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Gulfside Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 30 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Holiday, 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
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule gulfsidebrazilianjiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (727) 590-2954
Hours
| Monday | 10 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 6–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 6–10 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–12 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I enjoyed watching Professor Ian working with the kids class and would recommend anyone interested in training try Gulfside Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.”
“I’ve known Ian and Ryan since I was a white belt, both hailing from the prestigious lineage of multiple-time world champion and IBJJF Hall of Famer Robson Moura.”
“I definitely recommend it for people with kids and anyone training to get in shape, learn some self defense or become an BJJ competitor!”
“Very safe and fun training environment whether you are thinking to try out bjj for the first time or are experienced and looking for a great place to learn and grow.”
Other martial arts here
“Over the years, Ryan has also been huge help to me in translating my wrestling skills to jiu-jitsu.”
What members say
“Have been training with Ian, the head coach, for years now. Great guy, refined jiu jitsu technique and skilled martial art professor.”
“Very safe and fun training environment whether you are thinking to try out bjj for the first time or are experienced and looking for a great place to learn and grow.”
“If you’re looking for a Jiu Jitsu school that is friendly, clean and has a knowledgeable coach then this is the place for you.”
“Ian brings a level of understanding and competence to his students and provides them with confidence in a technique which they can add to their BJJ game.”
“I’ve known Ian and Ryan since I was a white belt, both hailing from the prestigious lineage of multiple-time world champion and IBJJF Hall of Famer Robson Moura.”
“I’ve known Ian and Ryan since I was a white belt, both hailing from the prestigious lineage of multiple-time world champion and IBJJF Hall of Famer Robson Moura.”
From the reviews
Whenever I'm in town, I will not hesitate to stop into Gulfside Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Ian and Ryan are dedicated practitioners of the art and provide incredibly technical instruction. Their new facility is beautiful, lots of mat space and a very clean environment. This is a great Robson Moura affiliate!
Gulfside BJJ is a great place to learn and train Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. The instruction is excellent, the facility is clean and the environment is welcoming no matter your skill level. I highly recommend this gym for anyone looking to train jiu jitsu in the New Port Richey area.
Easy to find right off US-19, Gulfside BJJ is a clean, welcoming academy in a cozy, local neighborhood. Gulfside’s vibe is simple, aesthetically beautiful, and modest.
I have been fortunate enough to see Ian compete, train and teach over the past several years and all have been impressive experiences. Ian brings a level of understanding and competence to his students and provides them with confidence in a technique which they can add to their BJJ game.
New to BJJ? Start at Gulfside Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Gulfside 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 Gulfside 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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