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The Academy Jiu Jitsu
4.8 ★★★★★ 48 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Melbourne, 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 3–5) — 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 academyjjmelbourne.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (321) 378-1881
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 1–8 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 1–2:30 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–1:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“This gym is a very positive gym that really gives every kid individual attention to make sure they will succeed.”
“Come for fitness, self defense, or to grow in the skill of your sport, The Academy Jiu-Jitsu has classes for kids, Women Only BJJ, Adult BJJ, and Judo.”
“Come for fitness, self defense, or to grow in the skill of your sport, The Academy Jiu-Jitsu has classes for kids, Women Only BJJ, Adult BJJ, and Judo.”
“I have little-to-no experience with jiu-jitsu and candidly, was nervous to try — was immediately and memorably put at ease at how welcoming the environment is at TA.”
Other martial arts here
“Come for fitness, self defense, or to grow in the skill of your sport, The Academy Jiu-Jitsu has classes for kids, Women Only BJJ, Adult BJJ, and Judo.”
What members say
“I have little-to-no experience with jiu-jitsu and candidly, was nervous to try — was immediately and memorably put at ease at how welcoming the environment is at TA.”
“The instruction is top-notch and technical, the students are focused, and the environment and culture are a rare mix of warm and friendly while also intentional and reverent.”
“We love this gym and looking forward to watching our son grow with his technique.”
“A great, safe, and fun space for your children to practice jiujitsu! My son loves the coaches and looks forward to going to class every week!”
“Most importantly, the mats are kept extremely clean (I see someone cleaning every time I'm there) and I haven't had a single skin problem since I started training here.”
“The instruction is top-notch and technical, the students are focused, and the environment and culture are a rare mix of warm and friendly while also intentional and reverent.”
From the reviews
More than academy, a FAMILY away from home. Our experience as a family with this academy is refreshing!!! We found a place to learn an martial art in a inclusive environment. The teaching skills of the professors are superb.
A great, safe, and fun space for your children to practice jiujitsu! My son loves the coaches and looks forward to going to class every week! A great family owned business that makes you feel like family!
Highly recommend this gym. This was a great gym. I was visiting from Canada and not only was this place super welcoming. I am a brown belt and the level of teaching was high level. I actually learned two or three minor details about certain positions.
This is an incredible place to learn and train with genuine people who are dedicated to the art of Jiu Jitsu and the mindful growth that comes with it. The instruction is top-notch and technical, the students are focused, and the environment and culture are a rare mix of warm and friendly while also intentional and…
New to BJJ? Start at The Academy Jiu Jitsu
The Academy 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 The Academy 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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