Gracie University

Gracie University (GU) is a leading center for self-defense instruction, offering demographic-specific programs for men, women, children, and law enforcement based on the principles and techniques of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu. Founded in 1925 as a family-owned martial arts school in the South Bay, it has expanded into a global enterprise with over 150 certified schools, an online university with over 220,000 students, and a successful clothing brand. The headquarters in Torrance boasts more than 1,100 local students. Owned by Rener and Ryron Gracie, grandsons of Helio Gracie, co-creator of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, the company continues his legacy of teaching the weak to defend against the strong. Gracie Jiu-Jitsu is not just a martial art but a lifestyle. The company's state-of-the-art headquarters offers free jiu-jitsu training and access to a private gym for all employees and instructors. With its robust presence and the legacy of its founders, Gracie University presents an interesting opportunity for investment in the Education and Sports industries.