# Brazilian Top Team - BTT Jax > Jacksonville, United States | #<Affiliation:0x00006323e1f4d860> ## Overview **Name:** Brazilian Top Team - BTT Jax **Affiliation:** #<Affiliation:0x00006323e1f4d860> **Description:** Brazilian Top Team Jacksonville (BTT Jax) is Northeast Florida's premier Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy, representing one of the most successful teams in BJJ history. Brazilian Top Team has produced numerous world champions and has established itself as a powerhouse in both sport grappling and mixed martial arts. BTT Jax brings this world-class training methodology to Jacksonville, offering authentic instruction in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, No-Gi grappling, and Muay Thai in a family-oriented environment. At BTT Jax, the academy is committed to helping each student reach their personal goals, whether learning self-defense, becoming a successful competitor in martial arts, or getting in shape in a fun and engaging way. The facility features 2,400 square feet of training space, including 1,600 square feet of continuous mat space, providing an optimal training environment. The academy's approach focuses on technical precision, combining fundamental BJJ techniques with advanced strategies, ensuring students develop a well-rounded skill set suitable for both self-defense and sport competition. The academy is led by head instructor Marcello "Salazar" Bergo, a world champion 4th degree black belt under Murilo Bustamante. Professor Bergo has competed and won at the highest levels of BJJ, submission grappling, freestyle and Greco-Roman wrestling, and mixed martial arts. His technical knowledge and competition experience, combined with his dedication to teaching, make him an exceptional instructor. Marcello has brought his expertise to Jacksonville with the aim of producing the most successful BJJ program in the area, striving to teach his students everything he knows about BJJ while maintaining a welcoming, family-oriented atmosphere. **Status:** Active ## Contact Information **Address:** 13529 Beach Blvd, #206 and #207 Jacksonville, PA 32224, United States **Phone:** 904-440-8934 **Email:** info@bttjax.com **Website:** https://bttjax.com **Social Media:** - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/bttjax - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bttjax ## Hours of Operation - Monday: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM - Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM - Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM - Thursday: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM - Friday: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM - Saturday: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM - Sunday: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM ## Instructors ### Marcello Bergo - Black **Role:** Head Instructor **Bio:** Marcello 'Salazar' Bergo is a world champion 4th Degree Black Belt under Murilo Bustamante and a representative of Brazilian Top Team. He has competed and won at the highest levels of BJJ, Submission Grappling, Freestyle and Greco-Roman wrestling, and mixed martial arts. His technical knowledge and competition experience make him an exceptional instructor who is committed to teaching his students everything he knows about BJJ. ## Programs ### Adult BJJ (Gi) **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** The BTT Jax Adult Program is designed to teach beginners the fundamentals of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and to help develop experienced practitioners become more well-rounded martial artists. Traditional BJJ training in the gi (uniform) focusing on technique, leverage, and positional control. **Classes:** ### Adult BJJ (No-Gi) **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** No-Gi grappling classes focusing on submission wrestling without the traditional gi. Perfect for MMA training or students who prefer training without the uniform. **Classes:** ### Youth BJJ **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Brazilian Jiu Jitsu program for kids and teenagers ages 4-15. Students learn self-defense techniques through skill-building games, physical conditioning, and mental preparation. Students develop important character traits, confidence, discipline, and coordination. **Classes:** ### Muay Thai **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Traditional Muay Thai striking, defense, and footwork training. Students learn the 'Art of Eight Limbs' through timed drilling and sparring rounds with partners, developing striking skills, cardio, and mental toughness. **Classes:** ### Open Mat **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** all_ages **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Free training sessions for BTT Jax members to practice techniques, spar, and drill. Open mat provides opportunity for self-directed training and skill development. **Classes:** --- **Last Updated:** March 10, 2026 **Data Source:** BJJ.Space (https://bjj.space/gyms/united-states/pennsylvania/jacksonville/brazilian-top-team-btt-jax)