Gracie Humaita South County
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in St. Louis – Good People, Great Jiu-Jitsu
Welcome to Our
BJJ Academy
Welcome to Gracie Humaita South County! Our St. Louis Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy is a place anyone can come into and learn new skills, meet new people, and have a good time away from the stresses of the outside world. You can join us for competition, self-defense, character development, or fitness reasons and be set up to succeed. The confidence, problem-solving skills, and overall growth you’ll gain can change your life. We invite you to join us and feel at home!
Lock In Our Founding Member Rate!
Sign up for our limited-time offer while you can—be one of the first 50 members and get a special monthly rate plus a gi and rash guard.
Who We Are at
Gracie Humaita South County
Our School
Gracie Humaita South County is an enjoyable, highly detailed, laid-back Jiu-Jitsu academy for everyone. Students are guided on their individual journey through the martial art. Our founder, Chaz Johnson, supports his knowledge and experience with his dedication to helping students achieve their goals on and off the mat. Students are led through detail-oriented training that doesn’t limit them to one style. We believe you can accomplish the same goal in many different ways by using whatever works best for you. On top of our training on the mat, we also bring the community together with different parties, gatherings, and seminars. Here, we value the whole experience for the athlete and the person!
History
Gracie Humaita South County was opened in the summer of 2026 to form a tight-knit Jiu-Jitsu community in St. Louis. Academy founder Chaz Johnson brought his years of experience in BJJ and Judo, as well as his Gracie Jiu-Jitsu teachings. The academy follows his vision of self-reflection and personal development through training. The benefits Jiu-Jitsu provides on and off the mat push Chaz to help students find their own path on the mats. He hopes to invite as many people as possible into the martial arts community and change lives for the better, one person at a time.
Our Academy Schedule
Looking for the right time to hit the mats? Check out our academy schedule and find a Jiu Jitsu class that works for you!
Meet our Jiu-Jitsu Instructor
Chaz Johnson
Professor
Gracie Humaita South County is led by the passion and expertise of founder Chaz Johnson. His years of experience in Jiu-Jitsu and Judo, along with his love for martial arts and Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, have led him to open his own BJJ academy for the St. Louis community. Learn more about our founder below in his bio.
Join With Our First Responders Discount!
We’re proud to thank those who keep our communities safe. Fill out our form to receive a $15-per-month discount if you are in law enforcement or work as an EMT or firefighter.
Explore Our
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Programs
At Gracie Humaita South County, we offer programs for everyone. Along with age-specific Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes, we also have a Self-Defense and Takedowns (Wrestling and Judo) program. You can take a look below to find the best program for you.
Kids Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Little Champions (ages 5–6)
We work on the necessary fundamentals in Little Champions. Our team helps younger students build confidence and learn the basics. This program is designed to get them used to being on the mats and understand what Jiu Jitsu is.
Youth Champions (ages 7–15)
Our older Kids BJJ program—Youth Champions—takes training to the next level. Students begin to learn the true art of Jiu-Jitsu by building on and expanding the basics. Your children will improve their technical development while developing high-level problem-solving skills.
Adult Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (ages 16+)
Our Adult Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes accommodate everyone’s personal goals and experience level. Whether you are training for self-defense, competition, health and fitness, or as a recreational student, we are here for you!
Self-Defense
Our Self-Defense program teaches students how to keep themselves safe in dangerous situations. Students go through different scenarios that may happen in real life. We break down effective takedowns, physical awareness, weapons defense, and more to stay safe.
Takedowns (Judo and Wrestling)
Our Takedowns program brings together Judo and Wrestling. You can learn skills from both or one of the disciplines to help you with grappling and takedowns for competition or self-defense. Students in this program will also be able to earn Judo ranks!
Lock In Our Founding Member Rate!
Sign up for our limited-time offer while you can—be one of the first 50 members and get a special monthly rate plus a gi and rash guard.
Contact Us Today!
Start your journey at Gracie Humaita South County for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in St. Louis! We welcome everyone in Mehlville, Concord, Affton, and all those nearby to join us. You can find us right off Hwy 55 and 270, across from the South County Mall!