# Event Details - **Event Name**: Transformation Thursday! FREE Gracie Combatives CLASS 1 - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 06 Aug, 2026 at 06:30 pm – Thu, 06 Aug, 2026 at 07:30 pm - **Event Description**: No Experience Needed • Men & Women Welcome • Learn Real Self-Defense • Limited Spots Available - Kickstart your Jiu Jitsu Journey!About this EventLooking for a fun, practical way to get in shape, build confidence, and learn real self-defense?Join us for a FREE introductory Gracie Combatives® class, the world's leading beginner Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program designed specifically for everyday men and women with no martial arts experience required.Thursday nights are the perfect time to start something new. Finish your week with a positive challenge, meet great people, and learn skills that can benefit you for a lifetime.Why Attend Class 1?While the Gracie Combatives® program is designed so you can join at any time and complete the 20-class cycle in any order, Class 1 is one of the most popular starting points because it introduces key concepts, foundational movements, and the philosophy behind Gracie Jiu-Jitsu.Many students find it easier and more motivating to begin at the start of the cycle alongside other new students.What You'll Learn✅ Real-world self-defense techniques✅ How to stay calm and confident in stressful situations✅ Beginner-friendly Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu fundamentals✅ Leverage-based techniques that work regardless of age, size, strength, or athletic ability✅ Safe, structured training in a welcoming environmentPerfect For:Complete beginnersMen and women ages 15+Professionals looking for a healthy hobbyParents interested in practical self-defenseAnyone seeking fitness without a traditional gym environmentPeople curious about Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), self-defense, MMA fundamentals, and grapplingWhy Gracie Combatives®?Unlike many martial arts programs, Gracie Combatives® was specifically designed for people with busy lives who want practical self-defense without needing prior experience.Students train in a supportive, ego-free environment and progress at their own pace while learning proven techniques developed by the Gracie family and practiced worldwide.Spots Are LimitedTo ensure a safe and personalized training experience, class size is limited. Free introductory spots are offered on a first-come, first-served basis and typically fill before the event date.Reserve your spot today and see why so many people choose Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Pasadena as their introduction to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and self-defense.SEO KeywordsBrazilian Jiu-Jitsu Pasadena, BJJ Pasadena, Self-Defense Class Pasadena, Beginner Jiu-Jitsu, Women's Self-Defense Pasadena, Men's Self-Defense Pasadena, Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Pasadena, Martial Arts Pasadena, Adult Martial Arts, Beginner Martial Arts, Self-Defense Training, Learn Jiu-Jitsu, BJJ for Beginners, Confidence Building, Fitness Classes Pasadena, Grappling Classes, MMA Fundamentals, Personal Safety Training, Pasadena Fitness, Jiu-Jitsu Near Me, Free Martial Arts Class, Free Self-Defense Class, Adult BJJ Pasadena, Beginner BJJ Program.? Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Pasadena75 W Walnut St, Pasadena, CA 91103? (626) 633-7503? info@gjjpasadena.com? gjjpasadena.comReserve your free spot today and start your week stronger, safer, and more confident. ?? - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/pasadena/transformation-thursday-free-gracie-combatives-class-1/100001995123051755 - **Event Categories**: fitness, Workshops, Art, Contests - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: under_18_with_guardian - door_time: 2026-08-07T01:00:00Z - Duration: 1 hour - Location: Gracie Jiu Jitsu Pasadena - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Pasadena - **state**: CA - **country**: United States - **location**: Gracie Jiu Jitsu Pasadena - **lat**: 34.1503571 - **long**: -118.1516107 - **full address**: Gracie Jiu Jitsu Pasadena, 75 West Walnut Street, Pasadena, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Transformation Thursday! FREE Gracie Combatives CLASS 1 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/2f0e4369e7e85da5c5fa8fe9027d9370dc15e74c0fc67a78382599e171f1dc57-rimg-w1200-h1553-dc334174-gmir.jpg?v=1784948542 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Transformation Thursday! FREE Gracie Combatives CLASS 1 being held? - **A:** Transformation Thursday! FREE Gracie Combatives CLASS 1 takes place on Thu, 06 Aug, 2026 at 06:30 pm to Thu, 06 Aug, 2026 at 07:30 pm at Gracie Jiu Jitsu Pasadena, 75 West Walnut Street, Pasadena, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Transformation Thursday! FREE Gracie Combatives CLASS 1? - **A:** Transformation Thursday! FREE Gracie Combatives CLASS 1 is organized by Fred Joaquin. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Transformation Thursday! FREE Gracie Combatives CLASS 1 is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. 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