"Not only the academy is extremely clean and spacious, but the staff are amazing. It’s an academy where family and teamwork matters. I highly recommend their Kids program as well as the adult program."

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Fairfield, CT
Authentic Gracie Jiu-Jitsu for kids, teens, and adults. Proudly carrying on the legacy of Master Marcio Stambowsky. Since 2007.
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Over 210 five-star Google reviews from the Fairfield community.
"Not only the academy is extremely clean and spacious, but the staff are amazing. It’s an academy where family and teamwork matters. I highly recommend their Kids program as well as the adult program."

"My daughter started at age 5 and now at 9 she's a confident young girl. The coaches are patient, structured, and genuinely care about every kid. This is not just jiu-jitsu — it's life skills."

"Trained at several academies over the years. Gracie Fairfield is the real deal. Master Marcio's lineage is authentic, the instruction is world-class, and the culture is welcoming without being soft."

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Fun, age-appropriate movement and mat skills that build focus, coordination, and confidence from the very first class.
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Structured BJJ curriculum teaching real technique, self-defense awareness, and the discipline to earn their next belt.
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Challenge-level training with peers. Teens build resilience, mental toughness, and an unshakable sense of self-worth.
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From your very first class to advanced competition prep. All fitness levels, all ages. Our beginner track makes the start easy.
View Program →The people who made Gracie Sports what it is today — and whose spirit lives in every class we teach.
Mestre Marcio was a 8th Degree Red & Black 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.
"The mat teaches you what life cannot. It doesn't lie, it doesn't flatter — it reveals who you truly are."
♥ Forever on the mats — forever in our hearts
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.
World-class lineage. Genuine community.


Flexible morning, midday and evening classes for kids, teens and adults.
Free parking on-site. Easy access from I-95.
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