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Kaizen Dojo Martial Arts

5 ★★★★★ 205 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Bradenton, Florida

BJJ gym Kids & teens

Plan your first class

  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes (ages 3–14) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule 941dojo.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 941-600-8928

Hours

Monday 7 am–9 pm
Tuesday 7 am–9 pm
Wednesday 7 am–9 pm
Thursday 7 am–9 pm
Friday 7 am–9 pm
Saturday 7 am–9 pm
Sunday 7 am–9 pm

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 Kaizen Dojo Martial Arts, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 25 mentions

“The kids stay active, are encouraged to try new things, and are reminded every day about how AWESOME they are -- it's great for helping bring a shy kid out of his shell.”

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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 Kaizen Dojo Martial Arts — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🦵 Kickboxing

“I got one of the best workouts ever in his kickboxing class.”

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🎽 Karate 4 mentions

“We feel proud and privileged to be a part of this amazing Dojo which reaches our children's and families far beyond the karate skills it teaches.”

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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 205 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 3 mentions

“Master Bergquist is an amazing instructor and works incredibly well with all of the kids.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 13 mentions

“We home school our children, (even pre pandemic) so getting our son to socialize and learn to focus on instruction from Sense Kevin was a big win for our family.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 5 mentions

“We home school our children, (even pre pandemic) so getting our son to socialize and learn to focus on instruction from Sense Kevin was a big win for our family.”

From the reviews

Sensei Kevin always lights up every room he enters. His light hearted approach yet confident and compassionate teaching style warms anyone up to the challenges they set out to conquer. He creates an atmosphere in his Dojo where children and adults alike want to give their best effort every single day.

★★★★★ — Zsuzsi, Feb 2025

I love the energy and the opportunity to take various classes until I find the one or more that I want to master. Sensei (Kevin) is a great teacher! I got one of the best workouts ever in his kickboxing class.

★★★★★ — Travis, Oct 2015

Excellent place to see your child grow. Master Bergquist has taught my son Mason since he was 4 years old, (now 10). His skills as an instructor, mentor, and friend are second to none. The skills and humility of his students are a great gift to society.

★★★★★ — Manatee, Mar 2016

My son has been going to Dojo for two weeks now. We love it! Before the first week was even over, he was saying yes sir, yes ma'am, and excuse me! He is wanting to attend even on days he is able to stay home because one of us is off of work. I would highly recommend this for every child!

★★★★★ — Kristine, Dec 2016

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Your first BJJ class at Kaizen Dojo Martial Arts

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 Kaizen Dojo Martial Arts

6510 3rd Ave W Ste 207, Bradenton, FL34209

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