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Capitao Jiu Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts, INC
4.9 ★★★★★ 128 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Fort Walton Beach, Florida
Plan your first class
- 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
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule capitaomma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 850-226-8257
Hours
| Monday | 4–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 11 am–12 pm, 5–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 11 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 11 am–12 pm, 5–9 pm |
| Friday | 5–8 pm |
| Saturday | 11 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Amazing kids classes focused on building self confidence, self-discipline, and bully proofing.”
“The kid's classes are a great mix of skill levels, ranging from ones who enjoy the hobby after school to serious competitors.”
“Whether you're looking to learn self-defense, improve your physical fitness, or simply engage in a fulfilling martial arts journey, this academy is the perfect place to do so.”
“The coaches are incredibly patient when explaining techniques to beginners or discussing the mist minute details with a studied practitioners.”
Other martial arts here
“Capitao MMA has exceptional instructors, a well-rounded curriculum, and a welcoming community that creates an unbeatable training environment.”
“They possess a deep understanding of various martial arts disciplines, including Jiu Jitsu, MMA, judo and several other disciplines.”
What members say
“I highly recommend to anyone that believes in working hard to earn what you get and desires world class instructions.”
“This martial arts academy truly deserves a five-star rating for its exceptional training, knowledgeable (and handsome) instructors, and welcoming atmosphere.”
“This martial arts academy truly deserves a five-star rating for its exceptional training, knowledgeable (and handsome) instructors, and welcoming atmosphere.”
“The coaches are incredibly patient when explaining techniques to beginners or discussing the mist minute details with a studied practitioners.”
“The kid's classes are a great mix of skill levels, ranging from ones who enjoy the hobby after school to serious competitors.”
“The facility itself is clean, well-maintained, and well equipped to help you meet your goals as a martial artist.”
From the reviews
I wanted to find a place to get my Jiu jitsu fix while down for a week on vacation. After a little bit of searching I found Capitao who looked like they had a solid line up of instructors. Went to thier early morning class and I was impressed.
TL:DR - their kids jiu jitsu program is fantastic and your kid should do it! My 7-year-old son had been begging us for months to let him do martial arts. Capitao was close by so we went in to try out their younger kids class. At first, he was disappointed there was no striking in jiu jitsu.
We travel from Miramar Beach to train here and it has been so worth it!! I am blown away by how much my kids have learned in such a short period of time. Their confidence and skill level has grown immensely.
My job takes me many places in the world, and I had looked many years for a gym to bring my family to for training. After looking for several years I found Capitao. The quality of the instructors are equal or better to the top gyms in the world. There is an incredible environment for kids and adults.
New to BJJ? Start at Capitao Jiu Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts, INC
Capitao Jiu Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts, INC comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. 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 Capitao Jiu Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts, INC
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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