07/27/2026
Another amazing Instructor Certification Program at Gracie University. 🥋
Before becoming a Gracie University Certified Training Center, I was running a jiu-jitsu gym with no structured curriculum, no clear path for students, and I was barely making ends meet.
I still remember my dad giving me the reality check I needed: “You need to make something happen because right now, this is just a hobby.”
Thank God for gracieuniversityhq
Becoming a Certified Training Center completely changed the direction of our academy. We chose this path because our mission is simple: to provide the most effective self-defense on the planet to you, your children, and your families.
Gracie Combatives gives beginners the fastest path to street readiness through 36 essential self-defense techniques, and once students complete that program, we have advanced training ready for them to continue their journey.
Next up on my goal list: earning my Pink Belt so we can bring Women Empowered to Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Alameda and provide a safe, empowering self-defense program for the incredible women in our community. 💗
Thank you to Rener, Ryron, the entire Gracie University team, and all of the Certified Training Centers that continue to inspire me.
I’ll say it again: becoming a Gracie University Certified Training Center was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made for our academy. Until next year! 🤍🖤🥋