Short answer: No—Bend currently has no official Gracie Barra academy. If you searched “Gracie Barra Bend Oregon” or “Gracie Barra near me” and landed here, that’s why Google served this page.
Visiting Gracie Barra Students – You’re Welcome at SBG Bend
Traveling through Central Oregon with your red-shield gi in tow? Bring it! SBG Bend welcomes Gracie Barra members. Wear your own gi, keep your team patches—no politics, just good rolls.
- Drop-in friendly: email hello@sbgbend.com or call 541-697-4440.
- Structured curriculum: classes follow our SBG syllabus—comparable in organization to Gracie Barra’s program.
- Multi-discipline option: many students cross-train in Muay Thai & MMA alongside BJJ.
How We Compare
Both teams prize fundamentals, clean technique, and a supportive culture. We differ mainly in scope:
- Curriculum: GB uses set stripes/weekly lesson plans; SBG runs a principle-based system (Base-Posture-Connection) delivered through a myriad of SBG learning systems.
- Striking Integration: SBG Bend students can train Muay Thai or MMA classes at the gym.
- Competition Cross-Pollination: we meet Gracie Barra competitors often at IBJJF and AGF events—always respectful, always tough.
Keep Your Jiu-Jitsu Momentum on the Road
Stopping training while traveling stalls progress—and lets vacation calories sneak in. A drop-in at SBG Bend keeps your timing sharp, introduces new training partners, and gives you a taste of Central Oregon’s tight-knit BJJ scene.
So, while there isn’t a “Gracie Barra Bend,” there is a welcoming mat just minutes away. Reach out, drop in, and experience the One Tribe, One Vibe atmosphere.
