Gracie Charlottesville is Central Virginia's premier Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu self-defense academy offering a safe and comfortable environment for learning.

Gracie Charlottesville is the area’s premier Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu self-defense academy. We offer traditional Gracie Jiu-Jitsu instruction with a heavy emphasis on self-defense, grappling, and ground submissions. Our academy is friendly and accepting of all people who want to learn in a safe and comfortable environment. Our ownership team is comprised of 3 Pedro Sauer Black Belt Jiu-Jitsu instructors (Brent Lillard, Adam Deane, and Shaun Kennedy) and a Division-1 wrestling star from West Virginia University, Christian Chirico. Together we have over 50 years of grappling experience and we are eager to share our knowledge with everyone who walks in the door. All styles/affiliations/patches are welcome at any time.