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Valente Brothers Jiu-Jitsu
4.8 ★★★★★ 162 Google reviews · BJJ gym in North Miami Beach, 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
- 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule valentebrothers.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 305-354-2060
Hours
| Monday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–2:30 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The environment is serious yet respectful, making it ideal for both beginners and advanced practitioners who want to refine their fundamentals.”
“The environment my children grow up in—and the people who influence them—will shape how they face challenges, how they treat others, and the confidence they build in themselves.”
“Their focus on discipline, respect, and traditional jiu-jitsu goes far beyond just learning techniques, it’s about personal growth, confidence and so much more.”
“Second, they focus strictly on the traditional martial art of Jiu jitsu from the self defense perspective, but also with a focus on philosophy (with weekly lectures/discussions).”
“The family atmosphere and deep respect for tradition create an environment where students of all levels feel welcomed and genuinely invested in.”
What members say
“The family atmosphere and deep respect for tradition create an environment where students of all levels feel welcomed and genuinely invested in.”
“The family atmosphere and deep respect for tradition create an environment where students of all levels feel welcomed and genuinely invested in.”
“Their focus on discipline, respect, and traditional jiu-jitsu goes far beyond just learning techniques, it’s about personal growth, confidence and so much more.”
“Their kids program is incredible and ensures your child will have supreme confidents, but also the humbleness and care to help others.”
“Valente Brothers is a world renowned Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy founded by Pedro, Gui, and Joaquim Valente who were direct students of Grand Master Hélio Gracie.”
“A great place to learn technical self defense in a clean modern safe facility where people of all ages and backgrounds can benefit from this great art.”
From the reviews
Valente Brothers is truly a different kind of Jiu jitsu school than you will find in most communities in the US. First- the facility is amazing. Extremely clean and easily accommodates the huge number of students.
There isn't a school that teaches jujutsu better. First of all, the facility is world class. There literally isn't a better, cleaner, or more efficient jujutsu training space. The facility is matched by the quality instruction.
Amazing curriculum and program for kids of all ages and adults! The staff and the instructors are top notch. The Valente Brothers have developed something special! It will change your life all for the better! Our whole family has trained with the Valente Brothers and we are students for life. Well worth it!
My daughter and I recently visited the Valente Brothers Academy and were amazed with their complete Jiu Jitsu experience. The Professors were extremely welcoming, the staff was helpful, facilities top-notch, and their students were friendly.
New to BJJ? Start at Valente Brothers Jiu-Jitsu
Valente Brothers 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 Valente Brothers 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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