Carlson Gracie Riverside

Carlson Gracie Riverside operates at 7889 Mission Grove Pkwy S in Riverside, California. The academy provides martial arts education rooted in the Carlson Gracie lineage, serving youth, teen, and adult students across the Riverside area. Instruction is directed by Head Instructor Coach Drew, a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt and former Bellator fighter with over 20 years of combat sports experience and 12 years of coaching background. The teaching roster includes Coach Tony, who brings more than 20 years of martial arts experience, alongside Sensei Michael Dorsey, a former All-Army Judo Team competitor who has taught judo for over two decades. Youth sessions are supported by Coach David Reyes, who leads classes for children ages 4 to 6. Coursework encompasses adult gi and no-gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, wrestling fundamentals for students ages 7 and older, adult and youth Muay Thai kickboxing, and judo. Training focuses on positional control, joint locks, takedowns, and practical self-defense. Prospective students can schedule a free trial class to begin training.