# Circle Academy > Barcelona, Spain ## Overview **Name:** Circle Academy **Description:** Circle Academy is a premier martial arts academy located in the heart of Gràcia, Barcelona, offering comprehensive training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, MMA, Yoga, and Budokon. The academy features a spacious tatami mat area, changing rooms, and a weights section, providing everything needed for optimal training. With a focus on creating a welcoming community atmosphere, Circle Academy emphasizes respect, friendship, and positive energy in every class. The academy is led by Javier Feliubadaló, a fourth-degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and third-degree black belt in Kickboxing, with over 25 years of teaching experience. Javier is a true pioneer of martial arts in Barcelona—he was the first instructor to regularly teach Muay Thai in the city, co-founded Muay Thai Barcelona, and was Spain's first BJJ instructor. He is also a black belt in Kung-fu and Karate-Do, having trained with native masters around the world. As an IBJJF European Champion and double World Cup gold medalist (Gi and No-Gi), Javier has developed a unique, progressive teaching methodology. He is also a Military Hand-to-Hand Combat Instructor for Special Operations units and co-founder of the Cícero Costha Barcelona team, having trained numerous champions and black belts who now lead successful academies throughout Catalonia. The teaching team also includes Darien Diego, a professional MMA fighter with over 20 years of experience in combat sports including BJJ, Judo, Boxing, Kickboxing, Wrestling, Muay Thai, and Grappling, and Irene, who teaches Budokon and Yoga classes focused on mobility and wellness. Circle Academy offers a wide range of programs for all ages and skill levels, from beginners to advanced competitors, with classes throughout the week including early morning sessions, afternoon kids programs, and evening adult classes. **Status:** Active ## Contact Information **Address:** C/ Ferrer de Blanes, 5, Barcelona Barcelona 17490, Spain **Phone:** +34657440756 **Website:** https://www.circleacademy.es **Social Media:** - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/circlebjj - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@circle.academy ## Hours of Operation - Monday: 9:00 AM - 9:30 PM - Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 9:30 PM - Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 9:30 PM - Thursday: 7:00 AM - 9:30 PM - Friday: 9:00 AM - 9:30 PM - Saturday: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM - Sunday: Closed ## Pricing ## Facilities & Amenities Yoga ## Instructors ### Javier Feliubadaló - Black **Role:** Head Instructor **Bio:** Fourth-degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and third-degree black belt in Kickboxing with over 25 years of teaching experience. Pioneer of Muay Thai in Barcelona, first regular Muay Thai instructor in the city, co-founder of Muay Thai Barcelona, Spain's first BJJ instructor, and also holds black belts in Kung-fu and Karate-Do. IBJJF European Champion and double World Cup gold medalist (Gi and No-Gi). Military Hand-to-Hand Combat Instructor for Special Operations units. Co-founder of Cícero Costha Barcelona team. ### Darien Diego **Role:** Instructor **Bio:** Professional MMA fighter with over 20 years of experience in combat sports including BJJ, Judo, Boxing, Kickboxing, Wrestling, Muay Thai, and Grappling. Brings a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach to training with focus on physical, technical, and mental development. ### Irene **Role:** Instructor **Bio:** BJJ practitioner and certified Budokon and Yoga instructor at Circle Academy, Barcelona. Specializes in helping students develop a deeper, more conscious relationship with their body and energy through movement and mobility practices. ## Programs ### BJJ Fundamentals **Skill Level:** Beginner **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Beginner-friendly Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program focusing on fundamental techniques and self-defense **Classes:** ### BJJ Advanced **Skill Level:** Advanced **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Advanced Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training for experienced practitioners **Classes:** ### No-Gi **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Grappling without the gi, similar to MMA training with focus on submission wrestling **Classes:** ### MMA **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Mixed Martial Arts training combining striking and grappling techniques **Classes:** ### Yoga **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** all_ages **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Yoga classes focused on flexibility, strength, and mindfulness **Classes:** ### Teencomp **Skill Level:** Intermediate **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Competitive training program for teenagers focusing on competition preparation **Classes:** ### Free Skills **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** all_ages **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Open mat and skill development session for all levels **Classes:** ### Kids BJJ **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program designed specifically for children with age-appropriate curriculum **Classes:** --- **Last Updated:** March 01, 2026 **Data Source:** BJJ.Space (https://bjj.space/gyms/spain/barcelona/circle-academy)