Raleigh’s choice for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
IronGrip Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Become the best version of yourself both mentally and physically in our dynamic environment.
Whether it’s your first time stepping on the mat or you’re bringing your belt with you, IronGrip Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is here to help you succeed. We teach you the techniques and skills to become the most effective martial artist on the mat.
At IronGrip, we meet you where you’re at by providing hands-on coaching for all levels and skill sets. You’ll learn from some of the best Jiu-Jitsu instructors in a welcoming, supportive environment where you can excel with your personal goals.
World-class Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for kids and adults
Located in Raleigh, we have an infectious passion for jiu jitsu and will instruct you to become well-trained in one of the world's fastest-growing sports
Whether you want to challenge yourself physically or become a world champion
IronGrip can get you there.
We firmly believe that this form of martial arts can change your life for the better and help you show up as your most authentic self—without fear.
We collectively support you on this journey to develop courage, strength, and mental fortitude while you discover new limits for yourself — and then go further.
IronGrip Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is about you accomplishing what you set out to do when you commit to yourself. It’s about surrounding yourself with a supportive community where you can pursue fitness, train hard, and dream big.
Begin your journey today.
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for every body.
Committed to helping children of all backgrounds and abilities learn how to defend themselves against bullies and intimidation, and face life with confidence in everything they do.
We offer authentic Jiu Jitsu Gi and No-Gi classes that focus on technique, real-world self-defense, a great workout, and building a strong community.
“If you want to learn Brazilian Jiujitsu from a master, you need to train at Iron Grip. Glayton is enthusiastic, dedicated, and extremely knowledgeable. He ensures that your training partners are polite, helpful, and stay on task.
Try Iron Grip before you try anything else
When we say community first, we mean it. Our community here is like no other with students supporting each other in and out of the gym. It's a community of camaraderie, of people having your back and yet pushing you further both physically and mentally.
Community
We’re founded on authentic Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Our founder is a black belt with incredible attention to detail who still gets on the mat with our students every day. He’s determined to make every new student feel welcomed and has advanced skills to take you to the next level.
Expert Guidance
Jiu-Jitsu is one of the best forms of self-defense for men, women, and children to learn to feel confident in daily life. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is one of the most reliable and effective systems of self-defense by knowing how to overcome and takedown an opponent who may be bigger, stronger, or faster than you.
Practical Self-Defense
Jiu Jitsu is therapeutic for many. The sport increases concentration, self-discipline, and patience in and outside the gym. It also helps you foster a positive mindset and allows you to heal yourself which is the key to helping others grow.
Mental Health & Life Skills
With face-paced moves on the mat, you’ll feel stronger than ever. Jiu Jitsu has incredible benefits to your overall health as it’s a full-body workout that increases your flexibility, strength, reflexes, situational awareness, and helps you lose weight.
Strength & Cardio
Confidence is one of the key takeaways from our members. Jiu Jitsu empowers you with the self-esteem and self-assurance you need to walk through life with. It’s not about being cocky, it’s about embracing the positive skills and qualities you’ve learned in the gym no matter what life throws at you.
Confidence
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu will change your life.
It helps you push yourself further, heal your mind and body, and works you out in a therapeutic and primal way.
It will challenge you, keep you on your toes, and ultimately, allow you to discover how strong you truly are.