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FUTURE SCHOOL OF JIU JITSU-ST JAMES

5 ★★★★★ 57 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Port St. Lucie, Florida

BJJ gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens No-gi Competition team

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
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  • Website & schedule futurejiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 772-999-4032

Hours

Monday 4:30–8 pm
Tuesday 4:30–8 pm
Wednesday 4:30–8 pm
Thursday 4:30–8 pm
Friday 4:30–8 pm
Saturday Closed
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 FUTURE SCHOOL OF JIU JITSU-ST JAMES, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 9 mentions

“My son and I have been training with future for 9 months now and we couldn’t be happier.”

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🏆 Competition Team 2 mentions

“Whether you want to train for fun, to compete, to get in shape, and/or for self defense you can find it here.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 4 mentions

“Whether you want to train for fun, to compete, to get in shape, and/or for self defense you can find it here.”

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🌱 Beginners 3 mentions

“The St James location has a brand new tatame and now it is bigger, very thoughtful because more people joined the family so they focused on give us a spacious place to train!”

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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 FUTURE SCHOOL OF JIU JITSU-ST JAMES — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

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 57 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 2 mentions
🌱 welcoming to beginners 3 mentions

“If you're looking to break into Jiu Jitsu for the first time or coming back to it after a long time, Future School is the place for you!”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 29 mentions

“I have been training with the Feliz family for 3 years now and I can say with confidence that their school is healthy place to be.”

📘 strong technique & fundamentals 2 mentions

“They don’t just teach the techniques, they live the lifestyle, and it shows in how they coach and support their students.”

great workout & conditioning 2 mentions

“I have lost weight and am learning something new in the process.”

active competition team 2 mentions

“Whether you want to train for fun, to compete, to get in shape, and/or for self defense you can find it here.”

From the reviews

Future School of Jiu-Jitsu is hands down the best jiu-jitsu school around. The knowledge of Professor Thaisio and Professor Igor are like no other. They provide top of the line training and instruction. The school has several coaches who are also very experienced and have a wealth of knowledge.

★★★★★ — Sam, Oct 2021

I cannot say enough great things about Future School of Jiu Jitsu. My Son has been attending classes here for 10 months. He is absolutely obsessed and thriving. You will not find a more family oriented environment. I have recently joined too as a 34 year old out of shape mother and absolutely love my time on the mat.

★★★★★ — Abigail, Oct 2021

All three of my children are students of the Future School of Jiu Jitsu and love it. All of the coaches are excellent and take their time with each child to ensure the comprehend the lessons. I would recommend them to any family wanting to teach their children discipline and focus.

★★★★★ — Jim, Oct 2021

My son and I have been training here almost four years, and we absolutely love it. The gym is always super clean and has such a welcoming family atmosphere. It’s family owned, and you can really feel the heart and integrity they put into every aspect.

★★★★★ — Taylor, Oct 2025

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New to BJJ? Start at FUTURE SCHOOL OF JIU JITSU-ST JAMES

FUTURE SCHOOL OF JIU JITSU-ST JAMES 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.

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Your first BJJ class at FUTURE SCHOOL OF JIU JITSU-ST JAMES

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 FUTURE SCHOOL OF JIU JITSU-ST JAMES

5481 NW St James Dr, Port St. Lucie, FL34983

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