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SQUAD BRAZILIAN JIU JITSU
5 ★★★★★ 155 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Kissimmee, 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
- 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 (ages 1–17) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Women's classes dedicated women's BJJ classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- 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
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule squadbjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 407-751-8743
Hours
| Monday | 3:30–9:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 3:30–9:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 3:30–9:30 pm |
| Thursday | 3:30–9:30 pm |
| Friday | 3:30–9:30 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I love this place, my son have been there for a year already, the maestre are so good, discipline is on point , really nice environment and you see the progress in your child!”
“Not only is it a great way for him to stay active, but it has also helped him build confidence, discipline, and valuable self-defense skills.”
“She is great at working with people of all skill levels and does an amazing job making everyone feel welcome while helping them improve.”
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What members say
“Professor Jorge is top-notch! He’s knowledgeable, patient and cares about his students!”
“The master is incredibly kind, and his daughter—who is also a well-known athlete—was very welcoming, guided me kindly, and is an excellent practitioner herself.”
“The master is incredibly kind, and his daughter—who is also a well-known athlete—was very welcoming, guided me kindly, and is an excellent practitioner herself.”
“All the coaches were very stern, but are very patient with them and are willing to breakdown instructions make sure your child improves in their development.”
“The gym and mats are always super clean, and the atmosphere is very welcoming.”
“I love this place, my son have been there for a year already, the maestre are so good, discipline is on point , really nice environment and you see the progress in your child!”
From the reviews
This past weekend me, my dad and my grey belt traveled to Orlando for the Kids PAN CHAMPIONSHIP and we were able to stop by Squad BJJ for some extremely fun training.
We couldn’t be more grateful for the incredible jiu-jitsu squad our son is part of. From day one, the coaches have shown nothing but dedication, discipline, and genuine care for each student’s growth—both on and off the mat. The environment is respectful, encouraging, and truly feels like a family.
My son has been training here for the past two years, and the transformation has been incredible. When he first started, he was very hyperactive, but over time he has become much calmer, more focused, and more disciplined.
I highly recommend Squad BJJ whether you’re looking to start Jiu Jitsu or you’re just in the area and want a good place to train. Whenever I’m in Orlando, I always try to stop by. The community is great, everyone is super friendly, and the hospitality is amazing.
New to BJJ? Start at SQUAD BRAZILIAN JIU JITSU
SQUAD BRAZILIAN JIU JITSU 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 SQUAD BRAZILIAN JIU JITSU
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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