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Rilion Gracie Jiu Jitsu Panama City
4.6 ★★★★★ 123 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Panama City, 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
- Open mat open-mat rolling sessions for members to practice live — always optional and at your own pace
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule graciejiujitsupc.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 850-960-1827
Hours
| Monday | 7–8 am, 3–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 7–8 am, 3–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 7–8 am, 3–8 pm |
| Thursday | 7–8 am, 3–8 pm |
| Friday | 7–8 am, 3–8 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“the staff very friendly and the coach 100% the ability he has to work with kids loaded with energy with patience but strict at the same time!”
“Came for a No-Gi class (I'm still in beginner phase).”
“Dropped in at the open mat after seeing it online and was delighted to find this gem of an academy right in PC.”
“They had a decent mix of lower and high level guys which is a great dynamic for people who are new to self defense!”
“Their knowledge is next level, and they genuinely care about every student’s growth — whether you’re brand new or experienced.”
Other martial arts here
“Me and my kids have been training BJJ, TKD, and Muay Thai last couple years.”
“Highly recommend to anyone looking for a supportive, high-quality mixed martial arts community!”
What members say
“Everyone was extremely welcoming and the drills at the beginning of class were taught in such a way that made it easy to comprehend!”
“the staff very friendly and the coach 100% the ability he has to work with kids loaded with energy with patience but strict at the same time!”
“The coach took time to explain techniques clearly and made sure everyone, regardless of experience level, felt included and engaged.”
“After dropping in at Alliance Jiu Jitsu of PCB two years ago when it was under Rilion Gracie, I became Facebook friends with the new head coach Danny!”
“Not only have I grown on the mats, but seeing the growth in my kids—their discipline, respect, and confidence—has been priceless.”
From the reviews
After dropping in at Alliance Jiu Jitsu of PCB two years ago when it was under Rilion Gracie, I became Facebook friends with the new head coach Danny! So, when my family decided to travel to PCB again for vacation, I knew I had to drop in!
We absolutely love this gym! The jiu jitsu classes with Jason and Muey Thai with Casey are top notch. The after-school program is a huge help for our family, they even pick up the kids! The summer program has been a fantastic experience too.
Dropped in at the open mat after seeing it online and was delighted to find this gem of an academy right in PC. Not only is the mat space HUGE, but the people there were all lovely. The vibes were great and I was made to feel like I was right at my own home gym.
Me and my kids have been training BJJ, TKD, and Muay Thai last couple years. The instructors and my teammates are awesome. Be patient, trust the process and be consistent in any of the arts and you won’t be sorry🤙
New to BJJ? Start at Rilion Gracie Jiu Jitsu Panama City
Rilion Gracie Jiu Jitsu Panama City 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 Rilion Gracie Jiu Jitsu Panama City
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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