Jiu Jitsu in Florida
988 academies across 228 cities
Jiu Jitsu Scene in Florida
Florida's BJJ scene is thriving with over 1,150 academies, particularly concentrated in Miami, Orlando, and Tampa. The state's warm climate and strong Latin American influence have created a year-round training culture with frequent outdoor training sessions. Florida hosts major IBJJF tournaments and numerous local competitions, making it a prime destination for both recreational and competitive practitioners.
Women's BJJ
Florida's BJJ community actively supports women's participation through dedicated classes and female-only training sessions at many academies, with a growing number of women-led programs.
Kids' BJJ
The state offers extensive kids' programs across its academies, with many locations running specialized youth competition teams and after-school programs.
For Beginners
New students will find Florida's BJJ scene welcoming and accessible, with most gyms offering structured beginner programs and multiple class times to accommodate various schedules.
Find BJJ Academies by City
"Land O' Lakes"
Alachua
Altamonte Springs
Apollo Beach
Apopka
Atlantic Beach
Auburndale
Aventura
Belleview
Beverly Hills
Big Pine Key
Boca Raton
Bonita Springs
Boynton Beach
Bradenton
Brandon
Brooksville
Bunnell
Callahan
Cape Canaveral
Cape Coral
Casselberry
Celebration
Chipley
Clearwater
Clermont
Cocoa
Cocoa Beach
Coconut Creek
Cooper City
Coral Gables
Coral Springs
Crawfordville
Crestview
Crystal River
Cutler Bay
Dade City
Dania Beach
Davenport
Davie
Daytona Beach
DeBary
Deerfield Beach
Defuniak Springs
DeLand
Delray Beach
Destin
Doral
Dunedin
Dunnellon
Edgewater
Ellenton
Englewood
Eustis
Fernandina Beach
Fleming Island
Florida City
Fort Lauderdale
Fort Myers
Fort Pierce
Fort Walton Beach
Freeport
Fruit Cove
Gainesville
Gibsonton
Golf
Gotha
Green Cove Springs
Greenacres
Gulf Breeze
Gulfport
Hallandale Beach
Hernando
Hialeah
Hialeah Gardens
High Springs
Holly Hill
Hollywood
Homestead
Hudson
Indialantic
Indian Harbour Beach
Indian Rocks Beach
Inverness
Jacksonville
Jacksonville Beach
Jasmine Estates
Jensen Beach
Jupiter
Key Biscayne
Key Largo
Key West
Keystone Heights
Kissimmee
Lake City
Lake Mary
Lake Park
Lake Wales
Lake Worth Beach
Lakeland
Lakewood Ranch
Lantana
Largo
Lauderhill
Leesburg
Lehigh Acres
Lighthouse Point
Lithia
Longwood
Lutz
Lynn Haven
Macclenny
Maitland
Margate
Marianna
Mary Esther
Melbourne
Merritt Island
Miami
Miami Beach
Miami Lakes
Miami Shores
Miami Springs
Middleburg
Midtown
Milton
Minneola
Miramar
Miramar Beach
Mt Dora
Naples
Navarre
Neptune Beach
New Port Richey
Newberry
Niceville
Nocatee
Nokomis
North Lauderdale
North Miami
North Miami Beach
North Port
Oakland
Oakland Park
Ocala
Ocoee
Odessa
Okeechobee
Orange City
Orange Park
Orlando
Ormond Beach
Oviedo
Pace
Palatka
Palm Bay
Palm Beach Gardens
Palm City
Palm Coast
Palm Harbor
Palmetto
Palmetto Bay
Panama City
Panama City Beach
Parkland
Pembroke Pines
Pensacola
Pinecrest
Pinellas Park
Plant City
Plantation
Pompano Beach
Ponte Vedra Beach
Port Charlotte
Port Orange
Port Richey
Port St. Lucie
Princeton
Punta Gorda
Riverview
Rockledge
Royal Palm Beach
Ruskin
Safety Harbor
Sanford
Santa Rosa Beach
Sarasota
Sebastian
Sebring
Seffner
Seminole
South Daytona
South Miami
Southwest Ranches
Spring Hill
St Cloud
St Pete Beach
St. Augustine
St. Petersburg
Starke
Stuart
Sunny Isles Beach
Sunrise
Tallahassee
Tamarac
Tampa
Tarpon Springs
Tequesta
Titusville
Trinity
Umatilla
University Park
Valrico
Venice
Vero Beach
Wellington
Wesley Chapel
West Melbourne
West Palm Beach
Westlake
Weston
Windermere
Winter Garden
Winter Haven
Winter Park
Winter Springs
Yulee
Zephyrhills
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Florida
Florida offers a vibrant Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu community with 988 academies across 228 cities. The BJJ scene continues to grow, with many academies offering comprehensive training programs for all skill levels.
Explore academies in popular locations like Miami, Orlando and Tampa. Many schools offer free trial classes for new students.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does BJJ training cost in Florida?
Monthly memberships typically range from $120-200, varying by location and program type.
Are there many competition opportunities in Florida?
Yes, Florida hosts multiple IBJJF tournaments annually, plus numerous local and regional competitions throughout the year.
What areas have the highest concentration of BJJ schools?
Miami-Dade, Orlando, and Tampa Bay areas have the highest density of BJJ academies.