Adult Gi & No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu

Adult Jiu-Jitsu at Westchase

Adults and teens 14 and up train at Westchase in both the Gi and No-Gi. Classes are taught by a team of Gracie Barra and IBJJF-certified black-belt professors and coaches, so students learn from more than one experienced voice. Classes combine instruction, drilling and live rounds.

Start with Fundamentals, then add Advanced, No-Gi or Competition sessions as your coach says you’re ready. The schedule below shows the actual times for each track.

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What to expect in your first class

Tell us how much experience you have and whether you want to train in the Gi, No-Gi or both. We’ll help you choose the right first class and explain what to bring. Arrive 10 minutes early, and ask about loaner equipment when booking.

Find us at 2610 Fondren Road, Houston, TX 77063. Call (713) 977-7418 or request a free class below.

All times are Houston local time. View the full weekly schedule.

Also explore Women’s BJJ or Kids BJJ for ages 3–13.

Fundamentals · All levels

This is the class to choose if you’re new to BJJ or want the full technical base. Coaches work through the core positions, escapes, takedowns, submissions and self-defense details, then give you time to drill and spar. More experienced students use Fundamentals to sharpen the same details.

Morning: Monday–Friday, 6:30 AM
Midday: Monday–Thursday and Saturday, 12 PM
Evening: Monday–Thursday, 6:30 PM

Advanced BJJ

Advanced is for white belts with at least three stripes and higher belts. You’ll spend less time on the first explanation and more time linking techniques, solving positions and working through longer rounds. If you’re unsure whether you’re ready, ask a Westchase coach before class.

Monday–Wednesday, 7:30 PM

No-Gi BJJ · All levels

No-Gi puts the emphasis on wrestling entries, underhooks, body locks, front headlocks, guard passing and submissions. It’s open to all levels, whether you’re starting No-Gi or adding it to your Gi training.

Thursday, 7:30 PM · Friday, 6:30 PM

Competition BJJ

Monday and Wednesday, 9:30 AM · Blue-belt level

These are the competition-focused sessions on the schedule. Bring your belt, experience and event date when you talk with the coaching team so they can point you toward the right rules work, specific drills and live rounds.

Part of Westchase’s history

Gracie Barra Westchase has been part of Houston’s martial-arts community since 2010, when the academy opened in the Westchase area as a 3,000-square-foot Gracie Barra school. In 2011, the academy expanded by 2,500 square feet and added a dedicated martial-arts facility, bringing cardio kickboxing, Muay Thai, wrestling, capoeira and MMA into the training mix.

In summer 2016, the academy moved into a 10,000-square-foot location to support a growing Westchase community and its broader program offering. That history is the foundation for the adult Gi and No-Gi classes described here today.

Find us at 2610 Fondren Road, Houston, TX 77063. Call (713) 977-7418.

All class times are Houston local time. View the full weekly schedule.

Gi Jiu-Jitsu training at Westchase
No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu training at Westchase

Book your free class

Tell us about your experience and interest in Adult Gi & No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu. Our Westchase team will help arrange your first visit.

Certainly! Here’s a bio for NJHIC coach Laura Kolm:

Laura Kolm is a highly accomplished Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner and instructor, currently holding the rank of Purple Belt. With an impressive competition record, Laura has secured the title of 2-time World Champion, 2-time European Champion, and 2-time Pan American Champion. Her dedication and expertise in the sport have made her a respected figure in the BJJ community.

Currently, Laura serves as a dedicated instructor at Gracie Barra River Oaks and Gracie Barra Westchase, where she shares her knowledge and passion for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with her students. Known for her technical proficiency and competitive spirit, Laura is committed to helping her students develop their skills and achieve their full potential in the sport.

Off the mats, Laura is known for her humility and dedication to her craft, embodying the values of respect, perseverance, and sportsmanship. With her wealth of experience and success in the world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Laura Kolm continues to inspire and mentor the next generation of grapplers.