ICP 2025 - Amplifying Our Mission
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Congratulations on enrolling in Gracie Barra ICP! You've taken a significant step towards honing your Jiu-Jitsu teaching skills and becoming an exceptional leader. Get ready to unlock a world of exclusive resources, continuous education, and a supportive community of instructors and students. Prepare to elevate your Jiu-Jitsu journey to new heights and make a lasting impact on your students. Get ready to transform into an even more effective and successful instructor with Gracie Barra ICP by your side!
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ICP 2025 - Amplifying Our Mission
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Be part of the next generation of Gracie Barra instructors, embracing a vision that stretches across continents and cultures, all unified under one mission, Jiu-Jitsu for Everyone.
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What’s Coming at ICP 2025:
Check Out Some of the New Features of the Upcoming Edition.
#1 Competitive Jiu-Jitsu at GB Course:
Learn how competitive Jiu-Jitsu can strengthen your school’s community, empowering all students—whether they compete or not.
#2 GBK & GBX
New content to further enhance children's education and to help instructors understand how they can optimize the student experience in their school. Awesome features and agile usability for online education.
#3 Special Series with Professor Márcio Feitosa:
Explore Essential Teaching Principles and elevate your instruction skills. This exclusive series is your opportunity to learn from one of the pioneers of Gracie Barra's global expansion and take your instruction to the next level.
#4 Audio Version of the Course:
For the first time, we are releasing an audio version of the course. This has been a long goal of GBI to provide this tool to allow you to deepen your learning of the courses, and we are thrilled to be rolling it out this year.
#5 Multilingual Launch:
For the first time, ICP 2025 will be available in Spanish and French, amplifying our mission to make Gracie Barra's education globally accessible.
#6 High-Impact Videos
Enjoy engaging video content, including class examples, detailed demonstrations, and insights into applying the GB Method for top-tier instruction.
New Course:
Competitive Jiu-Jitsu at GB
Learn how Competitive Jiu-Jitsu can strengthen your school and our global mission. One of the most important ideas proposed by this course is that Competitive Jiu-Jitsu can be leveraged to enhance every student’s experience regardless of if they have an aspiration for the podium. It should not be seen as your school’s ultimate goal. We are in the business of building everyday champions in life, and supporting the self-development of our students to become a more self-actualized version of themselves is always the ultimate goal. Competitive Jiu-Jitsu can be a powerful tool for this process.
ICP 2025
Amplifying Our Mission
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ICP 2025 - AMPLIFYING OUR MISSION
REPLAY AVAILABLE: COMPETITIVE JIU-JITSU LIVES
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PART 1
In this live, Professors Marcio Feitosa, Flávio Almeida, Philipe "Furão," and Victor Estima discuss how competition can drive development in Jiu-Jitsu, balancing training for athletes and regular practitioners. Watch now and discover how competition can enrich your journey.
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PART 2
In this live, Professors Vinícius Draculino, Flavio Almeida, Rodrigo Fajardo, and Ana Laura Cordeiro share their experiences and insights on competitive Jiu-Jitsu. They explore the distinction between students who use competition as a training tool and those who aim to become professional athletes.
What's included in the ICP 2025?
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10 Courses Divided into 3 Stages
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ICP Library
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Video Series with Master Carlos Gracie Jr.
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ICP 2025 Certificate
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ICP Instructors Workshop Facilitation Guide
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ICP 2025 Audible for English and Portuguese versions
GB Instructor Toolbox
- GBK Program
- GB1 Program by Master Carlos Gracie Jr.
- GB2 Program by Victor Estima
- GB3 Program by Roberto Alencar
- GBF Program
Video Series "Essential Teaching Principles with Marcio Feitosa"
Led by Professor Marcio Feitosa, a central figure in the development of Gracie Barra worldwide, this series offers a unique blend of technical instruction, teaching methodology, and insights into the values that form the heart of the Gracie Barra community. You will learn tips on how to enhance your skills as an instructor through these 11 videos. When taking this instructor training class, you will explore innovative teaching approaches, the importance of personalization, and strategies to overcome common instructional challenges.
ICP 2025 - Amplifying our mission
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REQUIREMENTS
BACKGROUND CHECK & CPR
You need to successfully complete a Background check (please check Background Check section in the ICP 2025 Instructor Manual). Plus, complete a First Aid/CPR course valid and updated.
IN-PERSON PRACTICAL TRAINING
Practical training reports are required for all blue, purple, and brown belts completing the ICP. Black Belts do not need to complete the Practical Activity Report.
GB FOUNDATIONS
PRE-REQUISITE
If you have never completed GB Foundations or have not taken any of the last four editions of ICP (2021-2022-2023-2024), you should enroll in the full version and take the GB Foundations first.
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ICP 2025 + GB FOUNDATIONS
$297
This is the full version of ICP 2025!
If you didn't complete the ICP 2024 edition and didn't complete the GB Foundations program, you should enroll in the full version of the ICP 2025 and complete the GB Foundations.
If you didn't complete the ICP 2024 edition and didn't complete the GB Foundations program, you should enroll in the full version of the ICP 2025 and complete the GB Foundations.
The GB Foundations is the prerequisite to the ICP and is being included at a 50% discount!
ICP 2025
$247
RECENTLY TOOK GB FOUNDATIONS?
If you have already completed the GB Foundations program, or is have not taken any of the ICP 2024, you should enroll in the full version.
If you have already completed the GB Foundations program, or is have not taken any of the ICP 2024, you should enroll in the full version.
ICP LEGACY 2025
You can enroll in the ICP Legacy 2025 version if you are a certified instructor from ICP 2024 & ICP 2024 Legacy.
ICP Legacy: Streamlined recertification for experienced instructors. Expedite the attainment of your annual certificate. This new model allows these instructors to go through a more expedited process to obtain their annual certificate.
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Frequently asked questions
1. What is the ICP?
The Gracie Barra Instructor Certification Program was developed by Master Carlos Gracie Jr. as a learning platform dedicated to all Gracie Barra team members to ensure our philosophies, principles and high standards of instruction are met while at the same time focusing on improvements to enhance your instructor toolbox. Upon completion of this course, instructors will be provided with a certificate that is valid for up to one year.
With over 30,000 participants from all over the world since it was launched in 2011, the ICP has placed a great contribution on keeping all GB team members united as one team, defending one shield, in pursuit of one goal: to teach Jiu-Jitsu for Everyone.
The ICP is always evolving with improvements made to the GB Method and innovations to the learning experience. With e-learning technologies making the program accessible by everyone, anywhere.
With over 30,000 participants from all over the world since it was launched in 2011, the ICP has placed a great contribution on keeping all GB team members united as one team, defending one shield, in pursuit of one goal: to teach Jiu-Jitsu for Everyone.
The ICP is always evolving with improvements made to the GB Method and innovations to the learning experience. With e-learning technologies making the program accessible by everyone, anywhere.
2. Are there any prerequisites for enrolling in ICP 2025?
Yes. It is mandatory to be an active GB member of an official GB school to take the ICP. Also If you are not an ICP 2024 certified Instructor, you must take the full version of the ICP 2025 and complete the GB Foundations program. If this is the first time you are taking the ICP or you are not certified in the ICP 2019, the GB Foundations program is the pre-requisite to get certified in the ICP.
3. Who needs to complete a background check?
Everyone taking the ICP must complete and pass the background check. The only background check the ICP accepts is the one issued by Sterling Talent Solutions (for USA and Canada students).
4. Why is Gracie Barra requiring a background check for all instructors completing the ICP now?
The background check is one more action taken by Gracie Barra in an effort to increase the safety of GB students and our commitment to excellence.
5. How do I request my background check?
You can apply for your background check online.
Inside the ICP Course is a link to direct you to an online background check application.
Inside the ICP Course is a link to direct you to an online background check application.
6. What is the cost for the background check:
For residents of the United States or instructors registering under a GB School in the United States the fee for the background check is $19.50 USD and it is paid directly to Sterling Talent Solutions. If there is a validated criminal record found in the following states there will be an additional fee added to the original $19.50 USD that the applicant will be responsible for paying. These states are Maine ($20), Vermont ($30), and New York ($65) and it is paid directly to Sterling Talent Solutions. Sterling Talent Solutions is responsible for running the tests and informing Gracie Barra about the results.
For residents of Canada or instructors registering under a GB School in Canada the fee for the background check is $25 CDN and it is paid directly to Sterling Talent Solutions. Sterling Talent Solutions is responsible for running the tests and informing Gracie Barra about the results
For residents outside the United States and Canada or instructors registering under a GB School outside the United States and Canada, you can submit your local Background check results.
Background check process may take up to 5 business days.
For residents of Canada or instructors registering under a GB School in Canada the fee for the background check is $25 CDN and it is paid directly to Sterling Talent Solutions. Sterling Talent Solutions is responsible for running the tests and informing Gracie Barra about the results
For residents outside the United States and Canada or instructors registering under a GB School outside the United States and Canada, you can submit your local Background check results.
Background check process may take up to 5 business days.
7. What are the disqualifications based on the background check?
A person should be disqualified and prohibited from serving as a Gracie Barra certified instructor if the person has been found guilty of the following crimes:
For purposes of this policy; Guilty shall mean that a person was found guilty following a trial, entered a guilty plea, entered a no contest plea accompanied by a court finding of guilt (regardless of adjudication), or received court directed programs in lieu of conviction.
SEX OFFENSES
For purposes of this policy; Guilty shall mean that a person was found guilty following a trial, entered a guilty plea, entered a no contest plea accompanied by a court finding of guilt (regardless of adjudication), or received court directed programs in lieu of conviction.
SEX OFFENSES
• All Sex Offenses – Regardless of the amount of time since offense.
Examples include: child molestation, rape, sexual assault, sexual battery, sodomy, prostitution, solicitation, indecent exposure, etc.
FELONIES OR FEDERAL OFFENCES
• All Felony or Federal Violence – Regardless of the amount of time since the offense.
Examples include: murder, manslaughter, aggravated assault, kidnapping, robbery, aggravated burglary, etc.
• All Felony or Federal offenses other than violence or sex within the past 5 years.
Examples include: drug offenses, theft, embezzlement, fraud, child endangerment, etc.
PENDING CASES
• Individuals found to have pending court cases for any of the disqualifying offenses will be disqualified. If the disposition of the pending case does not meet the criteria for the disqualification as listed above, the individual would then be cleared and reinstated.
8. When will registration for the ICP 2025 begin?
The pre-registration begins on Friday, October 4th, 2024.
9. What are the exclusive bonus material for the Pre-Registration period?
- VIP LIST: Oct. 4th - Oct 16th - 30% off regular price + ICP HUB 2025
- Regular Registrations: Oct. 4th - Oct 16th - 20% off regular price + ICP HUB 2025
10. When will the ICP courses begin?
- Stage 1: GB Educational Systems - 10/14/2024
- Stage 2: GB Educational Tools - 11/11/204
- Stage 3: GB Advanced Education - 12/02/2024
11. How much time do I have to complete the ICP?
You will have access to all the ICP content for 1 year.
12. Who is eligible to take the ICP 2025 Legacy?
The GB Institute also offers the ICP Legacy Course, which is designed for instructors who were certified in the ICP 2024 only. If you have not been certified in the ICP 2024, you must take the full version of the ICP.
13. How long is my ICP certificate valid for?
The ICP certificate is valid for up to one year counting from the date of certification approval. The ICP certificate is only approved for instructors who hold the rank of a blue belt or higher.
14. What are the requirements to complete the ICP?
The following are requirements to successfully complete the ICP and receive your certificate.
*Required for all instructors.
- Understand all course material offered.
- Be an active member of an official Gracie Barra school.
- Pass all quizzes with a grade of 80% or higher.
- Complete First Aid / CPR Training (the certificate must be updated and valid).
- Successfully pass background check*
- Complete Practical Activity Report (non-black belts only)**
*Required for all instructors.
**Required for all blue, purple, and brown belts completing the ICP. Black Belts do not need to complete the Practical Activity Report.
15. Can I transfer my ICP to someone else?
No, your ICP is non-transferable.
16. If I am unhappy with the course or if I do not pass my background check (United States and Canada only) can I have a refund?
We offer a 30-day money-back satisfaction guarantee. (NO refunds if you do NOT pass the background check, and NO refunds if you fail to score 80% or higher after the attempts offered on the tests)
17. Can a White Belt or GBK Youth student take the ICP?
Gracie Barra allows White Belt students to register and complete the online portion of the ICP course only but does not provide certification nor will the White Belt student be listed on the Gracie Barra website as an instructor. White Belt students are not permitted to instruct classes at Gracie Barra and therefore cannot complete the Practical Activity Report requirement to become a certified instructor. White Belt students may take the ICP course solely to learn more about the GB Method; not to become a certified Gracie Barra Instructor.
18. I have a question. Who do I contact for help?
We are happy to help!
Email us at institute@graciebarra.com
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THE NEW ICP 2026: Get ready for a new era of instructors with a ICP like you’ve never seen before
Continue Studying PCI 2025:
THE NEW ICP 2026: Get ready for a new era of instructors with a ICP like you’ve never seen before
Continue Studying PCI 2025:
What’s holding your career back (and how to break through)
For years, ICPs have given us the foundation: a unified Gracie Barra teaching standard and more consistent classes. That has brought us this far.
But the challenges have changed: different student groups, little time to prepare classes, and the pressure to “always get it right” make improvisation creep back in, confidence waver, retention drop, and career growth slow down.
PCI 2026 is the evolution that solves this. A core that aligns teaching standards and student experience, combined with paths each instructor can choose based on their profile. In practice, a more focused and personalized certification, predictable classes, clear structure, and the confidence to lead any group.
But the challenges have changed: different student groups, little time to prepare classes, and the pressure to “always get it right” make improvisation creep back in, confidence waver, retention drop, and career growth slow down.
PCI 2026 is the evolution that solves this. A core that aligns teaching standards and student experience, combined with paths each instructor can choose based on their profile. In practice, a more focused and personalized certification, predictable classes, clear structure, and the confidence to lead any group.
Who Is the 2026 Instructor Certification For?
What’s New in This ICP?
What’s Included in the NEW PCI 2026
Exclusive App
Internationally RecognizedCompletion Certificate
Stories of Transformation with ICP
Every instructor has a unique journey , but they all share the same desire to make an impact on the mat and in their students’ lives.
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Choose Your Instructor Profile and Get Ready
Assistant Instructor
U$ 104,30
Includes:
GBK Instructor
U$ 156,80
Includes:
GBF Instructor
U$ 156,80
Includes:
Adult Instructor
U$ 174,30
Includes:
Premium Instructor
U$ 210
Includes:
ICP 2026 Legacy
U$ 174,30
Includes:
Simple Verification
Provide your criminal background check and a valid First Aid/CPR course.
In-Person Training
Required only for blue, purple, and brown belts. Black belts are exempt from this step.
GB Foundations
If you haven’t taken the GB Foundations course or missed the last three PCI editions, simply choose the full version to secure your access.
Frequently asked questions
1. What is the ICP?
The Gracie Barra Instructor Certification Program was developed by Master Carlos Gracie Jr. as a learning platform dedicated to all Gracie Barra team members to ensure our philosophies, principles and high standards of instruction are met while at the same time focusing on improvements to enhance your instructor toolbox. Upon completion of this course, instructors will be provided with a certificate that is valid for up to one year.
With over 30,000 participants from all over the world since it was launched in 2011, the ICP has placed a great contribution on keeping all GB team members united as one team, defending one shield, in pursuit of one goal: to teach Jiu-Jitsu for Everyone.
The ICP is always evolving with improvements made to the GB Method and innovations to the learning experience. With e-learning technologies making the program accessible by everyone, anywhere.
With over 30,000 participants from all over the world since it was launched in 2011, the ICP has placed a great contribution on keeping all GB team members united as one team, defending one shield, in pursuit of one goal: to teach Jiu-Jitsu for Everyone.
The ICP is always evolving with improvements made to the GB Method and innovations to the learning experience. With e-learning technologies making the program accessible by everyone, anywhere.
2. Are there any prerequisites for enrolling in ICP 2026?
Yes. It is mandatory to be an active GB member of an official GB school to take the ICP. Also If you are not an ICP 2024 certified Instructor, you must take the full version of the ICP 2025 and complete the GB Foundations program. If this is the first time you are taking the ICP or you are not certified in the ICP 2019, the GB Foundations program is the pre-requisite to get certified in the ICP.
3. Who needs to complete a background check?
Everyone taking the ICP must complete and pass the background check. The only background check the ICP accepts is the one issued by Sterling Talent Solutions (for USA and Canada students).
4. Why is Gracie Barra requiring a background check for all instructors completing the ICP now?
The background check is one more action taken by Gracie Barra in an effort to increase the safety of GB students and our commitment to excellence.
5. How do I request my background check?
You can apply for your background check online.
Inside the ICP Course is a link to direct you to an online background check application.
Inside the ICP Course is a link to direct you to an online background check application.
6. What is the cost for the background check:
For residents of the United States or instructors registering under a GB School in the United States the fee for the background check is $19.50 USD and it is paid directly to Sterling Talent Solutions. If there is a validated criminal record found in the following states there will be an additional fee added to the original $19.50 USD that the applicant will be responsible for paying. These states are Maine ($20), Vermont ($30), and New York ($65) and it is paid directly to Sterling Talent Solutions. Sterling Talent Solutions is responsible for running the tests and informing Gracie Barra about the results.
For residents of Canada or instructors registering under a GB School in Canada the fee for the background check is $25 CDN and it is paid directly to Sterling Talent Solutions. Sterling Talent Solutions is responsible for running the tests and informing Gracie Barra about the results
For residents outside the United States and Canada or instructors registering under a GB School outside the United States and Canada, you can submit your local Background check results.
Background check process may take up to 5 business days.
For residents of Canada or instructors registering under a GB School in Canada the fee for the background check is $25 CDN and it is paid directly to Sterling Talent Solutions. Sterling Talent Solutions is responsible for running the tests and informing Gracie Barra about the results
For residents outside the United States and Canada or instructors registering under a GB School outside the United States and Canada, you can submit your local Background check results.
Background check process may take up to 5 business days.
7. What are the disqualifications based on the background check?
A person should be disqualified and prohibited from serving as a Gracie Barra certified instructor if the person has been found guilty of the following crimes:
For purposes of this policy; Guilty shall mean that a person was found guilty following a trial, entered a guilty plea, entered a no contest plea accompanied by a court finding of guilt (regardless of adjudication), or received court directed programs in lieu of conviction.
SEX OFFENSES
For purposes of this policy; Guilty shall mean that a person was found guilty following a trial, entered a guilty plea, entered a no contest plea accompanied by a court finding of guilt (regardless of adjudication), or received court directed programs in lieu of conviction.
SEX OFFENSES
• All Sex Offenses – Regardless of the amount of time since offense.
Examples include: child molestation, rape, sexual assault, sexual battery, sodomy, prostitution, solicitation, indecent exposure, etc.
FELONIES OR FEDERAL OFFENCES
• All Felony or Federal Violence – Regardless of the amount of time since the offense.
Examples include: murder, manslaughter, aggravated assault, kidnapping, robbery, aggravated burglary, etc.
• All Felony or Federal offenses other than violence or sex within the past 5 years.
Examples include: drug offenses, theft, embezzlement, fraud, child endangerment, etc.
PENDING CASES
• Individuals found to have pending court cases for any of the disqualifying offenses will be disqualified. If the disposition of the pending case does not meet the criteria for the disqualification as listed above, the individual would then be cleared and reinstated.
8. When will registration for the ICP 2026 begin?
The pre-registration begins on October 15th, 2025.
9. What are the exclusive bonus material for the Pre-Registration period?
- VIP LIST: Oct. 4th - Oct 16th - 30% off regular price + ICP HUB 2025
- Regular Registrations: Oct. 4th - Oct 16th - 20% off regular price + ICP HUB 2025
10. When will the ICP courses begin?
- Stage 1: GB Educational Systems - 10/14/2024
- Stage 2: GB Educational Tools - 11/11/204
- Stage 3: GB Advanced Education - 12/02/2024
11. How much time do I have to complete the ICP?
You will have access to all the ICP content for 1 year.
12. Who is eligible to take the ICP 2026 Legacy?
The GB Institute also offers the ICP Legacy Course, which is designed for instructors who were certified in the ICP 2024 only. If you have not been certified in the ICP 2024, you must take the full version of the ICP.
13. How long is my ICP certificate valid for?
The ICP certificate is valid for up to one year counting from the date of certification approval. The ICP certificate is only approved for instructors who hold the rank of a blue belt or higher.
14. What are the requirements to complete the ICP?
The following are requirements to successfully complete the ICP and receive your certificate.
*Required for all instructors.
- Understand all course material offered.
- Be an active member of an official Gracie Barra school.
- Pass all quizzes with a grade of 80% or higher.
- Complete First Aid / CPR Training (the certificate must be updated and valid).
- Successfully pass background check*
- Complete Practical Activity Report (non-black belts only)**
*Required for all instructors.
**Required for all blue, purple, and brown belts completing the ICP. Black Belts do not need to complete the Practical Activity Report.
15. Can I transfer my ICP to someone else?
No, your ICP is non-transferable.
16. If I am unhappy with the course or if I do not pass my background check (United States and Canada only) can I have a refund?
We offer a 30-day money-back satisfaction guarantee. (NO refunds if you do NOT pass the background check, and NO refunds if you fail to score 80% or higher after the attempts offered on the tests)
17. Can a White Belt or GBK Youth student take the ICP?
Gracie Barra allows White Belt students to register and complete the online portion of the ICP course only but does not provide certification nor will the White Belt student be listed on the Gracie Barra website as an instructor. White Belt students are not permitted to instruct classes at Gracie Barra and therefore cannot complete the Practical Activity Report requirement to become a certified instructor. White Belt students may take the ICP course solely to learn more about the GB Method; not to become a certified Gracie Barra Instructor.
18. I have a question. Who do I contact for help?
We are happy to help!
Email us at institute@graciebarra.com