BJJ Gyms in Florida, United States

Brazilian Top Team - Palencia

Brazilian Top Team Palencia is a proud affiliate of Brazilian Top Team, one of the oldest and most decorated martial arts teams in the world. Established in 2000 by a group of Carlson Gracie students led by Murilo Bustamante, Brazilian Top Team developed and created new training techniques for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, submission wrestling, and mixed martial arts. Through strict professional work and extensive study of martial arts, BTT established itself as one of the best mixed martial arts teams globally. At BTT Palencia, students train under the guidance of experienced instructors who emphasize technical excellence, proper leverage, and the fundamental principle that a smaller, weaker person can defeat a bigger, stronger opponent through technique. The gym offers comprehensive training programs for both children and adults, with a focus on creating an enjoyable and easily grasped learning environment. Training includes both Gi and No-Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, allowing students to develop well-rounded grappling skills. The coaching staff at BTT Palencia brings decades of combined experience in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and martial arts. Head instructor Michael Brennan is a 3rd degree black belt under Marcello Bergo with a direct lineage to the Gracie family through Mitsuyo Maeda, Carlos Gracie, Carlson Gracie, Murilo Bustamante, and Marcello Bergo. As a lifelong martial artist, Mike holds black belts in Kajukenbo and Shaolin Goju and is an inductee in the United States Martial Arts Hall of Fame (2011). The team also includes Mike Bland, a 4th degree black belt and retired police sergeant with over 25 years of coaching experience, and Reed Hepperly, a black belt with more than 30 years of grappling experience who founded the first BJJ school in Mayagüez, Puerto Rico.

Nelson Jiu-Jitsu

Founder Ricky Nelson discovered Jiu Jitsu during challenging periods of life, using training to manage stress, build discipline, and develop composure under pressure. As a firefighter and veteran, Ricky brings responsibility and calm decision-making into every class. American Jiu Jitsu is taught as a system of defense, control, and accountability — never aggression. Today, the academy is a trusted place for kids, teens, and adults to train safely, improve confidence, and grow in a respectful environment.

New Journey Jiu-Jitsu

New Journey takes immense pride in promoting a vibrant closed-knit community centered around the art of Jiu Jitsu. Our academy is not just a training ground, it is a family of dedicated individuals on a shared journey of growth, discipline, and respect. With highly experienced instructors and a welcoming atmosphere, where every lesson goes beyond the mats, we are committed to providing more than just self-defense skills.

EFJ

The trial class is for those who have never tried Brazilian Jiu Jitsu before. It will prepare you to safely enter group classes. When you schedule your class, you will have your date and time set, your GI separated ready and clean, you will start your class in a very light way through the essential movements and techniques of out instructors. There will be no rolls “sparring” or complicated techniques involved in this class; you will learn basic movements that anyone can engage in.

Manasota Jiu Jitsu

Manasota Jiu Jitsu offers multiple classes a day in gi and no gi Jiu Jitsu, and we are open 7 days a week. We teach Brazilian Jiu Jitsu to students in Lakewood Ranch, Bradenton, and Sarasota. We have classes for kids, beginners, experts and everyone in between.

Raiz Jiu jitsu

At Raiz Jiu-Jitsu, we help kids, teens, and adults build confidence, discipline, and real-world self-defense skills in a supportive, family-friendly environment. Whether you're brand new or a seasoned athlete, our world-class instructors and proven programs will guide you every step of the way.

Black Tie Jiu-Jitsu Tallahassee

Black Tie Jiu-Jitsu Tallahassee, led by Professor Shane Weinischke, offers comprehensive Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training in Tallahassee, Florida. The academy provides instruction in both gi and no-gi grappling, kickboxing, and wrestling for students of all ages and skill levels. Professor Shane Weinischke is a 2nd degree Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu who has trained at prestigious academies including the BJJ Art Academy in Itacoatiara, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and the world-renowned De La Riva Jiu-Jitsu Academy in Copacabana. As a retired professional Mixed Martial Artist who debuted in 2006, Shane competed at the highest regional level with victories in The RFC: Reality Fighting Championship, Island Fights, and other promotions throughout the Southeast. He has been actively competing in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu since 2005 and continues to train and compete regularly. Beyond coaching, Shane has extensive experience as a promoter, having organized and hosted over a dozen amateur competition events, and has served as a certified judge, referee, and commissioner throughout the State of Florida. The coaching team includes four additional black and brown belts: Joshua Elliott (Black Belt, amateur MMA record 5-4 with 3 submission victories, SEC Bantamweight Champion, NewBreed Jiu Jitsu Federation Advanced No Gi Champion), Gus Martinez (Black Belt, training since 2016, U.S. Army Veteran, full-time ICU Nurse), Jacqi Martin (Brown Belt, Copa America No Gi Champion, Fuji Gold Medalist, training since 2011, Yoga Instructor), and Stephen Khandjian (Brown Belt, amateur MMA victory by submission, full-time Paramedic). The academy offers specialized programs including morning classes, all-levels fundamentals, juniors programs (wrestling and BJJ), competition team training, open mat sessions, and personal coaching for functional fitness, self-defense, kickboxing, wrestling, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

Caridian Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Caridian Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu was established in 2020 by Professor Alan Ribeiro, a black belt under Fabio Novaes. Located in Tampa, Florida, Caridian BJJ offers a welcoming environment for practitioners of all skill levels to learn and grow in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Professor Alan Ribeiro is a lifelong athlete who began his journey as a competitive swimmer in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. He moved to the United States at age 14 to pursue his swimming career, earning a scholarship at Florida State University where he helped coach both Men's and Women's teams to Atlantic Coast Conference Championship titles. Alan committed fully to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in 2010 when he met his professor, Fabio Novaes, in Lakeland, FL. He has been teaching under Fabio Novaes since 2016. Professor Alan's competition accomplishments include being an IBJJF Pan American champion, multiple-time IBJJF champion, Newbreed Advanced champion, multiple-time NAGA champion, and American Grappling Federation Advanced champion. His teaching philosophy focuses on making Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu accessible to everyone while maintaining high technical standards. The gym offers flexible membership options including 2x per week, 3x per week, and unlimited training plans, with special rates for kids, military members, and students of Fabio Novaes.

Primata BJJ

We believe Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a _huge_ benefit to the community. Jiu Jitsu has improved our own lives, and we feel grateful to have been taught by others who were incredibly generous with their time and knowledge. At Primata Brazilian Jiu Jitsu our mission is to share the same opportunity for _incredible_ accomplishment and personal resilience, which _only_ comes from training BJJ. If you train BJJ you will experience significant physical health benefits such as weight loss, muscle gains, increased flexibility, mobility, coordination and agility. BJJ is also known to increase mental wellness by reducing stress and alleviating anxiety. The nature of training BJJ instills in you a strength of character and resilience that benefits all aspects your life.

Erick Tavares Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Loyalty BJJ is a jiu-jitsu school in Washington Township, NJ, dedicated to teaching the foundation of martial arts, not only in the technical and competitive factor, but in the practitioner's moral and physical development. The academy emphasizes respect, discipline, and community, offering top-notch training in a supportive environment. Head instructor Erick Tavares is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt with over 30 years of Jiu Jitsu experience. Erick started training at age 17, and through his dedication, climbed the ranks to become a professional fighter himself. He is a proud coach for his team at Loyalty BJJ, representing the continuation of knowledge passed to him by his professor, Grand Master Jairo Moura. Loyalty BJJ offers programs for both children and adults, with classes available throughout the week. The academy stands out for its commitment to each student's growth and the collective values of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, providing expert training whether students are aiming for fitness, self-defense, or competition.

Family Martins Martial Arts

Family Martins Martial Arts is a Christian family academy based in Umatilla, Florida. Founded in 2021 when Professor Claudio Martins and his family moved from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, the academy is dedicated to sharing their passion for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and martial arts. Their mission extends beyond teaching the real Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and self-defense techniques to creating an atmosphere that fosters growth, humility, and family values. The academy is led by Professor Claudio Martins, a 5th degree BJJ black belt from Gracie Humaitá Niterói and a 3rd degree Kodokan Judo black belt from CBJ. With more than 42 years of experience, Professor Claudio has taught multiple world champions and is himself a world and Pan-American champion. He is passionate about the art of Jiu-Jitsu and self-defense techniques. Alongside him, Coach Karoline Martins, a 1st degree BJJ black belt from Gracie Humaitá Niterói and 1st degree Kodokan Judo black belt from CBJ, brings 19 years of experience specializing in women's and children's programs. She is a 3rd place world champion and 2nd place Pan-American champion, with a passion for martial arts and practical self-defense applications. The academy operates on ten core principles: God, Family, Respect, Discipline, Focus, Confidence, Safety, Leadership, Friendship, and Hierarchy. They ensure that students and their families train in a safe space while gaining lifelong skills that build character and confidence.