Jamarr Mills
" Gracie Jiu-Jitsu is a tool, that allows you to defend yourself and so much more. Gracie Jiu-Jitsu enables you to build and deal with life and yourself mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Giving you principles of integrity, morals, and respect to take with you on your everyday journey on and off the mat. Gracie Jiu-Jitsu allows you to be a better person anywhere in any situation when used with a proper mindset and structure. I know all of this because I am a product of Gracie Jiu Jitsu. I can say honestly that Gracie Jiu-Jitsu was and still is one of the most important tools that changed my life for the better. Gracie Jiu-Jitsu is something I love to do, and I love what Gracie Jiu Jitsu do for the people, communities and environments. That is why I choose to teach Gracie Jiu-Jitsu."
In 2022,
Jamarr Completed the Gracie Academy Instructor Certification Program. Jamarr was an auto body/mechanic from 2007 to 2022. Jamarr started teaching Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in 2022 at Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Durham and Rubao Carioca.
Corrinne Surratt
Women Empowered Instructor
Training Gracie Jiu Jitsu has been an incredible journey that has done so much to improve my quality of life. I have learned how to stay calm if ever faced with a dangerous situation and have the tools necessary to take care of my students. It has positively affected my confidence and so many other areas. It is not just physical training but also a mindset of being fluid and looking for options in all situations. It is a whole person approach to training that teaches you how to overcome when the odds are against you. I believe in it so much that both of my daughters also train.
In 2024, Corrinne completed the Women Empowered Instructor Certification Program. She also works as an elementary school teacher and enjoys time with her family and fur babies.