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Kuzushi Club Pensacola Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 35 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Pensacola, 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
- Membership memberships run around $20/mo — many academies also offer a discounted first month and family plans, so ask about new-member rates
- 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
- No-gi no-gi grappling classes — training in a rashguard and shorts, with faster scrambles and a natural bridge to MMA
- Open mat open-mat rolling sessions for members to practice live — always optional and at your own pace
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule pensacolajiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (251) 979-4425
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 12–2 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Best choice in the area whether you are a kid, woman, male, young, old, just starting out or a seasoned competitor, doesn’t matter!”
“If you’re looking for a legit modern day nogi jiujitsu gym, from hobbyists to competitor, come through!”
“Best choice in the area whether you are a kid, woman, male, young, old, just starting out or a seasoned competitor, doesn’t matter!”
“Whether you are a high level practitioner looking to sharpen your skills or a brand new student looking to learn, this gym has a place for you.”
What members say
“Derek is an excellent coach and everyone else there is always happy to help”
“The atmosphere is welcoming and supportive, making it ideal for practitioners of all levels.”
“The atmosphere is welcoming and supportive, making it ideal for practitioners of all levels.”
“The head instructor, Derek Overby, a brown belt under Sean Applegate, provides incredibly detailed instruction, breaking down techniques in a way that is both clear and effective.”
“Best choice in the area whether you are a kid, woman, male, young, old, just starting out or a seasoned competitor, doesn’t matter!”
“Kuzushi Club Pensacola Jiu Jitsu is a top-tier academy where discipline and mastery are prioritized.”
From the reviews
Kuzushi Club Pensacola is an outstanding place to train for anyone serious about improving their jiu-jitsu. The gym is spotless, well-maintained, and has a professional yet welcoming atmosphere.
All time BEST NoGi BJJ Gym on the GULF COAST. Coach Derrick, Josh, Casey, Dakota, Dustin, these guys are the REAL DEAL
Kuzushi Club Pensacola Jiu Jitsu is a top-tier academy where discipline and mastery are prioritized. The instructors are knowledgeable and patient, creating an environment that fosters growth and resilience. The atmosphere is welcoming and supportive, making it ideal for practitioners of all levels.
For about a year, this has been my home away from home. This is a gym based on the foundations of technique and community. Derek Overby is one of the kindest killers you will ever find to learn from and he has built a special place and team. This is a place where safety and respect are practiced.
New to BJJ? Start at Kuzushi Club Pensacola Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Kuzushi Club Pensacola Brazilian Jiu Jitsu 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.
Your first BJJ class at Kuzushi Club Pensacola 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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