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Gator Family Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
4.8 ★★★★★ 37 Google reviews · BJJ gym in DeLand, 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
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule gatorfamilybjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (386) 624-6739
Hours
| Monday | 5–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 5–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–8 PM |
| Thursday | 5–7 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My son has been training here for 10 months now, we knew within his first week that he was going to really love it!”
“My son started the teen class two years ago, after other sports and clubs didn’t really work out for him.”
“You aren't pushed to compete, but that option is available if you chose to do so.”
“Lots of fun, an excellent workout, meet cool new people, and learn self defense.”
“The coaching staff are fantastic and build a safe and supportive environment where students of all skill levels can feel welcomed and confident.”
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What members say
“Great instructions and he makes sure you know the technique.”
“We toured a few places first and this was by far the most welcoming and family oriented place.”
“Leeann, made us feel so comfortable from our very first phone call to ask about signing our son up, and is always a friendly face and a warm welcome.”
“GFBJJ is an AMAZING place to take your kids to learn techniques, (Defensive) and (Offensive) depending your route!”
“We’ve watched our son grow in not only his technique but with discipline and leadership skills as well.”
From the reviews
Top notch instruction! I am new to BJJ, and this studio could not be more welcoming and friendly. Coach is very knowledgeable and patient. He will always make sure everyone understands what he is going over. My fellow students are all very friendly and always eager to help and give tips.
Been training with Wallace (Gator) for a couple of years; his compassionate and patient demeanor and instruction make him a great teacher and friend on and off the mats! His love of jiu jitsu shines through in his classes, making everyone excited to listen and learn!
GFBJJ is an AMAZING place to take your kids to learn techniques, (Defensive) and (Offensive) depending your route! Owners, Staff, and ALL Families involved are NONE STOP supportive! DEFINITELY a "FAMILY ORGANIZATION OF ARSE WHIPPING!"🥰🥰
Wow! Great facility and instructors! Lots of fun, an excellent workout, meet cool new people, and learn self defense.... who could ask for more?! Stop by and check it out.
New to BJJ? Start at Gator Family Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Gator Family Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 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 Gator Family Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
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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