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BlackHat Jiu Jitsu Club
5 ★★★★★ 39 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Jacksonville, Florida
Plan your first class
- Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- No-gi no-gi grappling classes — training in a rashguard and shorts, with faster scrambles and a natural bridge to MMA
- Open mat open-mat rolling sessions for members to practice live — always optional and at your own pace
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule blackhatjiujitsuclub.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (904) 373-8809
Hours
| Monday | 6–7 AM, 6–7 PM |
| Tuesday | 6–7 AM, 6–7 PM |
| Wednesday | 6–7 AM, 6–7 PM |
| Thursday | 6–7 AM, 6–7 PM |
| Friday | 6–7 AM |
| Saturday | 9–11:30 AM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Truly a group of people who are here to help you succeed regardless of if you are a competitor or hobbyist!”
“The instructors are knowledgeable, patient, and make everyone feel comfortable, whether you’re a beginner or experienced.”
“It’s also very kid-friendly, which means the world to me as a parent.”
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What members say
“They have successfully created a positive and welcoming environment where everyone is supported and can gain something from each session.”
“They have successfully created a positive and welcoming environment where everyone is supported and can gain something from each session.”
“The coaches really take the time to make sure you understand the moves being taught and help you fine tune those small details that other gyms miss out on.”
From the reviews
Great place to train regardless of your skill level. Everyone is welcoming! The instructors will tailor what you’re learning to your size and athleticism. The gym trains both gi and no gi. Rolls start from standing so students have a chance to develop their take downs.
Great place to train! The community and atmosphere is welcoming for new-comers and experienced grapplers alike. Both instructors take the time to make sure you understand the training and will provide you valuable feedback throughout the class.
This is an outstanding Jiu Jitsu gym. The instruction is top-notch with clear, structured classes that balance technique, drilling, and live training. The atmosphere is professional yet welcoming, and the training partners are skilled, respectful, and push you to improve every session.
Getting back into jiu-jitsu after losing my husband has been one of the hardest but most healing decisions I’ve ever made—and I truly believe I landed at the perfect place with BlackHat Jiu Jitsu Club. From the moment I walked in, I was met with nothing but kindness, support, and encouragement.
New to BJJ? Start at BlackHat Jiu Jitsu Club
BlackHat Jiu Jitsu Club comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. If you've never rolled or set foot on a mat, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard rolling — reputable gyms build fundamentals (positions, escapes, and basic submissions) for weeks, live rolling eases in gradually, and tapping early keeps every roll safe. Third, all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out, and leave your ego at the door. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first BJJ class at BlackHat Jiu Jitsu Club
Nervous about walking into a BJJ gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling basic positions and escapes with a partner — not hard sparring. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: athletic wear you can move in (or a gi if you have one); you'll train barefoot on the mats. What to bring: water and a mouthguard if you have one — many gyms lend a loaner gi for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gi (or a rashguard and shorts for no-gi) and a mouthguard. Live rolling eases in gradually, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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