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Concept Jiu-Jitsu of Clearwater
5 ★★★★★ 131 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Clearwater, Florida
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
- 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 conceptjiu-jitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (727) 966-2206
Hours
| Monday | 10:30 AM–1 PM, 4:30–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 10:30 AM–1 PM, 4–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:30 AM–1 PM, 4–8 PM |
| Thursday | 10:30 AM–1 PM, 4–8 PM |
| Friday | 10:30 AM–1 PM, 4:30–7:30 PM |
| Saturday | 10–11:30 AM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Both of my kids (ages 6 and 4) take classes here and they always have so much fun without even realizing they’re learning important self defense skills.”
“Whether it's Gi or No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu, self-defense techniques, or intense sparring sessions, there's something for everyone.”
“Whether it's Gi or No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu, self-defense techniques, or intense sparring sessions, there's something for everyone.”
“In the future if they do decide to compete, learning from Pedro, who is a multi time world champion, is the man I want coaching them.”
“I stopped in for an open mat session and was incredibly impressed with the skill level AND friendliness of the staff!”
“His Military and Law Enforcement background gives him a unique ability to teach self-defense that is practical to the environment that everyday citizens may encounter.”
“The instructor is really good at breaking down the steps so that all levels can grasp the lesson.”
Other martial arts here
“Brian instructs a strong fundamental understanding of Jiu Jitsu, wrestling, and overall concepts of control leading to submission.”
What members say
“Brian Frias is an absolute professional and amazing instructor.”
“Concept Gym left a lasting impression with its top-notch facility, skilled instructors, and welcoming atmosphere.”
“Concept Gym left a lasting impression with its top-notch facility, skilled instructors, and welcoming atmosphere.”
“The owners have clearly invested in maintaining a first-class facility, and it shows in every detail.”
“My kids absolutely love Professor Pedro and Brian.”
“The gym itself is spacious, well-organized, and impeccably clean, creating a conducive environment for learning and training.”
From the reviews
I’ve trained with Brian for over the last 7 years since starting Jiu Jitsu. His instructorship has allowed me to progress quicker than many of my peers. With so much available information online it was difficult to know what to focus on when I was first starting.
Brian is an excellent coach, VERY nice guy, and one of the rare high level practitioners of jiujitsu who also personally dives deep into the art and science of teaching and coaching.
We have found our home! My children and husband have started training Brazilian jiu jitsu at Concept BJJ. From the moment we walked in the door, there was a great family atmosphere. Everyone at the gym was welcoming, and the facility was very clean.
I’ve only been training Jiu Jitsu for about 3 months on and off, so most of my time has been with Concept. However, when I first moved to Clearwater, I tried every gym in the area trying to find the one I liked the most. Concept has the most spacious, cleanest & nicest facility I have been in!
New to BJJ? Start at Concept Jiu-Jitsu of Clearwater
Concept Jiu-Jitsu of Clearwater 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 Concept Jiu-Jitsu of Clearwater
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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