Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Council Bluffs

08/21/2026

08/17/2026

We’re Proud to Support We Defy! 🥋

Gracie Jiu-Jitsu is proud to be a We Defy Foundation Approved Training Facility!

The We Defy Foundation provides combat veterans living with military-connected disabilities a long-term way to overcome challenges through Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Through its scholarship program, eligible veterans can receive 12 months of Jiu-Jitsu training at an approved facility, along with gis and additional support when approved.

For many veterans, Jiu-Jitsu offers much more than learning how to defend yourself. It provides community, physical and mental wellness, accountability, purpose, and a place to belong.

And we're honored to be one of the gyms where that journey can happen.

🎖️ Are you a combat veteran?

We encourage you to learn more about the We Defy Foundation, see if you qualify for its scholarship program, and come train with us!

Your next mission might just begin on the mat.


**The We Defy scholarship application is currently closed and is scheduled to reopen September 13, 2026 at 2 PM ET. Eligibility requirements apply.

08/13/2026

🥋🎉 Congratulations to Our July Adult Promotions! 🎉🥋

Consistency matters—and the time and dedication you put in on the mats does not go unnoticed.

Each of you has continued to show up, put in the work, develop your skills, and make progress. That effort shows! 💪

Congratulations to all of our adult students who earned new stripes in July! Every stripe represents another step forward in your Jiu-Jitsu journey and is a reminder that progress comes from continuing to put in the work.

Keep training. Keep learning. Keep growing.

Congratulations—you earned it! 👏🥋

07/23/2026

At Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, a new belt isn't earned simply by putting in time. It's earned by consistently demonstrating the values and skills that define our academy.

We look for technical skill development, the ability to apply those skills, respect toward instructors and training partners, a positive attitude, and a commitment to continual improvement.

Every stripe and every belt represents hard work, perseverance, and character. That's what makes each promotion meaningful—and why wearing your belt is something to be proud of.

Belts aren't given. They're earned.

07/17/2026

🎉🎮 Game Day = Fun Day! 🎮🎉

What a fantastic day celebrating our students' hard work!

Congratulations to all of the kids who earned their Respect Badge and qualified for Game Day. Your effort didn't stop when class ended—you put in the work at home, practiced the character lesson, and showed what respect looks like both on and off the mats.

We're proud of each and every one of you for setting goals, working hard, and earning your spot at today's celebration.

Keep up the great work, and remember... the next badge starts now! 💪🥋

Way to go, everyone! 👏

07/10/2026

In Jiu-Jitsu, your grip is often the difference between controlling the position and losing it.

A strong, well-placed grip allows you to:
✅ Control your opponent's movement
✅ Break their posture and balance
✅ Set up sweeps and submissions
✅ Conserve energy by using technique instead of strength

But grip strength is only part of the equation. Knowing where to grip and when to adjust your grips is what transforms good Jiu-Jitsu into great Jiu-Jitsu.

The smallest details often make the biggest difference. That's why we spend so much time in class drilling the fundamentals—because the basics are what win matches and help you stay in control.

Grip with purpose. Train with intention. Master the fundamentals.

💪🥋

07/07/2026

🥋🎉 June Adult Promotions! 🎉🥋

What a month!

A huge congratulations to the 11 adult students who earned promotions during the month of June! Whether you earned a new stripe or a new belt, your achievement is a reflection of the time, consistency, and effort you've invested in your training.

Your progress on the mat shows. Every class attended, every challenge overcome, and every round rolled has helped you become a better version of yourself.

We're proud of everything you've accomplished.

Please join us in congratulating all of our June adult promotions! 👏💪

Keep showing up. Keep improving. Keep earning it.