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JCR Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu | Ronaldo Jacare

5 ★★★★★ 188 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Ocoee, Florida

BJJ gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons No-gi Competition team

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
  • 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 jcrbjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 407-489-8284

Hours

Monday 10:30 am–9 pm
Tuesday 6:30 am–9 pm
Wednesday 10:30 am–9 pm
Thursday 6:30 am–9 pm
Friday 11 am–9 pm
Saturday 9:30 am–2 pm
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, seminars, and open-gym times — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

BJJ classes on the schedule at JCR Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu | Ronaldo Jacare, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 31 mentions

“In nov 2023 I decided to bring my son back to jiujitsu and at first subscribed him to the classes, but seeing the environment of the school, decided to subscribe too.”

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🏆 Competition Team 3 mentions

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🌱 Beginners 7 mentions

“If you’re looking for beginner jiu-jitsu classes near Winter Garden, Windermere, and the Ocoee area, this is definitely the place to go.”

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Other martial arts here

BJJ gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at JCR Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu | Ronaldo Jacare — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🤼 Judo 2 mentions

“Jacare Martial Arts offers specialized training for competitions, wrestling and judo classes, and programs for all ages — from kids to adults.”

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🤸 Wrestling

“Jacare Martial Arts offers specialized training for competitions, wrestling and judo classes, and programs for all ages — from kids to adults.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want MMA, muay thai, or wrestling alongside your BJJ, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 188 Google reviews — in their own words.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 15 mentions

“If you’re looking for beginner jiu-jitsu classes near Winter Garden, Windermere, and the Ocoee area, this is definitely the place to go.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 31 mentions

“Our deepest gratitude to Master Jacaré and the academy Our family had the privilege of spending time training at Master Jacaré’s academy, and we have nothing but praise to share.”

📘 strong technique & fundamentals 2 mentions

“Every detail of the training is designed to bring out the best in each student.”

🧒 strong kids program 5 mentions

“I couldn’t recommend Jacare BJJ enough, it has built our sons confidence, taught him respect and given him a sport that he has such a passion for.”

active competition team 5 mentions

“Jacare Martial Arts offers specialized training for competitions, wrestling and judo classes, and programs for all ages — from kids to adults.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 17 mentions

“They offer classes for all levels, whether you’re a complete beginner or more advanced, and the structure of the program really helps students grow with confidence.”

From the reviews

My son, who is about to turn twelve, has blossomed at Jacare Martial Arts, thanks to the incredible guidance of Professor Ronaldo and team ! From the moment we walked through those doors, we felt like part of a family.

★★★★★ — Rebeca, Nov 2024

This is Home. Jacare Martial Arts is my home. In nov 2023 I decided to bring my son back to jiujitsu and at first subscribed him to the classes, but seeing the environment of the school, decided to subscribe too.

★★★★★ — Jory, Nov 2025

just want to share how incredibly happy I am with Jacaré Martial Arts. From the very first tryout day, I asked Larissa, the owner, if I could have about three days to see if the gym was a good fit for my son. Well, halfway through that very first training session, I knew we didn’t need any more time to decide.

★★★★★ — Crest, Nov 2025

I absolutely love JAM! It’s like a second home for my husband and kiddos. The coaches are highly skilled and I really appreciate how dedicated the whole Jacare team is to giving everyone a solid jiu-jítsu foundation, building confidence, and providing them with a lifelong love of martial arts.

★★★★★ — Vanessa, Dec 2022

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New to BJJ? Start at JCR Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu | Ronaldo Jacare

JCR Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu | Ronaldo Jacare 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.

See their beginner class info

Your first BJJ class at JCR Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu | Ronaldo Jacare

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.

BJJ is a contact sport. Ease in, tap early and often, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find JCR Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu | Ronaldo Jacare

1681 Amazing Way Ste 108-109, Ocoee, FL34761

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