Gracie Bullyproof® 2.0
Our goal is to instill unshakeable confidence in your child so they can overcome bullies without violence. Your child will learn to use verbal assertiveness to deter bullies and several non-violent self-defense techniques to stay safe if physically assaulted.
Prepare your child for life.
M/W 5p-6p
Every month in the United States, three million children miss school due to fear of bullies. We teach your child to use verbal assertiveness to deter bullies and non-violent self-defense techniques to stay safe.
Most importantly, we don’t teach how to punch or kick, since this often does more harm than good. Instead, we use leverage-based control holds to neutralize threats without violence.
New Parents: Please use the form at the bottom of the page to sign up for your Free Trial.
CTC Visitors: Friends from other CTCs, please email us at info@graciepdx.com so we can send you the CTC discount code and signup link.
Our School’s Commitments.
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Keep it Fun.
Learning BJJ takes time and we know the more you enjoy the journey, the more likely you are to continue and grow. If you aren’t having fun, you aren’t going to stick with it.
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Make it Safe.
No martial art is risk-free, but we strive to build a culture that prioritizes safety of all our training partners. If we can’t do a technique or submission safely, we shouldn’t be doing it.
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Always be Structured.
Rener and Ryron Gracie at Gracie University have pioneered curricula for every stage of your Brazilian Jiu-jitsu development. Whether you are brand new to BJJ or a Blue Belt and beyond, we have a well thought out program for you.
What Our Students Are Saying.
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“My first impression really made it easy for me to get my foot in the door and overcome my anxiety stepping into an unfamiliar environment. My first class I felt incredibly welcomed by all of the instructors and students. “
-Kara P.
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“Best place to go for your self defense development. Easy to learn from instructor. Really great small setting and class, I'm sure that won't last long so definitely book your sessions as soon as possible.”
-Yvonne W
Start your Free 10-Day Trial Now!
Try any of our programs on us for up to 10 calendar days*. Uniforms are provided free for your first class and then can be rented for $3 or purchased at a discount for members.
*Terms and Conditions: To be eligible for this offer, you must currently live in the Portland or Vancouver metro area and be new to the Gracie University system. One free trial per person. By submitting your info, you agree to receive automated marketing messages. Not a condition of any purchase. See our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Msg freq varies. Msg & Data rates may apply. Reply STOP to stop, HELP for help.
Our Process, Your Child’s Success.
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Step 1: Critical Confidence
Increased Awareness: We teach your child to know the difference between “joking” and “bullying” so they know when and how to act in each situation.
Unshakeable Confidence: A confident child is a Bullyproof child. Bullies seek “easy targets” – those who will not stand up to their abuse. We arm your child with the tools they need to overcome physical, verbal, and psychological harassment.
Total Responsibility: We prepare your child to deal with bullies without turning them into one. We emphasize discipline, responsibility, and respect throughout our kids martial arts program. We teach the 5 “Rules of Engagement” to make sure they never abuse their power.
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Step 2: Verbal Jiu-jitsu Training
One of the most pervasive and damaging forms of bullying is verbal harassment. Gracie Bullyproof is the kids’ jiu-jitsu program that makes “Verbal Jiu-Jitsu,” part of its regular curriculum.
We’ve devised a series of role-playing exercises to teach kids how to identify and manage the common scenarios associated with verbal harassment and bullying.
Gracie Bullyproof students are taught how to speak assertively when necessary, but they also learn how to use direct eye contact and confident posture to deter bullies from targeting them.
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Step 3: Push vs Pull Teaching
All the self-defense techniques are presented in the form of “jiu-jitsu” games so that kids are highly excited about learning them.
When a child makes a mistake, we don’t focus on the error. Instead, we emphasize what a child did correctly. Through positive reinforcement, we help the kids reach their full potential without jeopardizing their love for the art.
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“Amazing school! Highly recommend for anyone that wants to learn jujitsu in a safe environment without the pressure of egos. The instructors are VERY helpful and respectful - the students are willing to help and the culture reflects that.”
-Jay H.
The Gracie University Advantage.
Gracie Jiu-jitsu Portland is a Certified Training Center in the Gracie University system. On top of our live classes, all our students receive a free subscription to Gracie University Online. This gives you unlimited online access to the Gracie Bullyproof streaming instructional video library.
With GU Online you’ll be able to review past lessons, learn upcoming techniques, and prepare for future belt tests 24/7.
Common FAQs.
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Through our work, we have seen that confident kids make kinder kids. We teach children how to not only stand up to bullies for themselves, but how to stand up for others. Our Rules of Engagement teach children to avoid the fight if at all possible by first using their words, and then telling an adult.
When they do need to resort to physical self-defense, we do not teach children punches or kicks in the Gracie Bullyproof program, but rather, empowered by Brazilian Jiu-JItsu, to neutralize, defend, control, and negotiate if possible.
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We believe jiu-jitsu is for children of all skill levels and abilities. Your child belongs here.
Through our kids martial arts classes, we have seen our students improve co-ordination, balance, motor skills, focus and discipline. Plus, they make lots of great friends!
Our instructors are highly skilled in teaching martial arts to kids. It’s their PASSION!
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We encourage parents to watch their children ! We love parents getting involved! Even better… you can join in our martial arts classes for adults, and have yet another thing in common with your little one.
We love seeing the bond of families who train together!
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Upon arriving for your child’s first jiu-jitsu class, we will provide a uniform, called a gi, for them to wear. We recommend wearing comfortable undergarments or leggings, and a t-shirt or rashguard that they can wear under their gi.
Someone will be there to help you tie your child’s belt for the first time!
Start your Free 10-Day Trial Now!
Try any of our programs on us for up to 10 calendar days*. Uniforms are provided free for your first class and then can be rented for $3 or purchased at a discount for members.
*Terms and Conditions: To be eligible for this offer, you must currently live in the Portland or Vancouver metro area and be new to the Gracie University system. One free trial per person. By submitting your info, you agree to receive automated marketing messages. Not a condition of any purchase. See our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Msg freq varies. Msg & Data rates may apply. Reply STOP to stop, HELP for help.
“Always assume that your opponent is going to be bigger, stronger and faster than you; so that you learn to rely on technique, timing, and leverage rather than brute strength.”
— Grand Master Helio Gracie