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Carlson Gracie JiuJitsu Hot Box MMA
4.9 ★★★★★ 221 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Melbourne, Florida
Part of Carlson Gracie
Affiliated academy — reviews and the gym's own info point to a recognized BJJ lineage or affiliation (think Gracie Barra, 10th Planet, Renzo Gracie, Alliance, Atos or Checkmat). If lineage matters to you, ask which affiliation the academy belongs to and under whom the head instructor earned their black belt.
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
- No-gi no-gi grappling classes — training in a rashguard and shorts, with faster scrambles and a natural bridge to MMA
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule bjjmelbournefl.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (321) 890-8037
Hours
| Monday | 10 AM–1 PM, 4:30–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 10:45 AM–1 PM, 4:30–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–1 PM, 4:30–9 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–1 PM, 4:30–9 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–1 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Teaches MMA, Jiu jitsu gi and no gi, kick boxing, muay tai, and also kid classes too!”
“This has been an amazing place for them to grow and become the amazing teens they are now.”
“Teaches MMA, Jiu jitsu gi and no gi, kick boxing, muay tai, and also kid classes too!”
“Teaches MMA, Jiu jitsu gi and no gi, kick boxing, muay tai, and also kid classes too!”
“We have a large BJJ competition team and a roster of amature and pro MMA fighters.”
“That being said, it’s super beginner friendly and you can train at the pace that suites you the best.”
Other martial arts here
“Teaches MMA, Jiu jitsu gi and no gi, kick boxing, muay tai, and also kid classes too!”
“Teaches MMA, Jiu jitsu gi and no gi, kick boxing, muay tai, and also kid classes too!”
“Teaches MMA, Jiu jitsu gi and no gi, kick boxing, muay tai, and also kid classes too!”
“Teaches MMA, Jiu jitsu gi and no gi, kick boxing, muay tai, and also kid classes too!”
What members say
“David is a great instructor, it’s welcoming environment and they offer several time slots to train each day.”
“The instruction is top-notch, the community is welcoming, and we’ve seen incredible growth in both skills and confidence.”
“Coach Sutton was very friendly, and I got to chat with him in between rolls and said I am welcome back whenever I go back to Florida.”
“My son is in the homeschool class and loves it.”
“We have a large BJJ competition team and a roster of amature and pro MMA fighters.”
From the reviews
Hotbox Jiu-Jitsu in Melbourne is a great place to train. David runs a welcoming gym with a solid mix of instruction, drilling, and rolling. The atmosphere is friendly, and you can tell he cares about creating a space where everyone feels comfortable learning and improving.
My kids absolutely love coming here! The instructors are encouraging, knowledgeable, and great with children of all ages. The homeschool classes have been a huge bonus and provide such a welcoming, positive environment for families.
Last week I got to spend 8 days in Florida and was given the opportunity to drop in at this gym after messaging them through Instagram. I HIGHLY recommend visiting this gym, the team at Hot Box welcomed me like one of their own and had a great training atmosphere.
Started a few months ago, greatest group of humans ever, coaches are great, everyone is willing to help with tips and pointers. Joining isn’t like a regular place, you become family! Update as of 9/22/24 I am still training here and stand by every word. I originally started in April of 2020.
New to BJJ? Start at Carlson Gracie JiuJitsu Hot Box MMA
Carlson Gracie JiuJitsu Hot Box MMA 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 Carlson Gracie JiuJitsu Hot Box MMA
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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