Gracie Barra Parede

Martial arts school Cascais visitors can find at Gracie Barra Parede, a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training centre in Parede. The school presents Jiu-Jitsu as a discipline based on self-defence and sport combat, including takedowns, ground fighting and submissions.

Programmes are available for adults, children and juniors, as well as the Women In Charge programme. Gracie Barra Parede welcomes beginners and people who have trained for years, with training intended for a broad range of ages and experience levels.

The school describes its approach as progressive learning in a clean, safe training environment, designed to support challenging and motivating progress. Its wider philosophy uses Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu as a tool for individual development, training body, mind and spirit while building a sense of community.

Located on Rua José Carlos da Maia in Parede, Gracie Barra Parede offers a free introductory class for those who would like to try a session before joining.