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ELEV8 Grappling
5 ★★★★★ 8 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Fort Myers, 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
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule elev8grappling.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 239-245-1084
Hours
| Monday | 4:30–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 12–1 pm, 5:30–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 5:30–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 4:30–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 12–1 pm, 5:30–8:30 pm |
| Saturday | 11 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Since joining, my son has gained so much confidence, discipline, and self-esteem.”
“The adult classes are high level jiu jitsu, while still being incredibly welcoming for beginners.”
What members say
“The environment is positive, disciplined, and welcoming, and our kids have gained so much confidence, respect, and skill since joining.”
“The environment is positive, disciplined, and welcoming, and our kids have gained so much confidence, respect, and skill since joining.”
“The attention to detail at this gym is truly exceptional.”
“The environment is positive, disciplined, and welcoming, and our kids have gained so much confidence, respect, and skill since joining.”
“From the spotless facilities and beautiful atmosphere to the care and professionalism of the instructors, everything reflects a genuine passion for what they do.”
“The environment is positive, disciplined, and welcoming, and our kids have gained so much confidence, respect, and skill since joining.”
From the reviews
From the moment you walk into Elev8 Grappling, you instantly feel at home. You’re greeted with smiles, upbeat music, the smell of fresh coffee, and an atmosphere that is welcoming and full of positive energy.
We absolutely love this jiu jitsu school! The instructors are wonderful, professional, and truly care about the kids. They create such a safe, positive, and encouraging environment where children can grow in confidence, discipline, and respect.
The attention to detail at this gym is truly exceptional. From the spotless facilities and beautiful atmosphere to the care and professionalism of the instructors, everything reflects a genuine passion for what they do.
We absolutely love this Jiu Jitsu school for our kids! The instructors are amazing — patient, encouraging, and truly care about every child’s growth both on and off the mats. The environment is positive, disciplined, and welcoming, and our kids have gained so much confidence, respect, and skill since joining.
New to BJJ? Start at ELEV8 Grappling
ELEV8 Grappling 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 ELEV8 Grappling
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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