Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Norwalk & Fairfield, CTBuild confidence,
discipline & self‑defense
skills for life.
World-class Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu programs for kids, teens and adults — now training in Norwalk and Fairfield, Connecticut.
Find the Academy Nearest You
Gracie Sports Norwalk
- Kids, Teens & Adults Programs
- World-Class Instructors
- Supportive Community
- Clean, Safe & Family-Friendly
Gracie Sports Fairfield
- Kids, Teens & Adults Programs
- World-Class Instructors
- Supportive Community
- Clean, Safe & Family-Friendly
Programs for Every Age & Goal
Kids Programs
Build confidence, focus and respect.
Teens Programs
Develop discipline, leadership and focus.
Adult Programs
Get in shape, learn self-defense.
Women's Self-Defense
Practical, empowering techniques for real-world safety.
Competition Team
Train like a champion. Compete at your best.
The Gentle Art That Changes Everything
At Gracie Sports, we teach more than Jiu-Jitsu. We build confidence, character, and a stronger you — on and off the mats. Our coaches in Norwalk and Fairfield work with every student, from their first day on the mat to their first competition.
Mestre Marcio
1959 – April 2, 2026 · 8th Degree Red & White Belt
Built on Legacy.
Driven by Purpose.
The people who made Gracie Sports what it is today — and whose spirit lives in every class we teach.
Mestre Marcio Stambowsky
Mestre Marcio was an 8th Degree Red & White Belt and a true giant of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. He dedicated his life to the art and to the people who practiced it — mentoring generations of students and teachers with the same generosity and humility that defined every step of his journey. He passed on April 2, 2026, leaving behind a legacy that lives in every class we teach.
♥ Forever on the mats — forever in our hearts
Professor Deborah Gracie
Professor Deborah Gracie is the heart behind Gracie Sports — bringing authentic Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to the families of Norwalk and Fairfield. A dedicated practitioner and teacher, she built this academy with a single mission: to transform lives on and off the mat. Her warmth, discipline, and passion create an environment where every student feels challenged, respected, and celebrated.
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