Adult Brazilian jiu jitsu classes for beginners in Tampa

Gracie Combatives® Beginner Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for Adults

Age Range: 13+ |  Experience Requirement: None

If you are new and looking for adult Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in the vicinity of Seminole Heights, Tampa Heights, or Ybor, Gracie Combatives is the beginner program for you. In this program, you will learn the 36 core techniques of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in a fun, safe, and cooperative environment. Each one-hour lesson addresses one standing and one ground self-defense technique, which are further broken down into simplified drills or “slices” to facilitate the learning process.

You can start the program at any time and participate in any class without previous experience. Since safety is our number one concern, there is no competitive sparring in this program. Upon successful completion of the Gracie Combatives program, you will earn your Gracie Combatives Belt, which qualifies you for advancement into the Master Cycle program.

36 Essential Techniques
Although the art of Brazilian jiu-jitsu consists of over 600 techniques, studies of real fights conducted by members of the Gracie family have shown that 36 techniques have been used more often and with greater success than all the other techniques combined. Originally developed for the U.S. Army, Gracie Combatives is the only course that is entirely dedicated to the mastery of these 36 essential techniques.

You need absolutely no experience to start this program. Our instructors conduct all classes in a cooperative training environment and are committed to ensuring that every new student has an informative, enjoyable experience regardless of age, gender, or athletic ability. This means virtually anyone can join us and learn Brazilian Jiu Jitsu as a beginner at our Tampa school.

Step 1: Learn the Techniques
We have divided the 36 Gracie Combatives techniques into 23 one-hour classes so that you can complete the course at your own pace. We designed each lesson so that you can start at any point in the course. As a result, you can complete the 23 lessons in any order without feeling overwhelmed or confused. Upon enrolling, we will issue you a Gracie Combatives attendance card on which we will track your progress every step of the way.

Step 2: Develop Your Reflexes
Once you complete each of the 23 Gracie Combatives lessons twice, you will qualify to participate in the Reflex Development (RD) Classes where you will learn how to combine the 36 techniques to address the most common occurrences in a real fight.

Step 3: Earn Your Gracie Combatives Belt
Once you complete each of the Gracie Combatives lessons three times, and you’ve completed at least 12 Reflex Development Classes, you are eligible to test for your Gracie Combatives belt! We will administer a 25-minute test to assess your ability to execute the 36 essential techniques individually and in combination. If your reflexes are sharp and your performance meets Gracie University standards, you will qualify for promotion, and you will be ready to transition into our advanced program, the Master Cycle.

Free Online Access & Satellite Training Privileges
Upon enrolling in the Gracie Combatives program, you will receive a free subscription to Gracie University Online. Through our interactive online platform, you will have access to detailed video instruction on every technique in the course enabling you to study the lessons even when you aren't at our Brazilian Jiu Jitsu school!

Additionally, all active students at our Certified Training Center in the Seminole Heights area, qualify to train for free at any other Gracie Certified Training Center around the world for up to 30 consecutive days per year. Since the curriculum is the same at all Certified Training Centers, you will receive credit for every lesson on your Gracie Combatives attendance card when you return home!

10-Day Free Trial!
Most Brazilian Jiu Jitsu schools limit new students to one free trial class. We offer new students a 10-day free trial that includes unlimited access to all of our beginner group classes for a full 10 days. We’re confident that the curriculum, the camaraderie, and quality of the instruction will exceed all your expectations. If that’s not the case, just let us know, and we will never charge you for the classes you took.

To take advantage of our 10-day free trial, you can follow the link below or simply contact us, and we’ll schedule your first class today!

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