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Carlson Gracie Orlando

5 ★★★★★ 105 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Ocoee, Florida

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BJJ gym Free trial Affiliated Kids & teens

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

  • 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
  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Women's classes dedicated women's BJJ classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule carlsongracieorlando.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (407) 421-1198

Hours

Monday 5 AM–9:30 PM
Tuesday 5:30–8:30 PM
Wednesday 5 AM–9:30 PM
Thursday 5:30–8:30 PM
Friday 5 AM–8:30 PM
Saturday 8 AM–12 PM
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, seminars, and open-gym times — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

BJJ classes on the schedule at Carlson Gracie Orlando, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 35 mentions

“I was worried at first as my son is on the spectrum and does have some motor skills that aren't always on par with others but this has benefitted him so much.”

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💪 Women's BJJ

“They are also family friendly and offer classes for kids, adults, & women’s only classes!”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 3 mentions

“Self defense for our girls has been a non-negotiable, but it hasn't always been easy to get them into class until we started at the Carlson Gracie Orlando BJJ gym.”

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Other martial arts here

BJJ gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at Carlson Gracie Orlando — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🥊 Boxing

“I have even done the kick boxing class with coach Rey and it’s a great workout.”

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🦵 Kickboxing

“I have even done the kick boxing class with coach Rey and it’s a great workout.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want MMA, muay thai, or wrestling alongside your BJJ, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 105 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 7 mentions

“I have been in the martial arts world throughout my life and Coach Riley is the best youth instructor I’ve seen.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 5 mentions

“The growth in her confidence, physical strength, and overall engagement is a testament to the school's exceptional curriculum, supportive instructors, and welcoming atmosphere.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 22 mentions

“The instructor for the kids - Coach Riley - creates such a great welcoming atmosphere for the kids.”

📘 strong technique & fundamentals 4 mentions

“My daughter is always begging to come to BJJ day after day, and always leaves getting a great workout and learning solid technique.”

great workout & conditioning 2 mentions

“My daughter is always begging to come to BJJ day after day, and always leaves getting a great workout and learning solid technique.”

🧒 strong kids program 8 mentions

“The transformation I've witnessed in my daughter's confidence level has been truly remarkable.”

From the reviews

Empowering Growth and Confidence: A Review of My Daughter's Jiu-Jitsu School Over the past two years, my daughter's journey at her Jiu-Jitsu school has been nothing short of remarkable. The impact it has had on her confidence, strength, and overall development is truly inspiring.

★★★★★ — Joseph, Aug 2023

Excellent Brazilian Jiujitsu training in Ocoee Florida. My 8-year-old daughter trains with the kids group and loves coming. The instructor for the kids - Coach Riley - creates such a great welcoming atmosphere for the kids.

★★★★★ — Tyler, May 2026

My son started jiu-jitsu back in February and loves it. We have seen him grow so much already in the last 6 months. Thiago has created a family like atmosphere here, and my son loves coming to practice. I have even done the kick boxing class with coach Rey and it’s a great workout.

★★★★★ — Nicole, Jul 2024

Took my four year-old son for a trial class and he loved it. The professor Thiago is super patient and firm with the kids. He’s doing an amazing job. This has helped my son come out of his show and giving him confidence like I never thought. Thank you for your dedication.

★★★★★ — Juan, Aug 2024

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Your first BJJ class at Carlson Gracie Orlando

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.

BJJ is a contact sport. Ease in, tap early and often, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Carlson Gracie Orlando

576 Maguire Rd, Ocoee, FL34761

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