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This is the best hall in the world.

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Posted 1 year ago

A solid group of fighters at this gym. I was fortunate to stop in while I was in town for work and the instructors and students were incredibly welcoming to me and helped me prepare for an upcoming competition. No AC in the gym makes the rounds more fun and your opponents even tougher. Absolutely will stop by next time I'm in the area Update- stopped by again tonight and the team at Ybor was just as welcoming and just as tough as before. No way you can find a better Jiu-jitsu gym in Tampa

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Posted 1 year ago

Joshua Zammit

Awesome gym. The people are super friendly and the instructors are amazing! I feel like I always leave having learned a lot

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Posted 1 year ago

Carlos Pinto

Had a great time at my first class great people 100% recommend it

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Posted 1 year ago

anvil dw

I took my first class of BJJ at this gym. Excellent gym, great vibe, friendly people.

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Posted 1 year ago

Josean Cruz

Awesome gym. Awesome people. Good instructions. Lots of space to role

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Posted 1 year ago

Phil Crabb

Stopped in for a class while on a work trip and I’m glad I did. The class was long and tough but I got some great rolls in and everyone who was there was super cool! Great spot to train if you find yourself in Tampa!

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Posted 1 year ago

Shawn Ramrup

had a great time with the striking class! Great people and very welcoming!

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Posted 2 years ago

C Pasielski

A solid group of fighters at this gym. I was fortunate to stop in while I was in town for work and the instructors and students were incredibly welcoming to me and helped me prepare for an upcoming competition. No AC in the gym makes the rounds more fun and your opponents even tougher. Absolutely will stop by next time I'm in the area

Posted 2 years ago

Emilio Martinez

Fantastic place, great guys to roll with!

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Posted 2 years ago

Elizabeth M

I go here with my two kiddos and we absolutely love it ! What is perfect about this place is they really take their time with you and work with all levels. Motivate you without pushing you too hard. A welcoming environment not only for men but for us ladies and children. I recommend to anyone looking to get in shape, learn self defense or really looking for just an experience..This is Tampas best kept secret when it comes to a great martial arts center.

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Posted 2 years ago

rob ransom

I was able to able to find Ybor City Jiu-Ybor City Jiu-Jitsu Club, and let me tell you this the hospitality they showed the kid was nothing short of amazing. The guys/gals at the gym were super friendly, the rolls were toughhhhh, and the instruction was top tier and detailed. When I come back to Tampa I will definitely be returning because they treated this Georgia guy right!!! #slimjitsu #chokesandsmiles #mattherapy

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Posted 2 years ago

M N

It's dangerous to go alone! Take this.

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Posted 2 years ago

Michael Greenleaf

Super welcoming, great variety of people to roll with. Instruction is great, extremely reasonable pricing as well.

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Posted 2 years ago

Daniel Ayd

Super welcoming gym with the most real feel I've gotten on the road. Finally got to check off Florida on this trip to Tampa and YCJJC is among the best places I've dropped in to train out. Five countries and twenty-five states now. They have plenty of scheduling options and we're responsive to messaging to make sure it was ok to drop in. Sal, Jake, Brent and Rodney among others made me feel welcome during the casual drill session on Friday at 6AM. I was torn between that and the 6AM Thursday open roll but Brent was a tough as nails, super crafty fellow grey haired practitioner who had some cool stuff to share so this class turned out to be perfect. Location has got great airflow and cool art on the walls along with plenty of space to safely roll. They take health, safety, and hygiene seriously. But to me the best part are all the time slots to work on developing your game with the freedom to explore independently and without warm-ups! The calendar also has plenty of organized class time so they have something for everyone... highly recommended!

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Posted 2 years ago

Sean Mullaney

Did a drop in while on the road, clean facilities, friendly/helpful staff, welcoming people and vibe, and good competitive rolls. Highly recommend. Will definitely revisit if back in town

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Posted 2 years ago

B Wong

The only place where you will get choked harder than your last Tinder date, be more humiliated/humbled than a 1 night stand, and still wake up the next morning proud of yourself. BEST VALUE, FRIENDLY, CLEAN. Staff are awesome, people are awesome, feels like an authentic genuine training gym. Transparent pricing from the get-go Also the price to value ratio is unbeatable here.

Posted 2 years ago

bjj doug

Every Sunday, the Ybor City open mat offers a fantastic jiu-jitsu experience, perfect for making friends and practice skills. The atmosphere is welcoming to all skill levels, fostering a great mix of learning and friendly competition. It's not just about grappling; it's about community and connection. Highly recommend for anyone passionate about jiu-jitsu or looking for a supportive, friendly environment to train.

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Posted 2 years ago

George Antoniou

Fantastic Club!

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Posted 2 years ago

Ivan Rothstein

I have been training here for a couple of years now and I really enjoy it. The coaches are really great and I appreciate that they seem to be giving complementary lessons. Great training environment, great partners. Overall, I can't say enough good things about training here. I hope to continue here for a long time.

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Posted 3 years ago

not quite dr.Crocq

Amazing training experience. Very experienced coaching staff. Welcoming training partners. One of the best martial arts gyms in the area! Can't recommend it enough!

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Posted 3 years ago

Jessica Ciccarelli

My son takes kids classes and loves it. There's a knack to working with kids and Mr. Johnny's got it.

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Posted 3 years ago

Yun Bai

Had my first trial class last night (I am visiting schools to see which one is the best fit). The facility is very clean, loved the small class size for more individual instruction, the instructor was very welcoming and engaging, always made sure I had something to work on and gave me exercises that are a fit for me as a beginner, and someone was there to make sure every move I did was correct. They played upbeat music while practicing which made the experience more fun and empowering. 10 stars for sure. Even though I’m choosing Kung Fu for foundation work, definitely coming here for Jiu-Jitsu when it’s time to cross train. Yee!!

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Posted 3 years ago

Gene Cowherd

Still rocking this place ...with a cuff anna crease...

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Posted 3 years ago

Daniel Chionuma

Super friendly staff and tough rolls! Visiting from out of town for a conference and these guys let me drop in for a few classes. Highly recommend!

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Posted 4 years ago

Salvatore Urso

Best Jiu-Jitsu in Tampa! The instructors are top-notch. Clean, safe environment.

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Posted 4 years ago

Alexander Khojainov

Love it! John and Joey are great instructors and all the higher level belts are interested in seeing you improve as training partners. I've managed a BJJ gym in the past and have trained at many different facilities, this place is top notch!

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Posted 4 years ago

Tyrone Galvan

Teacher very nice. groups very respectable it is hot in that garage for sure. No air condition at all.. you could be losing a lot of pounds for sure.

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Posted 5 years ago

Arthur Castaner

This place has the best environment and instruction. They really service the grappling community with there knowledge and dedication

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Posted 5 years ago

Jeremy Schaller

Great guys with a fantastic vibe. You can tell the owners care more about you than the money.

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Posted 5 years ago

Matheus Bloemer

Great environment and super cool people!

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Posted 6 years ago

Nicholas King

I went to the Sunday Open Mat and I absolutely loved it. A lot of high level guys and a friendly, chilled atmosphere. I will come back as often as I can!

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Posted 7 years ago

Jae Hwan Choi

Moving from Philly. Great gym.

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Posted 7 years ago

T Grif

Everyone is very welcoming, great teachers, and it's in ybor. 5 stars.

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Posted 7 years ago

Google User

This place is as good as it gets for BJJ. My husband and I have been going for the past 2-3 months and its the best of the best. Chris and Joey are among the best teachers out there with a great personality. It has really helped me become better at BJJ and I absolutely am in love with the sport and plan to train here for the rest of our lives. I couldn't see myself anywhere else. Great group of people as well too that come and train.

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Posted 7 years ago

Derek Hutchinson

Been training here for over 3 years and I have absolutely loved it! I had zero previous martial arts experience before beginning training here, but I always felt welcomed and comfortable. All of the instructors are extraordinarily knowledgeable. The monthly membership fee is a great value considering the quality of instruction you will receive.

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Posted 7 years ago

Clayton Antonidas

Ive done martial arts a good 1/3 of my life, and i recently I got started in jiu jitsu over the summer and started taking classes here at the beginning of the semester, i have nothing but positive things to say about this place. Not only does this school have Jiu Jitsu AND Judo classes, but the atmosphere is very friendly even among the best communities ive been a part of. The instructors ive had in class for both judo and BJJ have all been outstanding. If you're wanting to learn any martial art, BJJ is one of the best ones to know and if youre looking for a good place to train, look no further

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Posted 7 years ago

Shane

Stopped by for the day as I was traveling. Nothing but good things to say. Very knowledgeable instructors and very welcoming atmosphere.

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Posted 8 years ago

Enller Molina

Absolutely love this place. IMO their Sunday open mat format is the best training setting in the entire Tampa area and the freedom it offers to learn from & train with practicioners from many schools is unparalleled.

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Posted 8 years ago

Michael Ingold

I love this place. It's my home away from home. The people I train with are like family to me now, and the instructors are the best.

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Posted 8 years ago

Christina Cruz

Great place to learn and something for all levels of skill. A very welcoming environment with skilled instructors. I would highly reccomend this school to anyone who is beginning or looking to strengthen their training/skill set.

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Posted 8 years ago

Sean K

The instructors Chris Reed and Joey Best are top notch. Ybor City Jiu Jitsu club has a very cool vibe and they offer 6AM classes (for us Tampa commuters) as well as afternoon, evening and weekend classes. The Ybor City Jiu Jitsu Sunday open mat is the best around. Everyone who trains there is willing to help others improve the level of their game! It’s just an awesome place and I love training there! YCJJC Family

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Posted 8 years ago

Milford Eutsey

The best school in the Tampa area by far. Joey Best is a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu genious. The atmosphere is accomodating whether you want to get in shape or compete! The instrutors are all very passionate.

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Posted 8 years ago

Taylor Durdan

The best teachers and everyone quickly becomes family! Can't say enough about this place!

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Posted 8 years ago

Mrs Rodriguez

This is such a great school. Great instructors and welcoming environment. Classes are available for all levels and the schedule offers plenty of options.

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Posted 8 years ago

Kris Doucette

Stopped by while in town. Great instruction and very welcoming.

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Posted 8 years ago

Christine Hanna

My kid is working on his concentration and discipline. He has learned So Much thanks to Mr Chris at YCJJC. Chris is phenomenally patient and kind with the kids. He shows them so much love while encouraging them to grow. Picking up Jiu Jitsu skills is secondary, in my mind, to becoming a better person on and off the mat. I am the Last person on earth to even attempt any kind of martial arts training. The people of YCJJC are like a family, so open and kind to everyone who walks through the door. It is truly a special place. I’m so thankful and can not recommend it enough.

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Posted 8 years ago

Justin Hethcote

Came through town on business and wanted to get in some rolls. Great place, with good instructors and atmosphere. I will definitely come back next time I am in Tampa.

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Posted 8 years ago

Ivette Lucia Serville

We just moved to Tampa from Texas and we have been looking for a gym, I'm so happy we chose YCJJC! Kids program is amazing, my son has learned so much! I have also learned so much from BJJ to Judo, can't wait to take No Gi. Everyone there is like a family. Definitely recommend this academy to everyone.

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Posted 9 years ago

Richard Bienvenue

Great place to train and learn the gentle art. If you live nearby or are just visiting YCJJC is a fantastic place to learn and become part of the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu family.

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Posted 9 years ago

Zen Flynt

I was there for jiujitsu class it was awesome. Skilled coach ,friendly atmosphere great gym to learn the game, beginners and advanced will learn something new.

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Posted 9 years ago

Nathan Boeger

Fantastic!!!

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Posted 9 years ago

Orlando Facenda

Really awesome place! I didn't know what I was expecting at first but just after the first class I feel in love with it. Definitely the best place to train!

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Posted 9 years ago

michael lukacina

My son just started here and he loves it! Chris is an extraordinary teacher and so good with kids. You can feel the love right when you walk in the door. My family is very happy here.

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Posted 10 years ago

Mugamushin

YCJJ is a special place among dojos in the bay area, or most places for that matter. YCJJ is run by two old school Gracie Barra guys who decided they wanted to do away with the old way of doing things. They focus on what matters which is the art. This is a place to go if you are about Jiu-Jitsu. You won't find club politics, exorbitant prices or egos here. Egos get checked real quick here and you will see that it's more than a club. It's a place to make lifelong friends. If you train here your game will improve and you will see and feel Jiu-Jitsu in it's truest expression. If you are looking for an MMA gym with "tough guys", this gym isn't for you. YCJJ is about the lifestyle and one can see and feel this immediately once they walk through the door. Not only is the instruction great, there's a lot of love here as well.

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Posted 10 years ago

Sidney Sherrill

Ybor City Jiu-Jitsu Club is a very special and unique institution. I moved to Tampa only a few months ago and after my first week here I was inspired (mainly by groupon offering a great deal for a 6 week-long intro course) to check the place out. It’s been the best part of my week ever since. Everyone (including the instructors and gym owners) is so welcoming, extremely helpful and entirely uncritical. The gym members are a diverse group, both in length of membership and in skill level, but the lessons are always high quality. As a student I am mentally and physically pushed and challenged, but I can already see myself making progress in my learning. Within the past two months this gym has become my favorite place to be in my free time, and I feel so lucky to have found it. That all being said, if you want to look it up online I recommend checking out their Facebook page, as they’re still developing their website.

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Posted 10 years ago

Gen C

Excellent place to learn Jiu-jitsu, the best coaches, and great people.

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Posted 11 years ago

mbriones81

This is the place for Jiu-Jitsu, the instructor are great, the environment is awesome overall its a great place for all levels of grappling.

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Posted 11 years ago

Damien Mckinzie

Great location, great atmosphere, great people, and great instruction from Joey Best, and Chris Reed. Such a great place to train weather you are a beginner or a expert this is the place to do Jiu-Jitsu in Tampa.

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Posted 11 years ago

Bob The Trim Guy

Great bunch of guys!

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Posted 11 years ago

Dave Middendorf

I have been in the fight/Martial arts arena for over 40 years now. This club by far, is run by one of the best coaches I have ever trained with. His instructional technique is awesome. He will show/explain a technique, always giving ample time to drill it. As we drill he walks the room to offer advice or compliment you. The next technique is always related to the first technique which makes it so much easier to remember them. It truly is a think tank. We can tear part a technique to explore other avenues and build on that technique thru discovery which makes it more exciting and rewarding. By far the best group of men and women I have ever trained with. I know all clubs say we are a 'family'. But you feel it after working out here very soon. This is my last stop in my Martial arts career and Im glad its with Joey Best.

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Posted 11 years ago

Joe K.

You get all of the good (excellent instruction, great atsmosphere,clean facility) with none of the bad (egos, rival school mentality), and all at the best price anywhere. Joey and Chris have the best school in Tampa, hands down. Don't believe me? Come take a class and see!

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Posted 11 years ago

Aalon Cruz

The best jiu-jitsu school hands down in Tampa, and won't completely empty your wallet! The instruction from Joey Best and Christopher Reed Is top notch! I always recommend their school to people who are interested in the art of jiu-jitsu!

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Posted 11 years ago

Michael Taylor

This place has it all: grappling, submission grappling, brazilian jiu-jitsu, gi, nogi. The only thing missing is egos!

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Posted 11 years ago

redtidebc

Ybor City Jiu Jitsu club is like church to me!

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Posted 11 years ago

Benjamin Zapata

Great gym right in the heart of Tampa. Top notch instruction and a great learning environment. Professor Joey & Chris are super knowledgeable and help create ultra technical grapplers. Great place to get a work out and learn the best martial art in the world!

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Posted 11 years ago

Matthias Otte

I came in not knowing what to expect. I met Joey and i can honestly say, without a shadow of a doubt, that he is one of the nicest, most patient, humble, knowledgable and positive guys I ever met. When he starts talking JJ, its a history lesson in itself. Anyway, I am a person who seeks out the best for anything I do. I believe that if you invest in what you consider the best, you will get what you pay for (of course there are exceptions, but not in this case). Being a swimmer and having swam for over 40 years it was and is not an easy task to transition to a 'land sport', yet Joey is super patient and pays very close attention to every detail to ensure I receive the best training possible. I see and appreciate the pride Joey has for this sport and it shows in how he teaches. If I could give it a sixth star, I would! Not to shortcut Josh Rafferty, my Boxing coach. Josh and Joey could be twins, because they both show the same qualities. So if you are looking to become a better, healthier. stronger and more confident person, look no further that Ybor Jiujitsu! You won't regret it one second!

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Posted 11 years ago

Olie Olson

Just stopped by, everyone was friendly and laid back. Such a welcoming place. Clean place, amazing mat space.the The instructors are awesome( high level black and brown in belt Brazilian jiu jitsu) and were on the mat. Can't wait to train again. Check them out

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Posted 11 years ago

Krucial Bjj

Great high level instructors, clean and super friendly and family environment. It's the best place to learn Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. This club became my home and it's members my family. Highly recommended!!!

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Posted 11 years ago

Anthony Mcglynn

I am a brown belt who stopped in for a day to train here. The whole gym was very welcoming. Good technique, good instruction, and great sparring. The facility was clean if a bit industrial. I prefer gyms that look like they've been trained in as opposed to gyms that have brand new everything. The bathroom was a little cramped but that's such a trivial complaint. The only reason that I didn't give them a 5 out of 5 was because I only spent one class there and I don't think it would be fair to give them a perfect score on my one day experience. I am sure if I get to go back a few times I will update this to a 5

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Posted 7 years ago

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