Gracie Apollo Beach

This is my 3rd jiu jitsu gym since I have been training for the last 5-6 years. I've been training here at Gracie Apollo Beach for a few months now, and I couldn't be happier! Owners Luis and Erin are incredible—both black belts who train hard alongside everyone and genuinely care about each member's progress. They're always there with encouragement, tailored advice, and a positive vibe that makes you feel like part of the family. The environment is super friendly and welcoming. No egos here, just a supportive community focused on growth and fun. And the huge kids' class is a standout.....it's packed with energetic young grapplers learning discipline and skills in a safe, engaging way. That's always a great sign of a top-notch gym! If you're looking to start or level up your Jiu Jitsu journey, this is the place. Highly recommend—5 stars all the way!

Seasoned, world class coaches with experience. They are very good with guiding everyone across all ages, skill levels, and fitness/injuries. The prices are reasonable for the experience and fundamentals that last a lifetime and can be applied to other aspects of life. Everyone here has been helpful and they pour their soul in to helping you succeed. This is the only gym my kid has been to so I can't compare to others, but I don't think it's common amongst other BJJ gyms to have so many highly experienced/ranked instructors. There's usually 2 to 3 black belts with decades in the sport instructing. The lineage of the instructors also builds clout. Plus the occasional master classes from outside instructors to include Royce and Khonry Gracie. You just cant put a price on that.

My son has been training at this gym for over three years, and I can honestly say it’s been one of the best experiences we’ve ever had. From day one, the atmosphere has been welcoming, supportive, and motivating. The owners truly care about every student and have created a space that feels like family. The coaches are absolutely top-notch — not only skilled in jiu jitsu, but also incredible mentors who bring out the best in both kids and adults. They’re patient, knowledgeable, and push you to improve while keeping things fun and respectful. This gym has given us more than just training — it’s provided confidence, discipline, and a strong bond he’ll carry for life. We’re proud to be part of this community and can’t recommend it highly enough.

Our two children ages 12 boy and 5 girl have been coming here for years and absolutely love it! The owners are amazing and are very involved teaching the majority of the classes. I love the fact they teach them life lessons in addition to BJJ and make it fun. Beginner, Advanced, or self-defense definately worth coming by and talking to them!

Our entire family trains here and we couldn’t ask for a more fair, safe and reliable coaching and training environment for our family to train. Amazing and diverse coaching staff, you feel seen and respected in and outside the gym. We are eternally grateful to transparency and commitment our coaches provided us as a family and in our own individual training schedules. 10/10