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Paulo Ribeiro Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 110 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Naples, 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
- 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
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule prbjjnaples.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (239) 331-7320
Hours
| Monday | 12–2 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 6–7 AM, 12–2 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 12–2 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Thursday | 6–7 AM, 12–2 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Friday | 12–2 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–12:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“From kids classes to women’s defense classes, this local family owned business is a place I highly recommend because I know I’m seen as an individual looking to improve myself.”
“I highly recommend this gym to everyone from beginners to experienced competitors!”
“I took a private lesson with Professor Paulo and the instruction was top-notch — extremely detailed, technical, and easy to understand.”
“My kids have gained confidence, focus, and self-defense skills while having an amazing time.”
“I rolled with students ranging from beginners to very advanced, and everyone was respectful, skilled, and brought great energy.”
What members say
“Professor Paulo has some great details for the techniques he shows and is open to answering any question you have on a given move.”
“What really sets this school apart is the family-like atmosphere - everyone is welcoming, encouraging, and cares about each other's growth.”
“The professors and students were all incredibly welcoming and accomodating, and the gym had a very friendly and familial atmosphere.”
“I wanted to train with a BJJ professor who really cared and would help me quickly remember and learn new techniques and strategies in the world of BJJ.”
“In my 16 years of Jiu Jitsu experience I can truly say this one of the cleanest and most welcoming academies I have ever been to.”
“They create a supportive and disciplined environment where students feel encouraged and valued.”
From the reviews
PRBJJ in Naples is truly top-tier when it comes to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. The level of instruction here is world-class—every class is packed with high-level technique, attention to detail, and a structured approach that helps everyone, from beginners to advanced practitioners, grow in their game.
My children attend Paulo Ribeiro Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and it truly feels like family! The professors are not only highly skilled and knowledgeable but also incredibly patient and attentive with the kids. They create a supportive and disciplined environment where students feel encouraged and valued.
I restarted my BJJ training after a 15+ year hiatus at 67 years old ! I wanted to train with a BJJ professor who really cared and would help me quickly remember and learn new techniques and strategies in the world of BJJ.
The other reviews are 100% correct, this place rocks! I had the opportunity to train this week with everyone at PRBJJ, and what an honor it was! Professor Paulo's love for BJJ shows, and he has a way of making an outsider feel welcomed and part of the family. If you are looking for a bjj home definitely check them out.
New to BJJ? Start at Paulo Ribeiro Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Paulo Ribeiro Brazilian Jiu Jitsu comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. 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 Paulo Ribeiro 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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