START Jiu Jitsu Academy

This school is amazing! My husband and daughter both attend classes here and could not be happier. The time and effort the instructors take with the students is impressive and all classes are taught with the highest regard for safety!

From day 1 of training at START you feel like family. Having the chance to learn from world class professors and build bonds on and off the mat makes coming to train something you look forward to. If you’re looking to learn self defense/ get into shape/ or meet great people come join the family

Absolutely love this place! The coaches are amazing! They have so much patience with all the little ones and you can tell they truly enjoy teaching. My little guy started in April and has gained so much more confidence.Thank you for all you do :)

My daughter started her journey at Start BJJ Academy a year ago, we decided because of past and present bullying that she was receiving at her elementary school, as a mom I feel that I made the best decision. Katherina has learned so much from all her professors that we can't be more grateful for all the patience and dedication that we received. Start is truly the place to be if you want your child to learn and at the same time have fun.

Top notch facility with World Class instruction. Professor Rafael is one of the top instructors in the world and we are fortunate to have him here in South Florida. He has designed programs for adults and children that are safe, fun, and effective. Must try if you're interested in training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.

Best Environment. Best Professors. The staffs is Family Friendly, Professional and Knowledgeable. Don’t look anywhere else.My oldest daughter been attending classes there since she was 4 years old. My second daughter’s and I have been there for two years.

This is an amazing academy … professors, kids, parents, everyone. Professor Rafael is truly an inspiration for the kids … my daughter became much more confident after being part of the academy, and this is her 11th year now. Besides the athletic aspect of it, the academy helps the kids to build character, positive values, and resiliency … if you can, join this academy, or jiu-jitsu, you will never leave it.

My son has thrived positively in every aspect of his life at START for the past year and a half. The professors and coaches each know him and have played a key factor in his personal growth as an individual. The START family - us the parents, have formed our own family community, supporting each other child’s success as our own. Highly recommend START!

I have many friends and colleagues in the martial arts community. As a 40+ year old, when I asked them which school I should look to resume my BJJ journey that I walked away from nearly 20 years previous, Start was the answer nearly all of them gave me. They certainly were not wrong! The atmosphere is one of the most positive I have experienced in any facet of my life. As a returning beginner, I am allowed to proceed on my journey at my own pace. The instructors make sure that everyone pushes themselves, BUT methodically and with a certain caution, as to avoid over training and injuries as much as possible.

Amazing school, amazing professor, Coaches and the people that go to this school are all amazing people. This is my second jujitsu school and I h e enjoyed every moment of it. I look forward to being on the mats again soon. If your looking for a school that makes you feel welcome and want to learn from one of the best professors in the world then look no further than START Jiu Jitsu!!!!