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Gracie Tampa HQ - Jiu Jitsu and MMA
4.8 ★★★★★ 86 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Lutz, 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
- 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
- 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 gracietampa.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (813) 803-3528
Hours
| Monday | 9:30 AM–9:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 9:30 AM–9:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:30 AM–9:30 PM |
| Thursday | 9:30 AM–9:30 PM |
| Friday | 9:30 AM–9:30 PM |
| Saturday | 9:30 AM–1:30 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–12:30 PM |
The classes they run
“My daughter has been coming to this school since May of 2025 and we have had no regrets!”
“Great place to train whether you're a beginner looking to learn or high level competitor.”
“The jiu jitsu has been great for me, you can take advantage of the wrestling and striking programs as well to build a well rounded style for mma or self defense.”
“This gym is extremely welcoming to beginners; from my first day here, it has felt like everyone wants me to get better & I want everyone to get better too!”
Other martial arts here
“The jiu jitsu has been great for me, you can take advantage of the wrestling and striking programs as well to build a well rounded style for mma or self defense.”
“They have everything from basic jiu Jitsu to judo, boxing, and wrestling.”
“The adult program leaves you without an excuse to train w everything from kickboxing, wrestling, juijitsu to yoga-every single day and night!”
“They have everything from basic jiu Jitsu to judo, boxing, and wrestling.”
“The jiu jitsu has been great for me, you can take advantage of the wrestling and striking programs as well to build a well rounded style for mma or self defense.”
What members say
“Coach Angel is an incredible instructor; very patient as well as thorough, and encourages them every step of the way.”
“This gym is extremely welcoming to beginners; from my first day here, it has felt like everyone wants me to get better & I want everyone to get better too!”
“This gym is extremely welcoming to beginners; from my first day here, it has felt like everyone wants me to get better & I want everyone to get better too!”
“He strikes the perfect balance between teaching technique, discipline, and respect, while also making sure the classes are fun !”
“If you’re looking for your children to learn self defense and discipline, I cannot recommend this gym enough!”
“Great place to train whether you're a beginner looking to learn or high level competitor.”
From the reviews
I've had an incredible experience at Josh's jiu-jitsu school. The atmosphere is simply awesome, with everyone genuinely willing to help each other succeed. Josh, the owner, is not only a skilled instructor but also remarkably reasonable, making the learning environment even more enjoyable.
I joined Gracie Tampa in August of 2015. Previous to joining, I had practiced Jiujitsu at other schools; however, It was Rob Kahn's approach to teaching that made me fall in love with jiujitsu. What was once a once (maybe twice) a week hobby, is now a 7 days a week routine.
I left a negative review earlier, but I talked to Ryan and that was entirely my fault. I did not see they had actually refunded me, and had cancelled my card even though I gave late notice. So, thank you Ryan for handling everything professionally. Gracie Tampa HQ is a great place to train.
Gracie Tampa isn't just a gym. Its a family! And it's a great one! We not only train together to improve ourselves as martial artists. But we help and support each other off the mats as well. We encourage each other to be better people. And we work hard to become the best version of ourselves that we can!
New to BJJ? Start at Gracie Tampa HQ - Jiu Jitsu and MMA
Gracie Tampa HQ - Jiu Jitsu and MMA 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 Gracie Tampa HQ - Jiu Jitsu and MMA
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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