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Martial Arts Advantage
5 ★★★★★ 93 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Tampa, Florida
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 (ages 4–7) — 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule martialartsadvantage.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (813) 832-8800
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 | 9 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The instructors are so patient and genuinely great with kids—they know how to keep things fun while still teaching respect and discipline”
“While at the seminar, I go private lessons.”
“I really enjoy the exposure to real-life scenario training that incorporates multiple styles of martial arts and self defense.”
“The staff has been so welcoming to our son who is trying Karate for the first time.”
Other martial arts here
“Most importantly, my son is learning more than just karate — he’s developing a deep love and respect for the martial arts, and that is priceless.”
What members say
“Awesome instruction and everyone was so friendly and welcoming despite me having never done jui jitsu before.”
“Each instructor brings a wealth of experience, and they teach with a down-to-earth approach that is empowering, not intimidating.”
“Master Kuntz was an incredible teacher focusing not only on techniques but also how to project confidence and identify dangerous situations.”
“MAA has been great for our son! It’s really helping him build confidence and he’s finally found an activity that he enjoys since he’s not a sports kid!”
“Master Kuntz was an incredible teacher focusing not only on techniques but also how to project confidence and identify dangerous situations.”
From the reviews
Our family absotley loves this place! Our daughter has an amazing time and loves her instructors, class mates and most importantly the amazing popcorn they have !! Couldn’t recommend this place more!
A homeschooling mama recommended this place for jui jitsu and I’m so glad she did! They have an INCREDIBLE community there. I saw a flyer for 3 free trial classes and my 2 boys (ages 5 and 7) are absolutely hooked.
Happened to be in town for a jiu jitsu seminar across town. While at the seminar, I go private lessons. Matheus, during our private lessons, mentioned his gym across town and said I should stop by.
Martial Arts Advantage is a community for all ages and walks of life! I participate in the adult class led by Master Kuntz, and my daughter has achieved her blackbelt at the age of 9. I really enjoy the exposure to real-life scenario training that incorporates multiple styles of martial arts and self defense.
New to BJJ? Start at Martial Arts Advantage
Martial Arts Advantage 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 Martial Arts Advantage
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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