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RICARDO PASSO BJJ
5 ★★★★★ 20 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Coconut Grove, 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
- 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
- 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 ricardopassobjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (305) 218-4805
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 7–9 PM |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 7–9 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I was pleased to have two private training sessions with Professor Passo in early August.”
“I would recommend him to anyone interested in growing their game or simply learning about Jiu Jitsu and self-defense for the first time.”
“I highly recommend Ricardo’s gym to anyone looking to train Jiu Jitsu, whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced practitioner.”
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What members say
“Ricardo is an excellent instructor — patient, knowledgeable, and really skilled at breaking techniques down in a way that makes them easy to understand and apply.”
“I would recommend him to anyone interested in growing their game or simply learning about Jiu Jitsu and self-defense for the first time.”
“I've trained with Professor Ricardo and I can honestly say his group classes are excellent – great energy, supportive environment, and very effective instruction.”
“Ricardo is an excellent instructor — patient, knowledgeable, and really skilled at breaking techniques down in a way that makes them easy to understand and apply.”
“If you're older and out of shape or younger and focused on competition and anywhere in between, you'll be welcomed in and treated with like a long time friend.”
“If you're older and out of shape or younger and focused on competition and anywhere in between, you'll be welcomed in and treated with like a long time friend.”
From the reviews
Ricardo brings so much knowledge and passion to his teaching, always making sure everyone regardless of skill level feels confident and welcome. The classes are well-structured, challenging, and fun, and the atmosphere is supportive.
I’ve had such a great experience training at Ricardo’s Jiu Jitsu gym. The atmosphere is always welcoming and supportive, no matter your level. Ricardo is an excellent instructor — patient, knowledgeable, and really skilled at breaking techniques down in a way that makes them easy to understand and apply.
Miami has a quite a few amazing BJJ teachers but Prof Passo stands out even in a place with so many amazing teachers. First , he's very friendly. Everyone is treated like family.
Excellent Jiu-Jitsu Classes with Professor Ricardo Passo! I've been training with Professor Ricardo Passo and I couldn't be happier with the experience. His classes are well-structured, challenging, and full of practical techniques that truly improve your skills.
New to BJJ? Start at RICARDO PASSO BJJ
RICARDO PASSO BJJ 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 RICARDO PASSO BJJ
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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