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NOGI MMA
4.7 ★★★★★ 73 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Ocala, 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
- 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
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule nogishootbox.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 813-319-3634
Hours
| Monday | 6:30–10:15 pm |
| Tuesday | 10 am–2 pm, 6:30–10:15 pm |
| Wednesday | 6:30–10:15 pm |
| Thursday | 10 am–2 pm, 6:30–10:15 pm |
| Friday | 6:30–10:15 pm |
| Saturday | 10:30 am–3 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I feel extremely lucky to have found such an incredible school and coach to teach my son how to defend himself if needed.”
“These were the exact reasons I brought my son to NOGI MMA, to build his confidence and bring out the tough young man that he is.”
“Multiple classes ranging from Jiu jitsu, wrestling, boxing, self defense and yoga, as well as a great kids program.”
“This gym checks all the boxes you look for as an experienced martial artist or as a beginner training for the first time.”
Other martial arts here
“These were the exact reasons I brought my son to NOGI MMA, to build his confidence and bring out the tough young man that he is.”
“Multiple classes ranging from Jiu jitsu, wrestling, boxing, self defense and yoga, as well as a great kids program.”
“Multiple classes ranging from Jiu jitsu, wrestling, boxing, self defense and yoga, as well as a great kids program.”
What members say
“Knowledgeable instructors, world class team lineage, lots of mat space and equipment.”
“This gym checks all the boxes you look for as an experienced martial artist or as a beginner training for the first time.”
“The instructors are patient, respectful, and create a safe, supportive environment where kids feel encouraged.”
“Not only will you get a great work out, you will learn techniques on how to use your limbs effectively and find your inner warrior.”
“These were the exact reasons I brought my son to NOGI MMA, to build his confidence and bring out the tough young man that he is.”
From the reviews
"Take your hands out of your pockets, it shows lack of confidence. Do you know how to wrestle? This is a tough class, not everyone can do it." These are the first words that Professor Joshua "Jag" Garcia said to my son.
I feel extremely lucky to have found such an incredible school and coach to teach my son how to defend himself if needed. The owner is very passionate and cares about training for real situations that might occur. If you are looking to learn MMA and Jui Jitsu look no further.
Exactly how I imagine how a mma gym should be, coaches are great at teaching the martial arts in a way anyone could understand, there tough on us but also the funniest guys I’ve ever met, the conditioning has me in the best shape I’ve ever been and I’m blessed to be apart of the gym oss🥋
This gym checks all the boxes you look for as an experienced martial artist or as a beginner training for the first time. Knowledgeable instructors, world class team lineage, lots of mat space and equipment.
New to BJJ? Start at NOGI MMA
NOGI MMA 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 NOGI MMA
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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