Herriman, see what our students have to say about the jiu jitsu classes at Gracie Barra Herriman.
From beginners to advanced practitioners, our community speaks for itself, check out the reviews below!

      EXCELLENT  
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   keith sharp 
 December 21, 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great sport for making friends and self confidence.   This is definitely the place for you!  The staff is second to none!   Good people for sure.
  
 
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   Paola Sandoval 
 December 21, 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great place! Highly recommend!
  
 
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   Mateus Couto de Andrade 
 December 21, 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Gracie Barra Herriman is a great place to train. The instructors are knowledgeable and supportive, and the environment is welcoming and respectful. Classes are well structured and focused on both technique and personal growth. Highly recommend for anyone looking to train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in a positive community.
  
 
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   Filipe Queiroz 
 December 21, 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I am absolutely thrilled about the opening of Gracie Barra Herriman! This isn’t just another Jiu-Jitsu school— Gracie Barra is the largest and most trusted global Jiu-Jitsu family in the world.

Having trained with my family for about a year and a half, I can personally attest to the amazing transformation. I've noticed my son has developed significantly greater focus, discipline, and respect—he's learned far more than just martial arts techniques. For me, it's a wonderful way to get consistent exercise and quality physical activity that we can enjoy and practice together as a family.

The team of professors here is truly outstanding, consistently instilling confidence, discipline, and crucial mental focus in every student. The Jiu-Jitsu taught at Gracie Barra is a practical and highly effective self-defense system, empowering kids and adults to use leverage and strategy to escape difficult situations. More importantly, the mental toughness and strategic problem-solving skills we develop on the mats apply directly to overcoming challenges in daily life, school, and work.

Highly recommend this academy!
  
 
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   Jennifer Ferrer 
 December 21, 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have been a member of Gracie Barra for about a year and a half. I am a blue belt. With my experience I have had nothing but a positive experience. My training partner are my best friends,  we support each other on and off the mats, and in tournament. ALL the professors are caring but hold a strong standard of Gracie Barra traditions and they simply love Jiu-jitsu. You can see it in the way they teach and speak about Jiu-jitsu. They will take care of you.
We are family in jiu-jitsu. We have picnics, we went on hikes, we played at a lake. We celebrate wedding and baby shows and birthday's.
When it comes down to it Gracie Barra is a outstanding place to learn self-defense, self worth, self improvement, self love with a little hint of Brazilian traditions.
  
 
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   Karliene Araujo 
 December 21, 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excelente equipo
  
 
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   Daniela Ribeiro 
 December 20, 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Brand new school. Another amazing Gracie Barra! Come to check it out! I recommend it!
  
 
  
  
 
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GRANDMASTER CARLOS GRACIE SR.
12 COMMANDMENTS

To be so strong that nothing can disturb your peace of mind.
Give all your friends the feeling that they are valuable.
Think always in the best, work solely for the best and expect always the best.
Forget about past mistakes and concentrate your energies on the victories ahead.
Spend all the time you need in perfecting yourself, but leave no time to criticize the others.
Always have a positive opinion about yourself and tell it to the world, not through words of vanity but through benevolence.

Speak to every one of happiness, health and prosperity.
Always look at events from a positive point of view, and turn positive into a reality in life.
Always be as enthusiastic about the success of others as you are about your own.
Always keep your fellow men joyful and have a pleasant attitude to all that address you.
Become too big to feel unrest, too noble to feel anger, too strong to feel fear and too happy to tumble in adversity.
Have the strong belief that the world is beside you if you keep true to what is best within you.

Meet Gracie Barra Herriman's Jiu-Jitsu Instructors

Prof. Seidler Rodrigo Ziser

FOUNDER AND PROFESSOR, BLACK BELT, 3rd DEGREE

As the Head Professor of Gracie Barra Herriman, Professor Seidler Rodrigo Ziser brings years of experience, passion, and leadership to every class. Known for his calm presence and sharp technique, Prof. Seidler Rodrigo is deeply committed to helping students not only master Jiu-Jitsu but also grow as individuals.

With a teaching style that’s both structured and welcoming, he creates a space where kids, teens, and adults feel supported, whether they’re stepping on the mat for the first time or preparing for competition. His goal is simple: to guide every student to their best self through the discipline, respect, and community found in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

A Local Family, A Global Family

At Gracie Barra, you’re not just joining a Jiu-Jitsu gym, you’re becoming part of a global community with over 1,000 schools worldwide.

Our martial arts classes combine high-level Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training with a strong focus on physical fitness, mental resilience, and personal growth. You’ll break a sweat, learn real self-defense, and connect with supportive teammates who encourage you to do your best.

Whether you’re training Jiu-Jitsu to get in shape, manage stress, or pursue athletic goals, you’ll be part of something bigger, a worldwide community. So keep your kimono close, because wherever life takes you, there’s always a Gracie Barra school nearby.

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