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No Limits Jiu Jitsu

5 ★★★★★ 86 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Palmetto, Florida

BJJ gym Affiliated Kids & teens No-gi Competition team

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

  • 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
  • Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule nolimitsbjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 941-345-6077

Hours

Monday 5:30–8:30 pm
Tuesday 5:30–8:30 pm
Wednesday 5:30–8:30 pm
Thursday 6–8:30 pm
Friday Closed
Saturday 9 am–12 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 No Limits Jiu Jitsu, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 15 mentions

“Professor John is a great teacher for both the kids and adult classes with Nelson helping teach the kids class along with Andrew with Friday adult class and no gi on Sundays.”

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🩳 No-Gi

“Professor John is a great teacher for both the kids and adult classes with Nelson helping teach the kids class along with Andrew with Friday adult class and no gi on Sundays.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 6 mentions

“The environment is welcoming, and the classes are well-structured, making it a great place for kids to learn discipline, self-defense, and teamwork.”

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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 No Limits Jiu Jitsu — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🦵 Kickboxing

“This school doesn't just only teach Jiu jitsu there is a self defense class, and kickboxing class for men and women.”

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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 86 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 7 mentions

“Professor John is a great teacher for both the kids and adult classes with Nelson helping teach the kids class along with Andrew with Friday adult class and no gi on Sundays.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 3 mentions

“The environment is welcoming, and the classes are well-structured, making it a great place for kids to learn discipline, self-defense, and teamwork.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 16 mentions

“Growing up my dad made jiu jitsu fun and enjoyable and it’s wonderful that family members and current members continue to make my father love what he does!”

📘 strong technique & fundamentals 6 mentions

“John is a fantastic coach and really takes time to break down techniques, answer questions, and help you hit your goals.”

🎖️ legit lineage & affiliation 2 mentions

“This is a Robinson Moura affiliated gym so the techniques taught get passed down from the man himself.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 8 mentions

“He went up and beyond to help him as much as he could with his attention spams/focus time frame, he really meant well for by little man .”

From the reviews

Awesome place to train! Very humble crew in the adult class. Everybody is out to help one another. No mat bullies looking to kill you here. Learn at your own pace and get top notch Jiu Jitsu training. This is a Robinson Moura affiliated gym so the techniques taught get passed down from the man himself.

★★★★★ — Matt, Mar 2019

Coach john is just an outstanding person and teacher. His patience is unrivaled and his knowledge of the art is tremendous. The place is clean and everyone is super friendly! If your looking to train in Brazilian Jiu jitsu, self defense or just a great workout, you'd be pressed to find a better place.

★★★★★ — Joe, Feb 2020

Love the environment. My father has dedicated a large portion of his life to the skill and technique he teaches his students. He works well with all ages and developmental areas as well.

★★★★★ — Victoria, Feb 2020

My daughter and I have been training at No Limits for about a year now and absolutely love it there. My daughter entered the gym terrified and now she has such confidence on and off the mats. John is a great coach not only for the kids but adults as well, and has created a great community.

★★★★★ — Lauren, Feb 2020

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Your first BJJ class at No Limits 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.

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 No Limits Jiu Jitsu

517 8th Ave W, Palmetto, FL34221

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