GRACIE BARRA HIGHLAND VILLAGE
GRACIE BARRA HIGHLAND VILLAGE
GRACIE BARRA HIGHLAND VILLAGE
Jiu-Jitsu isn’t just fighting. It’s strategy, discipline and growth. If you’re looking for more than just a workout, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is the key to transforming both your body and mind.
Unshakeable confidence: learn to protect yourself and command respect in any situation.
Elite-level fitness: boost your strength, stamina, flexibility, and explosive power.
Champion mindset: Get laser-focused, stay patient, and build the resilience to crush any challenge.
Lethal techniques without brute force: Jiu-Jitsu shows you how to beat bigger opponents using only smarts and strategy.
A community that lifts you up: No more training alone or without support—here, you grow with a team that challenges you every single day.
Train with the best: our method is world-famous for building champions. Gracie Barra is a global family of Jiu-Jitsu instructors, students, and athletes—with over 1000+ schools spread across six continents.
Real support: No more training in the dark—our instructors give you steady feedback to keep you progressing.
For every level: whether you're just starting out or already advanced, you'll get a training plan that really fits where you're at.
Top-tier facilities: safe, clean, and fully equipped for high-performance training.
Discipline, respect, and a winning mindset: here, you're not just learning Jiu-Jitsu—you’re learning how to become the best version of yourself.
Book your FREE trial class now and see what training at Gracie Barra Highland Valley is all about.
Get challenged, feel the progress, and discover Jiu-Jitsu the way it’s meant to be!
Empowering all with Women's self-defense, Kid's fun classes (ages 3-15), Adults Fundamentals for beginners, and Advanced techniques for experienced practitioners. Join us for growth and camaraderie on the mat!
First in line, Mitsuyo Maeda, the Japanese with unparalleled skill, brought the gentle art to Brazil.
Next, Carlos Gracie Sr., Maeda’s first student and the first Gracie to ever learn Jiu-Jitsu.
Third, Hélio Gracie, Carlos’ brother and the best Gracie fighter of his time.
Fourth, Rolls Gracie, is a true jiu-jitsu innovator and champion of Brazilian jiu jitsu philosophy.
And finally, Carlos Gracie, Jr., the founder of Gracie Barra and the visionary of the JIU-JITSU FOR EVERYONE® project. It’s our tradition of recollecting the lives of great Masters and practitioners, both as a mark of gratitude and appreciation and as a source of inspiration from which we may still learn.
"Count Koma"
Black Belt Lineage - Head Instructor
My Jiu-Jitsu journey began in Indaiatuba, Brazil, under Professor Rodrigo Farol. I later taught kids and adults at Gracie Barra North Phoenix — home of GB North America, GB Online, and GB Events — and helped edit official GB curriculum and instructor training videos used worldwide.
In Tyler, TX, I launched the city’s first women-only GBF class, creating a safe and empowering space for women on the mats.
Today, I serve as Head Coach at Gracie Barra Tyler and lead our expansion across the Dallas–Fort Worth region, including the opening of Gracie Barra Highland Village.
I’m proudly under Professor Flavio Almeida, one of the first students of GB’s original school in Barra da Tijuca, Brazil. He helped Master Carlos Gracie Jr. bring Jiu-Jitsu to North America and Canada, shaping the movement we carry on today.
Black Belt Lineage - Head Instructor
Gabriel Arges began his martial arts journey in Belo Horizonte, Brazil, starting with Muay Thai at age 14 before transitioning to Jiu-Jitsu. He earned his black belt under Professor Romulo Barral, one of the most respected figures in the sport, and quickly rose to prominence for his precise guard and calm under pressure.
A 3x IBJJF World Champion, Arges also holds major titles like the Pan Ams, European Open, and Abu Dhabi World Pro. Beyond competition, he’s committed to teaching and mentoring students through seminars, instructional content, and daily leadership on the mats.
He is the owner of Gracie Barra Thousand Oaks in California and Gracie Barra Frisco in Texas — where he builds strong communities through Jiu-Jitsu, discipline, and respect.
Today, Professor Arges continues to inspire the next generation, balancing world-class technique with the values and mindset that define a true martial artist.
Don’t miss this opportunity to explore the world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at Gracie Barra.
We welcome you to join us for a complimentary trial class to experience the magic of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu firsthand.
Regardless of your age, fitness level, or previous experience, we are confident you’ll find your place in our close-knit community.
ADDRESS
200 Marketplace Ln, Suite 205, Highland Village, TX, United States, Texas
PHONE
+1 972-521-7676