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Rudis Jiujitsu
5 ★★★★★ 26 Google reviews · BJJ gym in St. Augustine, Florida
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 rudisjiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 904-930-1273
Hours
| Monday | 12–1:30 pm, 4–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 4–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 12–1:30 pm, 4–9 pm |
| Thursday | 5–9 pm |
| Friday | 12–1:30 pm, 4–9 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–5 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“They prioritize safety of the women and children above all else and genuinely just want to have a fun, safe training environment for everyone.”
“They offer gi and nogi as well as wrestling so they have something for everyone , I highly recommend everyone to at least stop by and give it a shot.”
“They offer gi and nogi as well as wrestling so they have something for everyone , I highly recommend everyone to at least stop by and give it a shot.”
“Its a family friendly environment and the training reaches from begginer to competitor at all ages.”
“Whether you’re looking to get into martial arts, learn self-defense, or just have a good time and stay active, I definitely recommend checking this place out!”
“Clean space, great instruction, and a really friendly environment for all levels.”
Other martial arts here
“They offer gi and nogi as well as wrestling so they have something for everyone , I highly recommend everyone to at least stop by and give it a shot.”
What members say
“Coach Andy is very knowledgeable and is a great guy trying to help build the grappling community!”
“Coach Andy and Dan break down complex details in a way that makes sense whether it's your first day on the mats or you're a seasoned colored belt.”
“The instruction is top-notch, and the room is filled with skilled, welcoming people who push you to improve while keeping things positive.”
“I’ve seen great improvement in their confidence, technique, and overall attitude since they started training here.”
“The instruction is world-class, with a heavy emphasis on modern technique, strategy, and competition testing.”
“Thank you for having a clean, spacious spot for us to come to bringing our community together from all over the state!”
From the reviews
Top notch facility dedicated to training athletes to maximum performance potential. They love to train students that have never trained and looking for self defense. The philosophy of this training is highly motivational and provides skills to make it through daily life events.
RUDIS Jiu Jitsu is an excellent gym with high-level, quality instruction and a clean, well-maintained facility. The training environment is professional, supportive, and filled with awesome training partners who push you to improve. Highly recommend for anyone serious or interested in learning Jiu Jitsu and Wrestling.
We had a wonderful time. We came doing kids class and my kids really enjoyed the instruction and training they were getting. They were talking about it all the way home. Top notch instructors and also top-notch students highly recommend this place. They are warm and welcoming. We will definitely be back
Rudis Jiu Jitsu offers high-level training in a great environment. The instruction is top-notch, and the room is filled with skilled, welcoming people who push you to improve while keeping things positive. Highly recommend for anyone serious about leveling up their jiu jitsu.
New to BJJ? Start at Rudis Jiujitsu
Rudis Jiujitsu 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 Rudis Jiujitsu
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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