Gracie Martial Arts Tampa Jiu Jitsu and Self Defense

I'm just getting started on my Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Journey. I did my first private lesson with Emiliano. He was very knowledgeable welcoming and patient I highly recommend Gracie martial arts Tampa to anyone looking for a solid curriculum-based School

I am a 6th degree black belt in Taekwondo and have been in martial arts over 27 years but been training past two years in BJJ.  I am barely a white belt with 4 stripes from a different BJJ organization but was humbled and more than pleased with Gracie MA in Tampa.  The private lesson booked helped me learn some mistakes I was making with my curriculum and assisted in super easy approaches and solutions.  I feel more confident in my progression to Blue Belt and their theories for self-defense are relatable for our style TKD rooted in SD so it seemed more familiar ground.  I was more than pleased with the class and will certainly be returning.

I attended two private lessons and a regular combatives class with Emiliano this week while in Tampa on a business trip. They were really welcoming and the instruction was some of the clearest BJJ training (or any martial arts training  for that matter) I have had. I am comfortable recommending this Gracie Certified Training Center to anyone who wants to learn BJJ or self defense. Whether you are local or just passing through, this is a great place to get an great training experience. This curriculum and the way it is designed/implemented is so clear and low risk from an injury perspective that I had a great experience even with permanent disabilities. Give it a try. You won't regret it!.

Do it!

WOMEN and MOTHERS:
Jiu Jitsu is the most practical and realistic self defense for women. It will show you that size and strength do not matter as much as technique and leverage. The culture in this dojo is the most welcoming and friendly atmosphere even for the most nervous beginners. I have a toddler and twin babies and the first thing I asked when I called was if I could bring them. I didn’t even finish my sentence and Emiliano said bring them all. The babies used to cry for the entire class and my son would run all over the mat, but not once did I feel unwelcome or out of place. The instructors are certified and learning is so fun and easy and SAFE so I fell in love with Jiu Jitsu but I am staying with this place because of the culture. I wouldn’t have been able to do this if I had to get a babysitter or felt that my kids were annoying everyone. I am so thankful to the wonderful group of instructors that have made my experience so great. All women should know Jiu Jitsu! Honestly ladies, this place is worth it.

Emiliano and his magnificent group of trainers and staff create a warm and welcoming environment that makes learning the art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu exciting, fun, and non-intimidating. Whats more is that the facility is a Gracie Certified Training Center! Translation.... there are training programs for individuals of all ages and experience levels. For my needs as a husband and father of two young children, and as an individual with no formal martial arts training, the decision was one of the best I could have made for my overall health, safety, and well-being.
I encourage anyone remotely interested in jiu jitsu, self defense, or overall heath to take the time to at least visit the facility and speak with Emiliano or his staff, you won't regret it!

Hello to all,
I have had 2 class at Central City JJ, and I couldn’t be happier.
As a former school owner in NY, and still a student of the martial arts, I can identify a great school, which means a great instructor and that actually is  what Central City is, and of course my classmates are great they made me feel at home.
      Thank You to all
         Taekwon

I keep trying to decide what class has been my favorite but the more I attend I can’t pick. All I can say is learning the core of the art is the way to go.

The ability to review the videos on Gracie University before class give you a head start but wanting them again after helps explain questions you didn’t think to ask during class. Come try Central City Jiu-Jitsu and Self Defense.

The Combatives program is designed to teach you the most effective way to keep you safe. It’s proven “The slower you go the More you learn”