Gracie Barra
$GRBAF500 #501Gracie Barra Franchise Systems, Inc. offers franchises for the establishment and operation of Gracie Barra Schools, which provide martial arts instruction, primarily Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, to individuals using a distinctive business format, systems, and methods established in Brazil by Master Carlos Gracie Jr.
Gracie Barra Franchise Systems, Inc., incorporated California March 2009, licensed by Gracie Barra Jiu-Jitsu Global Inc. to franchise in North America. No parent company. Key executives: Carlos Gracie Jr. (President/Founder since 2009), Flavio Almeida (CEO since 2009), Marcio Feitosa Souza (VP since 2009), Dave Weber (COO since October 2021), Tyler Shepherd (Head of School Development since July 2025). Four affiliates: GB Wear (apparel/products), Gracie Barra Events (competitions), Gracie Barra Digital Global (online content), Gracie Barra Institute (professional development).
Gracie Barra Franchise Systems, Inc. offers franchises for the establishment and operation of Gracie Barra Schools, which provide martial arts instruction, primarily Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, to individuals using a distinctive business format, systems, and methods established in Brazil by Master Carlos Gracie Jr.
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