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Tribe Jiu Jitsu and Kickboxing
5 ★★★★★ 34 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Tampa, 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
- 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 tribemmatampa.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (813) 954-5227
Hours
| Monday | 7–8 AM, 5:30–7:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 7–8 AM, 5:30–7:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7–8 AM, 5:30–7:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7–8 AM, 5:30–7:30 PM |
| Friday | 9–11 AM |
| Saturday | 9–11 AM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–1 PM |
The classes they run
“Female friendly, newbie friendly, fun atmosphere with lots of focus on technique and real world situations.”
“Whether you’re stepping onto the mat for the very first time or you’re a seasoned fighter, his approach makes everyone feel welcome and challenged.”
Other martial arts here
“I’ve tried a few Muay Thai and kickboxing gyms in the area, and this one is hands down the best.”
“Tribe MMA itself has a great energy and you can tell a lot of thought went into making it a place where people of all skill levels can grow and improve.”
“I’ve tried a few Muay Thai and kickboxing gyms in the area, and this one is hands down the best.”
What members say
“UFC vet Coach Aalon , offers excellent instruction and coaching with patience and positivity.”
“Everyone is welcoming and supportive, and there are even monthly gatherings that make you feel like you’re part of a community, not just another membership.”
“Training with Coach Aalon isn’t just about getting in shape — it’s about learning your body, building confidence, and growing alongside good people.”
“The instructor is extremely detail-oriented and encouraging, taking the time to make sure everyone understands the techniques while still keeping classes engaging.”
“Training with Coach Aalon isn’t just about getting in shape — it’s about learning your body, building confidence, and growing alongside good people.”
From the reviews
I’ve tried a few Muay Thai and kickboxing gyms in the area, and this one is hands down the best. Coach Aalon is incredibly passionate about what he does, and it truly shows in every class.
Tribe has a special energy!! Training with Coach Aalon isn’t just about getting in shape — it’s about learning your body, building confidence, and growing alongside good people. The environment is focused but welcoming, the kind that makes you want to show up and get better. Aalon teaches with real intention.
Amazing gym, amazing coach, and amazing students! I've been training here since they opened and trained under Aalon for over 9 months and it's always been such an awesome experience.
Female friendly, newbie friendly, fun atmosphere with lots of focus on technique and real world situations. Coach Aalon takes an interest in improving all his students no matter the experience level. Classmates are down to earth and welcoming. The only place I want to be 🙌🙌🙌
New to BJJ? Start at Tribe Jiu Jitsu and Kickboxing
Tribe Jiu Jitsu and Kickboxing 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 Tribe Jiu Jitsu and Kickboxing
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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