Martial Arts Nation Lake Nona BJJ

“My perspective as an older cross-training neurodivergent brownbelt: This is such an amazing environment. Whether you're a working professional, full-time family caregiver, a kid struggling to find confidence, or someone who has always been nervous or intimidated by contact sports, this environment has exactly what you need to grow! What specifically does that entail: 1. Warmth: They know you by name! They focus on helping you feel like you belong and acknowledge your way of learning. 2. Knowledge and skill: impressive resumes are meaningless if you can't transmit it in ways that others can understand and execute. Professor Liborio has not only an impressive personal resume of accomplishment but an incredible lineage and legacy of helping others perform at the highest levels. 3. Community. As you progress in this sport, you'll find that community is one of the most telling indicators of good gym culture. It's not a company's tax-write off holiday season photo opp. In jiu jitsu, community refers to the way a gym interacts with the practitioners both within and outside of the gym membership. A good gym with a safe, healthy gym culture has a good relationship with practitioners throughout its local community, including those at other gyms. Community here is a regular experience. It's easily seen in the way people from other gyms choose and feel welcome to drop in and train. It is in the way the members of this gym support others at other gyms. It's in the way people in the lineage show up for each other, regardless of home gym. It speaks highly of not only the instruction but the inclusive environment that a gym's leadership has created. It's truly impressive and heartwarming. Professor Liborio has created a genuine community that connects and grows across gyms all over the state, the country, and the world. I feel so happy and welcome anytime I come here. It feels like visiting family. Highly recommend.”

“I would like to share my experience with the martial arts academy where my children are taking jiu-jitsu classes. They are absolutely loving it! The instructors are knowledgeable and supportive, creating a positive environment that encourages learning and growth. My kids have not only improved their skills but also gained confidence and made new friends. I highly recommend this academy for anyone looking to get into martial arts!”

“Great professores and techniques founded in true Brazilian jiu-jitsu roots. I was able to attend both kids and adults class and was very impressed with the methodology and attention to detail. It is always a honor to learn from master Ricardo Liborio, one of the greatest bjj athletes from all times !”

“Our experience at Nation Martial Arts has been nothing short of amazing! From day first we felt so welcome and the atmosphere is supportive, whether you’re a beginner or more experienced. The instructors are knowledgeable, patient, and truly invested in helping each student grow. They focus on both technique and self-defense, which is exactly what we were looking for. The classes are well-structured, with a great balance of drills, sparring, and practical applications. One of the things I appreciate most is how family-friendly the environment is. My 6 years old son loves the glasses and the coaches. It’s a great place to train, build confidence, and challenge yourself while surrounded by positive, like-minded people. Highly recommend!”

“Master Liborio is an excellent coach. The place is spacious, clean, and has easy parking. My son loves the classes, and it has been a great experience for him.”