Technique over strength. Always.
Our philosophy
Why a dedicated women's class.
Women train in every class at the academy — the Women's Program exists in addition, not instead. Led by Professor Natasha Ranasinghe, black belt, No-Gi Worlds champion at purple belt and multi-time World Master and Pan Am medalist.
It gives beginners a room where every training partner is starting from the same place, and gives experienced students rounds with partners of similar size and grip strength.
A room built around you.
For many students, a women-only room removes the main hesitation about walking in the door for the first time.
Technique details also land differently when you drill with a partner of similar build — the same reason size-appropriate pairing matters for advanced students, not just beginners.
It's a bridge, not a bubble: students are encouraged into the general Fundamentals and Advanced classes as they progress.
How a session runs
Every session opens with mobility work, moves into technique demonstration and detail, then situational drilling from a defined position — with live rounds always optional and at the intensity you choose.
Every class changed me a little.
Frequently Asked Questions
I have never trained any martial art. Is that a problem?+
No. The class is built for beginners and the professor pairs new students deliberately.
What do I wear?+
Leggings and a fitted t-shirt or rash guard for the first class. A gi comes later.
Is sparring required?+
Never required. Live rounds are optional and always supervised.
Can I also train in the mixed classes?+
Yes, and we encourage it once you feel settled. Your membership covers the full schedule.
Is there childcare or parallel kids classes?+
Kids classes run on the same evenings as several adult sessions, so many families train in the same window. Check the schedule for the current overlap.
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu in Doral.
7902 NW 36th Street, Unit 213, Doral, FL 33166
Minutes from Miami International Airport
+1 (786) 896-3147