Our Vision, Mission & Values
One school in every community in the world.
Teach Jiu-Jitsu for Everyone.
Integrity · Development · Brotherhood
Meet Your Instructors
Every class is led by background-checked and certified black belt instructors who train daily and compete at the highest level.
Professor Augusto Rabelo
Born in Macapá, Brazil, Professor Augusto Rabelo brings over 16 years of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and more than 10 years competing at a high level. An accomplished IBJJF competitor known for his technical precision and relentless competitive spirit, Augusto specializes in the K-Guard system, blending modern competition technique with strong fundamentals. For him, Jiu-Jitsu is a path to discipline, confidence, and growth — on and off the mats.
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Professor Gabriela Machado
Professor Gabriela Machado is an accomplished Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt and competitor, bringing world-class technique and a passion for developing students of all levels — with a special focus on growing the women's and kids' programs.
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At GB Coppell, every class is led by certified, background-checked instructors. Whether you're 3 or 63, brand new or a competitor, our job is to meet you exactly where you are and help you grow — on the mat and off it.
- All classes taught by black belts.
- Background-checked, certified instructors.
- A welcoming, ego-free training culture.
The Lineage Behind the Art
From Japan to Brazil to Coppell — the gentle art was passed down through generations of masters.
Mitsuyo Maeda
Brought the gentle art to Brazil
Carlos Gracie Sr.
Maeda's first student
Hélio Gracie
Refined the art for all sizes
Rolls Gracie
True jiu-jitsu innovator
Carlos Gracie Jr.
Founder of Gracie Barra
Part of the Gracie Barra Network
Training at GB Coppell connects you to the largest Jiu-Jitsu team in the world — its official gear, its online classroom, and the global organization behind it all.
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The global Gracie Barra organization — 1,000+ schools across six continents, united by one method and three values.
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Official Gracie Barra kimonos, rashguards, and apparel — IBJJF-ready gear for training and competition.
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