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Recommended by some of the Jiu Jitsu elite’s of the world!

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If you have already done your free trial and are ready to embark on the best journey of your life, click ‘Join The Team’.

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At Gracie Barra Bath, we are more than just a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy – we are a community of dedicated individuals who share a passion for personal growth, self-discovery, and the art of Jiu-Jitsu.

Founded with a vision to empower and transform lives, our academy is built on the principles of respect, discipline, and continuous improvement.

Gracie Barra Bath Academies is a prestigious network of schools, founded and led by Professor Salvo, a 3rd Degree Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with over 30 years of experience in the art.

Professor Salvo began his journey in Jiu-Jitsu in 1993 and opened his first academy in Sicily in 2004. Since then, he has promoted over 30 Black Belts and has been a sought-after instructor, teaching seminars across the globe in locations such as South America, North America, Serbia, Belgium, Italy, Thailand, and many more.

Under his leadership, Professor Salvo was entrusted by Master Carlos Gracie Jr. and Professor Victor Estima, the Gracie Barra European Director, to lead Gracie Barra South West. This speaks to his high standing within the Gracie Barra community and his commitment to upholding its values and excellence.

Professor Salvo has not only taught but also competed at the highest levels of Jiu-Jitsu. His accolades include:

  • World Cup Champion (2006, Blue Belt)

  • Grapplers Quest Black Belt Champion (Las Vegas, 2010)

  • Two-Time British Champion (2005, Blue Belt & Absolute Champion)

  • NAGA European Champion (2010, Masters Gi Black Belt and 2014, No-Gi Elite).

At Gracie Barra Bath Academies, we pride ourselves on developing champions, but our focus goes beyond just competition. While we certainly produce top-tier athletes, we are equally committed to the health, confidence, and self-defense of every individual who walks through our doors. Whether you're looking to get in shape, boost your self-esteem, or learn practical self-defense skills for everyday life, our classes cater to all levels of experience and goals.

Professor Salvo and his team’s unique ability to adapt their teaching style to a wide range of personalities and skill levels ensures that every student, from beginners to experienced martial artists, benefits from world-class instruction. Our focus on holistic development means that you not only become proficient in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu but also gain improved physical health, mental toughness, and the confidence to face any challenge.

Join us at Gracie Barra Bath Academies, where a proven champion and his team lead by example, and where excellence, health, and self-improvement are the foundation of our teachings.

Professor Salvatore (Salvo) is a World Cup Champion (2006 Blue), Grapplers Quest Black Belt Champion - Las Vegas (2010), 2 x British Champion (2005, Blue and absolute), NAGA European Champion (2010 Masters Gi Black Belt and 2014 No Gi Elite)

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OUR ACADEMIES

Gracie Barra is one of the most trusted names in martial arts today. Our values, commitment to excellence and dedication to Jiu-Jitsu have set us apart as a leader in the South West martial arts community.

Gracie Barra is no ordinary martial arts organisation. Students enjoy access to over 1010, Gracie Barra Schools worldwide, professional-quality Jiu-Jitsu equipment and online resources to further their training. Dozens of which were led by Professor Salvo internationally.

We promote a holistic perspective of Jiu-Jitsu, including physical and mental wellness.

Our GB Schools in Bath (the South West Headquarters of Gracie Barra) and Paulton, are all supervised by Gracie Barra certified instructors, who support students and help each one achieve their potential through challenging training programs.

BATH // PAULTON

HOW DO I START?

Start today! - The first step is booking your free trial and that couldn’t be easier with Gracie Barra Bath Academies.

You get a free trial week and most people choose to take 2 x GB1 Sessions which are beginner sessions.

When you click book now, you will be able to book a selection of dates and times for GB1 sessions.

Book your session and a member of our team will be notified, as well as the instructor at your session.

We will loan you a Gi for the session, please arrive 10 minutes prior to the session starting.

I started my BJJ journey here at Gracie Barra Bath about six months ago and am completely hooked. A big part of this is the expertise and teaching styles of Salvatore and the team, which is absolutely world-class. But equally as important is the sense of community they have fostered - there is no ego, everyone is kind and supportive, and it’s easy to make new friends almost every week. If you’re new to BJJ, I would wholly recommend coming to a taster session and finding out how enriching it can be to your life.

-TJ Waterfall

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