Home › Florida › Punta Gorda › Gustavo Machado BJJ Punta Gorda
Gustavo Machado BJJ Punta Gorda
4.9 ★★★★★ 43 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Punta Gorda, 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
- 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 gmbjjpg.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 786-768-9531
Hours
| Monday | 11 am–1:30 pm, 6–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 11 am–1:30 pm, 6–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 11 am–1:30 pm, 6–9 pm |
| Thursday | 11 am–1:30 pm, 6–9 pm |
| Friday | 11 am–1:30 pm, 6–9 pm |
| Saturday | 11 am–1:30 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I have observed him instructing Children, Teens, and Adults - begginner White belts and high level Competitive Purple, Brown and Black belts.”
“I have observed him instructing Children, Teens, and Adults - begginner White belts and high level Competitive Purple, Brown and Black belts.”
“I can say if you really want to learn Jiu Jitsu and be a legit competitor or just someone who wants to protect themselves this is your home.”
“His teaching material is a nice blend of 'old school' and 'new school' along with BJJ Self Defence applications.”
Other martial arts here
What members say
“Coach Del is the best he is genuinely humble and kind as much as he is wise and knowledgeable.”
“The people who train here are high caliber athletes, who are very welcoming and encouraging.”
“When my family moved from Canada to Florida, I had no idea where we would resume our regular daily BJJ training.”
“why not learn true brazilan combat fighting from the real deal and he gives the first week free but leave your kung fool outfit at home all sweat and real technique here”
“I recently changed from Alliance Jiu Jitsu to this school due to a work promotion.”
“Professor Del helps everyone reach their goals and instills confidence and integrity and other important valves to be successful in life.”
From the reviews
I have had the incredible privilege of training under Del. From the moment I stepped onto the mats, Del's passion for the art of jiu jitsu was palpable. His expertise and commitment to each student's success make every class an enriching experience.
When my family moved from Canada to Florida, I had no idea where we would resume our regular daily BJJ training. My teenage Daughter had just earned her Blue belt and I had received my Black belt. Training was an integral part of our lives, and we were intent on continuing our BJJ lifestyle.
Real, old school jiu-jitsu. So glad I was talked into checking this place out. 3yrs going and I still make the 35minute drive. Del is genuine, loves teaching jiu-jitsu, and will push you to become a better person. Both on the mats and off the mats.
I have been to a lot of schools over the course of my life. It’s all about having a curriculum. It’s sad but a lot of places don’t have a curriculum. Folks in the USA love structure. Another thing to consider is how are you treated by the students. Students will always be a reflection of their professor/instructor.
Your first BJJ class at Gustavo Machado BJJ Punta Gorda
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.
More BJJ gyms near Punta Gorda
Pythagoras Jiu-Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 66 reviews
Gracie North Port Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 37 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Revive Jiu Jitsu Academy
5 ★★★★★ 27 reviews