Gracie Florida Jiu-Jitsu

“I trained muay thai for the first time with Jon Michael. Excellent instructor, very insightful, great sense of humor too. I would highly recommend this school to anyone. Looking forward to bringing my daughter there to train with him.”

“Both instructors and students are knowledgeable and welcoming at John Michael's jiu jitsu academy. My favorite quality is probably their sense of humor, but their kindness is helpful to someone new to the realm of jiu jitsu. I am not a full-time resident, but as others have mentioned, you can find a home, away from home, here in this community. This school recently relocated to one side of Body Exchange Boxing (see separate review for these folks) so you are best off coming in for the most accurate scheduling for both entities.”

“John Michael is by far the best instructor we have ever had for martial arts. For the kids’ classes, I couldn’t BELIEVE how well he connected with them and seriously changed their lives for the better - bringing confidence, skills, discipline and respect to a seriously high level. My son is now graduating from high school and STILL embodies the principles that JM instilled in him from an early age. Cannot thank you enough for your impact on their lives”

“This is our home away from home where my 2 sons and I train when we are in town several times a year. With Direct Gracie Jiu Jitsu lineage, you can be assured you are receiving top notch training and education. Whatever your goals are, self defense, competition training, weight loss, Professor John-Michael will help you reach your goals while providing unwavering support and encouragement throughout your journey. You WILL work hard, but you will look and feel the results. 🤙🏽”

“As an active martial arts Academy owner...I chose to visit Gracie Florida Jiu Jitsu to learn Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. I could not recommend this club highly enough, nor the professor. A very well taught...expert in his field and such a fun, family environment to learn. Thank you so much for making my Martial Arts journey so much more than limited to one Martial Art John Michael.”