If your reading this then you have Googled why Gracie Jiu Jitsu is the best form of self defense, and reading the other reviews demonstrates Professor Brian Oleary is the real deal. The only thing left is to walk in the door and let the adventure begin! See you soon.

Brian is an excellent professor, and helps to make sure everyone understands everything. I have a background in wrestling which drew me to Jiu Jitsu, but I think everyone from beginners to those looking to get back into the sport would enjoy training here.

The instruction is excellent, plenty of convenient class times to accommodate anyone’s work/school schedules, great location, and nobody in the class has an ego. It’s a great group of guys/ladies, and I’m very happy I found this gym!

I started at Gracie Sarasota in January with no background in martial arts. It’s an awesome place to learn and challenge yourself with an incredible instructor and a great group of people. Brian is knowledgeable, patient, and incredibly talented. He is able to deconstruct the art form and methodically teach it to all levels. It’s been a great experience that I’m so glad to be a part of.

I love Gracie Jiu Jitsu. I started right before covid and it is one of the best decisions Ive ever made. Professor Brian is a skilled teacher and black belt. Cant wait to get back to training. If your looking to learn a martial art and/or learn how to defend yourself then youve found the right place. Everyone I met in class are friendly and are as eager to learn as myself.

Amazing instructor and great group of people!

Professor Brian gives you a place to grow. He is detail oriented and is great at managing this school. With him guiding my path I belief I’ve found deeper understanding and a more efficient approach to BJJ and not just Jiu jit su but to LIFE. This will teach you to be calm, and effective in terribly difficult situations not only during the roll but through difficulties in life. Embrace the difficulties and progress with us. We have a great group and we’re always ready to help people out that are seeking what we did and are still seeking self growth. Thanks for reading and come meet the group!

Brian is a good coach, don’t be intimidated coming to this gym, there’s something for everyone. The players are a good group of smart people. Enjoy your roll.

Great place to start or continue Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Friendly and safe gym culture. Professor OLeary is very knowledgeable and makes Jiu Jitsu simple.

Gracie jiu jitsu and professor OLeary are the real deal! I have fun every time I go. Plenty of opportunities to learn, ask questions, and then put it all into practice. Awesome community to roll around with too. I gave Brian a call about 1.5 years ago, never regretted it for a moment.

Awesome group thats friendly and trains hard. Highly rec.

Brian O’Leary is the best jiu jitsu teacher representing Gracie in the area. I started learning from him 6-7 months ago as a completely raw beginner with no martial arts experience. It is amazing how much fitness I’ve gained, and useful self defense I’ve learned, from Brian in that time. I would encourage anyone who has ever considered learning good jiu jitsu and/or anyone who just wants to feel more confident and safe to check out Brian’s program in Sarasota.

Amazing instructor, great group.