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Mentality Martial Arts - Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 77 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Atlantic Beach, 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 — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
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- Website & schedule mentalitymartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 904-755-0589
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–2 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–1 PM |
The classes they run
“As for adults, he took the time to introduce and make my transition from “know nothing” rookie to the basic fundamentals easy.”
“My daughter started here first and I was so blown away by the coaching and community that I started training at Mentality myself, and I love it.”
“My son entered a BJJ tournament in Jacksonville, several hours north of where we live .”
“Jiu Jitsu is not only a fantastic lifetime sport, but it also teaches discipline, confidence, and real-world self-defense skills.”
“The instruction and encouragement I get as a total beginner has kept me coming back time and time again.”
What members say
“Coach John is amazing with kids and can keep them focused and proceeding on their educational path.”
“The environment is welcoming, disciplined, and motivating, creating the perfect balance for learning martial arts and building confidence.”
“The environment is welcoming, disciplined, and motivating, creating the perfect balance for learning martial arts and building confidence.”
“As for adults, he took the time to introduce and make my transition from “know nothing” rookie to the basic fundamentals easy.”
“Sarah does a wonderful job running the kids program and makes sure each class is organized, fun, and engaging.”
“My son entered a BJJ tournament in Jacksonville, several hours north of where we live .”
From the reviews
Fantastic place to learn. I signed up my 6 and 7 year olds. They loved and I then joined at age 52 as a total rookie the following week. Coach John is amazing with kids and can keep them focused and proceeding on their educational path.
Mentality Martial Arts is outstanding for kids and adults. My boys, 5 and 9, have trained here for 11 months. Coach John and Coach Sarah are passionate, patient, and focused on progress. The kids program is structured and fun. And as parents their attention to safety is a relief.
My son entered a BJJ tournament in Jacksonville, several hours north of where we live .Coach John happily stepped in and helped before , during and after each match . In such a short time unlocked a lot of potential and gave sound instruction .
Our daughter has been going to mentality for almost a year now. She struggles with independence and being able to pay attention. She has really grown and found her place at this gym. The coaches are great and her fellow grapplers are always welcoming. We love it here and appreciate how welcoming them have been!
New to BJJ? Start at Mentality Martial Arts - Jiu Jitsu
Mentality Martial Arts - 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 Mentality Martial Arts - 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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