Testimonials

Weston has learned so much during his time with Gracie jiu-jitsu. He has learned new skills such as self-defense, how to communicate with bullies, and how to be confident! Weston is a very social child that was greatly affected by the pandemic and not being able to attend school in person to Socialize with kids. Seeing him make friends and have fun with children his age has been such a joy as he lights up every time he goes!

We have continued our membership with Gracie and can't thank you enough for this opportunity!

- Brandie Barron, Scholarship Recipient

child learning jiu-jitsu at Gracie Jiu-Jitsu IndioMy son tried something new with Pivot's sponsored support and introduction. They did the work to find a quality program and it led to him practicing jiu-jitsu. He practiced with his peers, had a rolling time. As a parent, I was motivated. As a consumer, I was impressed; as a recipient I was grateful. Pandemic or no pandemic, kids need to learn what comes out of group sports and jiu-jitsu teaches safety for self and others. The kids have fun at Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Indio under a very talented teacher. My son will continue to learn and have fun. Thank you for the exposure to a new physical activity and helping the community be more active.

- Sherry, Parent and Scholarship Recipient

We are so thankful to have received a scholarship from Pivot Athletics to try out Gracie Jiu-Jitsu for our 10-year-old daughter. She had tried martial arts in the past, but was intimidated and didn't feel like she could compete with the other kids. After a year of needing to learn to stand up to a few kids that were being less than kind at school, we decided that taking a self-defense class would be a great idea. I had researched the Gracie Bullyproof system and really like what I saw, but as a teacher, our extra income is pretty tight. We applied for the scholarship and were accepted and joined Gracie Indio the next week. To say that we are fans of the gym, coaches, and Gracie program is an understatement. The team that runs GJJ Indio is incredible with kids and Claire has increased in confidence and ability. Being able to test out the gym through the scholarship allowed us to see the true value of the program and have decided to continue because it brings such value to our family.

- Michele Tully, Parent and Scholarship Recipient