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Gracie Jiu-Jitsu East Orlando
5 ★★★★★ 105 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Orlando, 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
- Private lessons private, one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule gjjorlando.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (407) 990-2907
Hours
| Monday | 4–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 4–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 4–8 PM |
| Thursday | 4–8 PM |
| Friday | 4–8 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The entire staff does a great job at teaching the fundamentals with applications to real life scenarios.”
“Excelente place to bring your kids, where they learn how to defend themselves from bullies, not only physically, but verbally to, and have fun at the same time.”
“(Updated Review as of 18 Aug 2025) I recommend this facility to all of my friends and family, and I hope anyone looking for self defense classes, chooses this academy.”
“If you’re a beginner in the central Florida area considering taking Juijitsu for self defense purposes look no further than this location.”
What members say
“James is an excellent instructor and it shows that he genuinely cares about the students.”
“If you’re a beginner in the central Florida area considering taking Juijitsu for self defense purposes look no further than this location.”
“(Updated Review as of 18 Aug 2025) I recommend this facility to all of my friends and family, and I hope anyone looking for self defense classes, chooses this academy.”
“The instructors are patient, knowledgeable, and really take the time to help the kids understand the techniques, not just memorize them.”
“Gracie Jiu-Jitsu East Avalon is an outstanding academy with an excellent learning environment.”
“The facility is clean, well-organized, and reflects the high standards of the Gracie Jiu-Jitsu system.”
From the reviews
We are very happy with this kids’ jiu jitsu class! The coaches are patient, kind, and really know how to teach young children. They focus on discipline, respect, and confidence—not just fighting. My child has become more focused and active, and it’s great exercise too.
As a member of the Gracie Jiu-Jitsu family in Indio, CA, I take advantage of the opportunity to visit different Certified Training Centers (CTCs) around the world whenever I travel for work. Two weeks ago, I traveled to Orlando, FL, for a work event that lasted five days.
First let me start with Me and my wife never been to a pure Gracie University school before. We are just visiting and looking for a place to train. Let start with the environment first. The place was very clean, very welcoming and the vibe was amazing. Second the owner James and the staff was great.
I’m not usually someone who leaves reviews, but this place truly deserves one. I’m so happy we found this jiu jitsu studio for my daughter. From day one, the staff has been absolutely amazing professional, kind, and incredibly welcoming.
New to BJJ? Start at Gracie Jiu-Jitsu East Orlando
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu East Orlando 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 Gracie Jiu-Jitsu East Orlando
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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