GRACIE HUMAITÁ • WILLIS, TX


Real Jiu-Jitsu

True Lineage



SKILL • STRATEGY • SPIRIT

STAMINA • SPEED • STRENGTH



Gracie Humaitá is an official Gracie Jiu-Jitsu academy lead by Professor Vincent Anzelone and Coach Krista Anzelone, both of which have a legitimate, documented, unbroken jiu-jitsu lineage.  Come joint us for a free trial class to experience the difference at Gracie Humaitá!



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Professor Vincent Anzelone


  • Gracie Humaitá Black Belt (1st Degree)
  • Pan-American Champion (IBJJF)
  • MO State Champion (FUJI/KOZEN)
  • Chicago Midwest Champion (NAGA)
  • Self-Defense Certification from Master Royler Gracie
  • Co-Founder: FUJI Jiu-Jitsu Championship Series
  • Safe Sport Certified

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Coach Krista Anzelone


  • Gracie Humaitá Brown Belt
  • Jiu-Jitsu Instructor
  • Master World Silver Medalist (IBJJF)
  • Co-Founder: FUJI Jiu-Jitsu Championship Series
  • United States Air Force Veteran
  • Bachelor's Degree: Early Childhood Development

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 Lineage

Gracie Humaita - Willis

Lineage matters! Gracie Jiu-Jitsu is a highly complex and technical martial art and sport. Understanding the details of each technique are extremely important. Jiu-Jitsu is very often compared to the game of chess and for good reason. Skill, strategy and technical ability far outweigh physical ability and aggression.


Gracie Humaitá in Brazil was the very first Brazilian jiu-jitsu academy in the world when it was established by Grandmaster Hélio Gracie. Since that time, the art and sport of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu has evolved and become incredibly popular throughout the United States and beyond.


Our academy here in Willis, TX is one of the official Gracie Humaitá academies and part of the Gracie Humaitá Association. We have a direct lineage to the origins of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu itself!

 Kids 1 (Ages 4-6)
Children may start training as early as four years old in our "Skills and Drills" class. This class is specifically designed for younger students who need to develop essential classroom skills that will benefit them in our more technical children's program as well as in their classroom at school.

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 Kids 2 (Ages 7+)


Jiu-Jitsu is a fantastic activity for everyone, especially children. This is a martial art, an extra curricular activity, a sport that your child can do their entire lives. At our academy, they will build classroom skills that will benefit them for years to come in school and beyond. Owner/Coach Krista Anzelone has a degree in Early Childhood Development and a strong background as a tenured first grade teacher . She enjoys spending time with, "the little ones" which is one of the many reasons why we are so proud of our kids program!

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 Adults

Our adult jiu-jitsu program at Gracie Humaita has been running strong for years, and that maturity shows on the mat every day, every night — a full room of training partners across every skill level and belt rank, from day-one white belts to seasoned upper belts.

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FUNDAMENTAL JIU-JITSU    SELF-DEFENSE    COMPETITION    FITNESS

 Women


Gracie Jiu-Jitsu is becoming the most popular martial art and sport for WOMEN and girls! As owners of The FUJI Jiu-Jitsu Championship Series we have been running tournaments throughout the United States since 2012 and can tell you that women are training and competing now more than ever! Women and girls of ALL AGES are participating in jiu-jitsu and achieving a wide variety of goals!

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 Self-Defense

The Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Self Defense System has been evolving since the early 1920's when it was first developed by the Gracie Family. Since then the techniques that we teach have been tested countless times in competition and real life scenarios alike. There are well over 100 self-defense techniques in the official curriculum, all of them are learned and practiced at our academy in a safe, welcoming environment.

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 Competition 


If you're interested in competition style jiu-jitsu you've come to the right academy! Owners Vincent and Krista Anzelone are two of the original founders and partners of The FUJI Jiu-Jitsu Championship Series along with Professor JW Wright and Laura Taff. The FUJI Jiu-Jitsu Championship Series is one of the largest competition series of any kind in the entire world, hosting hundreds of events in over 40 states each and every year.

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 Private Lessons

Private lessons are a fantastic way to improve your technical ability at a much faster rate than by only attending group lessons. These are in no way required but depending on your schedule and/or your jiu-jitsu goals, private lessons are a proven method of success.

Gracie Humaita - Willis

In each private session you can expect about 45-60 minutes of instruction and drilling that is catered to your specific jiu-jitsu goals. The lesson plan can be determined either by your or by the instructor and you should expect to take notes and or record your session if you so choose. You may also bring an "uke" (training partner) with your for the lesson as well.


PRIVATE LESSONS:

COST: $100 per session

UKE: Yes, preferred

LENGTH: 45-60 minutes

WHEN: By Appointment Only

Gracie Humaita - Willis

Lion's Den Fitness is located in the same facility as Gracie Humaitá – Willis, TX, creating a unique environment where fitness and martial arts come together under one roof. Whether you're here to lift, train, or roll, the shared space fosters a strong sense of community, discipline, and mutual support. Members often take advantage of both programs to build strength, improve conditioning, and enhance their overall performance.


At Lion's Den Fitness, promoting physical health and personal growth is a core mission. This veteran-owned gym offers both dynamic group classes and personalized one-on-one training designed to challenge and motivate.

Whether you're looking to boost your strength, improve your conditioning, or simply get moving, Lion's Den provides a supportive and disciplined environment to help you achieve your goals. Your overall fitness isn’t measured by the number on a scale—it’s measured by how strong, confident, and capable you feel. First class is free, so come experience the difference for yourself.

  • Group Classes
  • Personal Training
  • Strength Training
  • Cardio and Conditioning

 Pricing 


Kids Ages 4-6

*This program is for children ages 4-6 years old who participate in our special "Skills and Drills" class. The price is per member, per month. Once a child graduates from this class into our Kids Jiu-Jitsu Program, they will be subject to the pricing as outlined below.


Each Member

 $130/month


Kids 7+ & Adults

Membership for children ages 7+ and adults is shown below. The first two members of a family pay the full monthly membership. Additional family members are billed monthly at an additional $50.


Each Member

 $169/month

 Contact Us


 12335 FM 1097

 Suite 103 & 104

 Willis, TX 77318


 (936)221-5020

 manager@graciehumaitawillis.com

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