# Carlson Gracie Lewisville > Lewisville, United States | #<Affiliation:0x000062ada2c2d348> ## Overview **Name:** Carlson Gracie Lewisville **Affiliation:** #<Affiliation:0x000062ada2c2d348> **Description:** Carlson Gracie DFW is a premier Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy located in Lewisville, Texas, offering comprehensive martial arts training for all ages and skill levels. As part of the legendary Carlson Gracie lineage, the academy provides authentic Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instruction rooted in a rich tradition spanning over 30 years of teaching excellence. With 4,256 square feet of mat space, the facility provides an optimal training environment for students to develop their skills in BJJ, No-Gi grappling, and Muay Thai. The academy's training philosophy emphasizes consistent progression from white belt to black belt through a structured curriculum designed to keep students motivated and engaged. Programs include Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Fundamentals for beginners, Advanced Jiu-Jitsu, and Expert Jiu-Jitsu programs that expose students to various training dynamics including MMA, No-Gi, and high-level Gi training. Classes cater to children (ages 3-6 and 7-12), youth, adults, and women, ensuring specialized attention for each participant. Head Professor Andre Gomes, a third-degree black belt, leads the instruction at Carlson Gracie Lewisville. His lineage traces through Carlos Gracie Sr > Helio Gracie > Carlson Gracie > Otavio "Peixotinho" > Alvaro Gonçalves "Ganso" > Andre Gomes. Professor Gomes has achieved numerous competition accolades including 3rd place at the World Master IBJJF Championship 2021, 2nd place at the World IBJJF No-Gi Championship 2021, and multiple IBJJF tournament victories. The coaching team also includes Professor Lucas Garcia (black belt), Professor Gary Deutschendorf (black belt and co-owner), Camila Souza (blue belt, program director and co-owner), and Coach Wagner Prado "Caldeirao" (Muay Thai coach and former UFC fighter). **Status:** Active ## Contact Information **Address:** 3964 State Hwy 121, Suite 750 Lewisville, TX 75056, United States **Phone:** (469)744-0806 **Email:** info@carlsongraciedfw.com **Website:** https://www.carlsongraciedfw.com **Social Media:** - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carlsongraciedfw/?hl=en - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carlsongraciedfw/ ## Instructors ### Andre Gomes - Black **Role:** Head Instructor **Bio:** Professor Andre Gomes was born in 1988 in Sao Paulo, Brazil. He started his Jiu-Jitsu journey in 2002 at age 14. During his career, he lived in Dubai for 4 years coaching the United Arab Emirates Army, then became a Professor in the United States in 2018. In 2021 he opened Carlson Gracie Lewisville with his partners Camila and Gary. ### Camila Souza - Blue **Role:** Instructor **Bio:** Camila Souza is the owner and program director at Carlson Gracie Lewisville, where she also serves as the assistant for the kids' program and women's only classes. ### Gary Deutschendorf - Black **Role:** Instructor **Bio:** Professor Gary is an esteemed Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with years of experience honing his skills and sharing his passion for Jiu-Jitsu. ### Lucas Garcia - Black **Role:** Instructor **Bio:** Lucas Garcia, a decorated Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, brings a wealth of competition experience and skill to Carlson Gracie Lewisville. Originally from Jardim, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil. ### Wagner Prado **Role:** Instructor **Bio:** Coach Wagner Caldeirao is a name synonymous with excellence in Muay Thai and MMA. As a seasoned UFC fighter, he brings extensive professional fighting experience to his coaching. ## Programs ### BJJ All Levels **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** All-levels Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes open to students of all skill levels **Classes:** ### BJJ Advanced **Skill Level:** Advanced **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Advanced Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program for experienced practitioners **Classes:** ### BJJ Kids 3-6yo **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Fun and educational BJJ program for young children ages 3-6 **Classes:** ### BJJ Youth 7-12yo **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Youth Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program for ages 7-12 **Classes:** ### BJJ Women's Only **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Women-only Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes in a supportive environment **Classes:** ### BJJ No-Gi **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** No-Gi grappling without the traditional gi uniform **Classes:** ### BJJ Homeschool Kids **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Special daytime program for homeschool children **Classes:** ### BJJ Kids Competition Class **Skill Level:** Intermediate **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Competition-focused training for kids **Classes:** ### Muay Thai All Levels **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Muay Thai kickboxing for all skill levels **Classes:** ### Open Mat **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** all_ages **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Open mat time for free training **Classes:** --- **Last Updated:** March 10, 2026 **Data Source:** BJJ.Space (https://bjj.space/gyms/united-states/texas/lewisville/carlson-gracie-lewisville)