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United Legion Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 200 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Altamonte Springs, 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
- Open mat open-mat rolling sessions for members to practice live — always optional and at your own pace
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule unitedlegionbjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 407-879-2724
Hours
| Monday | 12–1:30 pm, 4–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 12–1:30 pm, 4–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 12–1:30 pm, 4–9 pm |
| Thursday | 12–1:30 pm, 4–9 pm |
| Friday | 12 am–1:30 pm, 4–9 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–2 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“They really practice discipline here, which is very important for my kids, but they also have FUN and get a ton of exercise and learn super valuable self-defense skills.”
“The Website was very helpful providing schedule class times and open mat times.”
“They really practice discipline here, which is very important for my kids, but they also have FUN and get a ton of exercise and learn super valuable self-defense skills.”
“He provides all his students (beginners or advanced) the best training consistently.”
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What members say
“We tried the class for the week trial and although they weren't sure after the first class, both of my boys were excited to continue learning with United Legion BJJ at the end.”
“We saw a tremendous difference in our sons from the very first class and are excited to have joined the United family!”
“The classes are a wonderful balance of practicing techniques with excellence, while also challenging the students to increase their personal best.”
“My son's confidence has grown since being here and it's also a great way to bond if you as a parent are interested in this as well.”
“United Legion Jiu Jitsu is an outstanding gym—clean, well-maintained, and fully equipped with top-notch amenities.”
“They really practice discipline here, which is very important for my kids, but they also have FUN and get a ton of exercise and learn super valuable self-defense skills.”
From the reviews
This place is pretty great. We have one of our boys enrolled here. JD and Gabby are very kind and patient. They're sure to pay attention to all the kiddos. They also try to make sure the kids are paying attention to the lessons, asking them questions as well. They push them to do and be better. Discipline is taught.
We have been in another school for the last year and a half, but were invited to United by a friend whose children are amazing leaders. So, we visited. What a night and day difference!
I love this place. I’m 58yo and had a 6 year gap in BJJ training. United Legion is a perfect fit- the atmosphere is so supportive, fun, and safe. You can really feel the shared joy and respect among the whole group.
United Legion Jiu Jitsu is an outstanding gym—clean, well-maintained, and fully equipped with top-notch amenities. Their class schedule is packed with options, making it easy to find something that fits any routine. Coach JD Lopez is phenomenal, especially with the kids.
New to BJJ? Start at United Legion Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
United Legion Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 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 United Legion 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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