Gracie Barra Broadbeach

I can't say enough good things about Gracie Barra Broadbeach! From the moment I joined, I felt like part of a family. Professor Ruffo is not only highly skilled but also genuinely care about each student’s progress and well-being. The atmosphere here is incredibly welcoming, and it’s clear that the focus is not just on teaching Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu but also on building a supportive community together. Whether you're a beginner or experienced, everyone is treated with respect, and there’s always a sense of camaraderie. It's like being part of something much bigger than just a gym – it’s a true community. I’ve made lifelong friends here, and it's been amazing watching everyone, including myself, grow both on and off the mat. One of the standout aspects of Gracie Barra Broadbeach, for me, is the incredible female group. The women here are dedicated to supporting each other, both on and off the mats. There’s a true sense of love and support, and it's empowering to be surrounded by strong, like-minded individuals who help each other grow, celebrate each other’s successes, and encourage one another through challenges and hard training. It’s inspiring to see how the group continues to thrive and push each other to be better every day. If you're looking for a place where you can improve your Jiu-Jitsu and also feel like you're part of a caring, inclusive family, Gracie Barra Broadbeach is the place to be!

Since joining in November of 2024 it has been a roller coaster of emotions never thought I’d end up doing a martial art as it was way way out of my comfort zone as I’ve always been a bigger guy a bit clumsy, But Professor Ruffo and every one else at the gym has made me feel welcome since day one the environment that has been created makes me feel like I’m with my family,

I had a short but awesome time at GB Broadbeach! The whole team was amazing—super friendly and always pushing you to improve. The coaches really cared about your well-being and were always giving helpful feedback. Big shoutout to Professor João Ruffo it was so cool to train with such a great coach and even better person. Totally recommend this crew!

These guys are the best at what they do. I’ve found a family, a brotherhood. Every training session is a new discovery! There is not one day that I think: “I’m not going today”. If I could, I would come everyday! Every graduated student and professor João RUFFO do their very best to teach us in a way I’ve never seen before!

Great gym, great community, highly recommend and you’d be silly to go anywhere else.

Popped in for the open mat today, the fellahs are very welcoming and practice high calibre BJJ a credit to Professor João.

Training under Professor Joao Ruffo at Gracie Barra Broadbeach has been life changing for me, It has helped me in every way with life outside the gym. The people I have met at GB Broadbeach are the best people I have met in my life and have now become my closest friends. I couldn’t recommend joining GB Broadbeach enough, you will be welcomed with open arms and it will be a positive impact on your life.

The best bjj gym on the Gold Coast in my opinion. The staff are very welcoming and friendly. Excellent training sessions, amazing environment and convenient location. 100% recommended

We joined Gracie Barra Broadbeach a few months ago, and my son immediately loved it. What stood out to us about GBB is how welcoming Rufus and the team are, fostering a culture of inclusiveness among the kids. The instructors focus not only on teaching self-defense techniques but also on instilling discipline and values that the children can carry into their daily lives. We are truly grateful for the safe and supportive environment GBB has provided for our son’s Jujitsu journey.

I've only trained at Gracie Barra Broadbeach for a short amount of time but I've felt very comfortable with how welcoming everyone is. Training is a mix of challenging and fun which keeps me wanting to come back.