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Rising Tide Jiu Jitsu and Muay Thai
5 ★★★★★ 35 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Gainesville, 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule risingtidejiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (267) 975-9501
Hours
| Monday | 5:30–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 5:30–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:30–10 PM |
| Thursday | 5:30–10 PM |
| Friday | 5:30–10 PM |
| Saturday | 10:30 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I remember Zack being a dedicated student to the art with a strong foundation in the fundamentals.”
“It’s so much fun, a great workout, and you learn practical skills for self defense.”
“Rising Tide is a super inclusive and welcoming environment for people of all skill levels and familiarity with jiu jitsu and the overall martial arts gym experience”
Other martial arts here
“I learned so much in just my first week there, and it’s inspired me to continue with Muay Thai and Jiu Jitsu as a long term sport.”
“Coming from a boxing background with some Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai was uncharted territory for me.”
What members say
“I have been training with and learning from Zach for over a year, and can tell you without reservation that he is an excellent instructor and coach!”
“Rising Tide is a super inclusive and welcoming environment for people of all skill levels and familiarity with jiu jitsu and the overall martial arts gym experience”
“Rising Tide is a super inclusive and welcoming environment for people of all skill levels and familiarity with jiu jitsu and the overall martial arts gym experience”
“He teaches in a way where you learn the technique and then situationally spar so that you not only practice the technique but also gain problem solving skills in the matter.”
“Rising Tide is a great place to learn BJJ (and Muay Thai) welcoming, safe, educational, clean, everything you could want in a gym.”
“There's a supportive and encouraging environment which has greatly boosted my confidence on the mat.”
From the reviews
Zack is a wonderful teacher who fosters a magnificent learning environment. He teaches in a way where you learn the technique and then situationally spar so that you not only practice the technique but also gain problem solving skills in the matter.
There are many reasons to practice Brazilian jiu jitsu. Some people want to develop self defense skills, some use it as a means of losing weight or improving their fitness, some seek discipline, some want to participate in the culture of it and master the art, and very often, people seek a community to belong to.
Zach is an exceptional BJJ instructor! His patience and dedication have significantly improved my understanding and skills in the sport. He has an amazing ability to break down complex techniques into easily understandable steps which makes learning enjoyable and effective.
This is by far the greatest first class I’ve ever had at any martial arts academy. Coming from a boxing background with some Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai was uncharted territory for me. I had no idea what to expect when I went to my first striking class here.
New to BJJ? Start at Rising Tide Jiu Jitsu and Muay Thai
Rising Tide Jiu Jitsu and Muay Thai 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 Rising Tide Jiu Jitsu and Muay Thai
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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