Carlson Gracie South Lakeland - Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Kickboxing, Physical Fitness, Preschool Martial Arts & Combat Training

“Coach Marc is amazing with the kids. I put my 6 year old in the after school jiujitsu program and they are great at assuring there’s pick up on time, the kids get exercise before class and a whole session. I especially like how they are teaching him routine and how to respectfully address one another. They have one on one sessions to assure the weekly moves are being completed. My son loves it and has learned so much!!! Highly recommended!!”

“Well first and foremost, Coach Marc is the absolute best! He’s definitely helped my son tremendously with his confidence (my son is a smaller guy) and has assured me that my son doesn’t have to worry about any type of bullying while in their facility and in coach Marc’s presence. If I had any concerns Marc has squashed them immediately and never left me hanging on any questions I needed answered regarding pick ups/tuition/ or questions about my son’s progress. He’s been very responsive and attentive which I’m grateful for. I feel like most places get too ahead of themselves and all communication gets lost but not with this place. My son has attended this gym for a little over two years now & absolutely loves it. Coach Marc picks up my son from school and it allows me to finish my duties for the day. This gym has brought many friendships into my son’s life! The gym is also clean and very well organized. If you are looking to put your child into an after school activity I would 100 percent recommend talking to the owner or Marc and getting your little one signed up right away. They also do summer camp so if you are a working parent during the summer, they take your kids to many places to assure they also have their summer fun! Thanks to the Carlson Gracie team my son looks forward to his after school care and his classes where he is progressively getting better everytime with his jui jitsu skills!”

“The Carlson Gracie Team is certainly above the rest in many aspects. Having Marc as a BJJ instructor during classes and one-on-one training has elevated my performance both on and off the mats. Marc also does exceptional work when he works with kids who attend his after school and homeschool programs. You, and or your family will not be disappointed while being a part of this flourishing community.”

“What warms my heart the most about this location is when ALL (3) of the Coaches are on the floor with the littles (5-7) and I'm certain they're the same way with all ages. In just a short period the Coaches connect with each student. The energy in the atmosphere alone draws a connection with anyone who walks through the door. I have my son in this for self-defense and in as little as the first couple of weeks when he started, I've noticed a difference in him. Although he was already confident going in, this puts the icing on the cake for him and fills the gap with a well-rounded extracurricular activity and something he will use for the rest of his life. Our travel time one way is 45 minutes but well worth the trip for a 30-minute class. Coach Marc leads an award-winning program for all ages.”

“Carlson Gracie South Lakeland is an amazing place to learn jiu jitsu. The instructors are incredibly knowledgeable and passionate, and they create a supportive and welcoming environment for students of all levels. Marc and Rafa are particularly exceptional. Marc has a unique ability to break down complex techniques into easy-to-understand steps. He is also very patient and encouraging, and he will always take the time to help you improve your skills. Rafa is a great mentor and teacher, and he is always there to support his students and he makes class fun and enjoyable. The students at Carlson Gracie South Lakeland are also amazing. They are all very friendly and supportive, and they are always willing to help each other out. The class is like a family, and it is a great place to learn jiu jitsu and make friends. I highly recommend Carlson Gracie South Lakeland to anyone who is looking for a great jiu jitsu school.”