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Ryan Dean's The Dojo Martial Arts and Fitness
4.9 ★★★★★ 88 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Largo, 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule ryandeansthedojo.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (727) 542-2911
Hours
| Monday | 9:30 AM–9:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 9:30 AM–9:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:30 AM–9:30 PM |
| Thursday | 9:30 AM–9:30 PM |
| Friday | 9:30 AM–6 PM |
| Saturday | 8:30–10:30 AM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The Dojo is a fantastic place for children to socialize, learn valuable life benefits of Karate, and get great excersize at the same time in an inclusive and nurturing environment.”
“I moved out of town a couple years ago, but when I'm in town I go by the dojo to either do a class or one on one session.”
“Absolutely the best place around whether you want to learn martial arts for self development, competition, or self defense.”
“Friendly for beginners, while also remaining competitive.”
Other martial arts here
“I was invited with the USF judo club to come and practice and it was one of the best decisions I’ve made.”
“The Dojo is a fantastic place for children to socialize, learn valuable life benefits of Karate, and get great excersize at the same time in an inclusive and nurturing environment.”
What members say
“Greta coach and great environment, Ryan always has a smile on his face and loves what he does which makes learning an amazing experience.”
“Ryan is first class, and will not try to sell you programs you are not interested in taking.”
“Sensei Ryan and his team of experienced instructors provide a safe and supportive environment for children to learn and grow.”
“You can guarantee your child will learn respect and develop confidence by being part of this dojo, as mine has.”
From the reviews
I went to Ryan to try to get back in shape. Lifting weights at the gym was barely making me break a sweat. I joined The Dojo for the boot camp, but ended up taking some martial arts classes, as well. Ryan is first class, and will not try to sell you programs you are not interested in taking.
Master Dean has trained me both of my children since 2004. He is extremely passionate about martial arts with the patience to teach and engage children. I moved out of town a couple years ago, but when I'm in town I go by the dojo to either do a class or one on one session. He's one of the best in the business
Ryan is superb with my four-year-old grandson who is a great student. I am so glad that I have enrolled him in this wonderful program and Ryan is so patient and really good with these kids. I have been to the other martial arts classes and Ryan Dean Martial Arts is by far the best.
Ryan Dean's The Dojo is the best school I found for my children. I visited all the local martial arts schools in the area. The enviroment is welcoming and Sensei Ryan is awesome with the kids. The students encourage each other to succed which is a direct reflection of the teacher. Both my children really enjoy class.
New to BJJ? Start at Ryan Dean's The Dojo Martial Arts and Fitness
Ryan Dean's The Dojo Martial Arts and Fitness comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. 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 Ryan Dean's The Dojo Martial Arts and Fitness
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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