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Flow Grappling Academy
5 ★★★★★ 66 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Port Charlotte, 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
- 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 flowgrapplingacademy.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (941) 228-7127
Hours
| Monday | 4–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 4–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 4–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 4–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 4–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 7–9 AM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My son has been attending the home school and night classes as a beginner in both Wrestling and Brazilian jiu jitsu for almost a year now.”
“Whether you’re wanting to try out Jiu-Jitsu for the first time or you’re training for ADCC Worlds, Flow Grappling is the place for you”
“They allowed me to participate in their Open Mats class, which consisted of 6 min rounds.”
“Without a doubt, this is the best place for both you and your child to learn self-defense.”
“My son has been attending the home school and night classes as a beginner in both Wrestling and Brazilian jiu jitsu for almost a year now.”
Other martial arts here
“My son has been attending the home school and night classes as a beginner in both Wrestling and Brazilian jiu jitsu for almost a year now.”
What members say
“What's really made the difference is our instructor. He’s amazing at breaking down techniques and making sure everyone understands, regardless of their size or strength.”
“My son has been attending the home school and night classes as a beginner in both Wrestling and Brazilian jiu jitsu for almost a year now.”
“His members were super welcoming, fun, and flowy to roll with, and I felt like I learned a lot from his easy to follow instruction.”
“He’s amazing at breaking down techniques and making sure everyone understands, regardless of their size or strength.”
“It's a great workout, a great way to meet people, and the instructor has made all the difference.”
“Our son (10) competes at the highest level and with Coach Adam’s guidance, has gained confidence, success on and off the mats, and is always eager to learn.”
From the reviews
I started jujitsu a couple of months ago, and I've loved it since! I was nervous at first, but the community is super supportive and welcoming. What's really made the difference is our instructor. He’s amazing at breaking down techniques and making sure everyone understands, regardless of their size or strength.
This is hands down the best place to train for the whole family. My wife, our three kids, and I all attend classes here, and it has been an amazing experience for us. Adam is a fantastic coach who truly cares about the people he trains, not just as students but as individuals.
Flow grappling is an amazing academy not only for Jiu Jitsu but also for its community. Everyone is treated with respect and like family. Adam is an extremely detailed and dedicated coach from kids to adults. I highly recommend Flow Grappling Academy
We are so thankful for this gym! The coach is beyond incredible at teaching Jiu jitsu and even more so connecting with the kids. The community that has been created here is like our family! You will not regret coming here for your kids or yourself!
New to BJJ? Start at Flow Grappling Academy
Flow Grappling Academy 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 Flow Grappling Academy
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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