GB1 – Fundamentals
Adults & teens 15+The all-levels adult class, including people beginning from zero.
Adult Jiu-Jitsu · Brandon
Start from zero. Build from there.
GB1 is Brandon’s all-levels entry point. Experienced students can ask Professor Vand whether GB2 is the appropriate placement.
Book a free classThe adult path
Fundamentals, advanced, and women’s training
GB2 – Advanced
AdultsFor adults who have earned three stripes on their white belt.
GBF – Women’s Self-Defense
WomenA Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and self-defense program for women.
Who leads the academy
Professor Vand
Professor Vanderlei “Vand” Habermann is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt under Master Vinicius “Draculino” Magalhães. He is also the owner of Gracie Barra Leme in São Paulo, Brazil, and the academy states that he has guided many students to their black belts.
Meet the head instructor → Before your first visit
What adults ask first
Only details currently published by the academy are stated here.
Which class is for a complete beginner?
GB1 Fundamentals is the academy’s published all-levels starting point. Tell the academy it is your first class so they can confirm the right current time.
What if I have trained before?
Share your rank and experience with Professor Vand. GB2 is published for adults with three stripes on their white belt and above.
Is there a women’s program?
Yes. Gracie Barra Brandon publishes GBF, a dedicated women’s Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and self-defense program, on Fridays at 7:30 PM with Coach Luiza.
Free trial class
Ready to get started?
Tell us who the class is for. We will confirm the right starting point and a class time before you visit.
Would rather talk first? (813) 385-1856 · info@graciebarrabrandon.com