We were visiting from out of town and wanted to get a training session in. I reached out and we…read morecould get into a class for a roll. I offered to pay whatever, and they were pumped that we reached out and wanted to roll on vacation, so they let us train for free for a class. They were all very friendly and the instructor was fantastic - encouraging and very detailed in the instructions. We felt very welcome here. They have great kid's instruction programs, so I definitely recommend this place if you are considering BJJ for your kid, regardless of age.

The coaches are all amazing here. They are all so great with the kids. It's has been so great to…read morewatch my kids grow and have fun here.

Best martial arts academy on Miami, hands down! Professor Ace is really knowledgeable, kind and…read morepatient teaching Brazilian Jiu Jitsu to both children, teens and adults. This dojo has the lowest and best Groupons!!

Ive seen instructional of the professor, and heard from other practitioners that this place is a…read moresolid vibe to train and learn.

Very impressed with this Jiu Jitsu school! My son was getting bullied at school and I decided to…read morehelp him raise his confidence and enroll him in some sort of self-defense classes. Gracie Barra came highly recommended by a friend. We tried out the class and we fell in love immediately! Both of my kids attend this school and they have learned SO much in the last 3 months. They not only learn self-defense, but also discipline. The instructor is great with the kids and knows how to explain techniques to where they can understand and grasp them. We are so happy with GB Kendall!!

If you are looking for fitness, self defense and overall self confidence, look no further! The…read moreinstructor Erik and his students promote a positive family-like environment, supporting each other with values that encourage growth and improvement. From beginner to expert, all are treated with a welcoming attitude and an appreciation for experience, no egos here. Certainly has changed my life!

I can only review Professor Daniel Perez's seven and under BJJ class. I can say that his older…read morestudents both, juniors and adults are very enthusiastic about coming to class. His seven and under class is approximately 80% boys, 20% girls. He has a high instructor to student class by leveraging his higher ranking adult students, combined with a small class size. At times he has one instructor to student. His seven and under class size ranges from six to two students. His class at this age is based on game based drills that teach basic fundamentals, i.e. the mount and staying on top by "surfing". All of the games are directly related to BJJ techniques and follow the Gracie childrens' sylabus. For the most pat the kids do the techniques on the adult instructors. This can insure that the teaching point is correctly imparted and that the failure point is reached to ensure constant improvement. This approach does a good job of improving balance, propioreception, agility, strength, skill foundation, and keeping martial arts fun for kids. This teaching method may not be the best for parents who expect techniques to be taught. Although the foundation is constantly improved, it will be the same drills over and over, which may become repetitive if you start a four year old and they stay until seven. This training methodology also will not work if the parent is looking for the child to compete in the near term, especially since there is no kid on kid rolling. In the long term though, after a year or so of technique based training in the seven and older class I would expect that this methodology will produce better competitors since it builds a strong base. It is also easier to keep the kids motivated to go to practice and my kids always cheer when I say it is time to go to Professor Daniel's class. Professor Daniel Perez partners with judo Sensei Angel Perez (no relation) to operate the Dojo and they offer a combined package where there is junior judo on Monday, Wednesday and Friday and junior BJJ on Tuesday / Thursday. The seven and under BJJ classes are short; around 30 minutes and they usually start fifteen minutes late from the published time. This short formal class period is recommended by some for young kids. He allows the kids to play on the mat, which all of the kids love, but he does keep a watchful eye for any unsafe play. He also allows for around 15 minutes of play after class. This is great to burn off that extra energy before bed and keeps the kids motivated to come to class. The classes are no-gi, but Professor Daniel says to bring a gi just in case they need it, but this has not happened in nine months. I would highly recommend this school to anyone looking for a physical activity for children. PROS IBJJF affilitated club under the Demian Maia school. There is an associated and optional judo class led by Sensei Angel Perez ( no relation ) that complements the BJJ practice nicely by covering gi techniques and throws. It gives the kids a chance to roll with other children and apply the skills they are taught in BJJ. The children's' price includes both BJJ and judo...so you could have the kids in five days a week. The dojo floor consists of Swain mats. There are mirrors on one wall and pads on the other wall. The mirrors assist in refining skills and the padded walls are adequate for safety. (see con for other side of coin) Professor Perez is the first American to receive a bjj black belt from Demian Maia. Good depth of senior adult students to assist in classes and fill in when Professor Daniel is not available. He does do a good job of teaching falling techniques. My grandson already successfully applied this in the real world when he fell out of the back of my parked car in a dead sleep and did a front break fall before he hit the ground, saving himself from a serious face plant. Does a good job with special needs children. CONS The bathroom is at the back of the dojo...so spectators need to remove footwear to use facilities if required...although there are plenty of other places to use bathroom in strip mall. The mirrored wall on one end of Dojo is distracting, kids seem to be fascinated with looking at themselves instead of focusing on instruction. Bad instructor to parent communication when there is an emergency and he cannot attend class. Real bummer to get kids all excited to go to class with Professor Daniel, get dressed out, fight traffic to find that class is cancelled. This communication problem can reach to assistant instructors when they do not know he is a no show or they do not have key to dojo. (This has happened three times in nine months - not frequent but very irritating.) If you have to drive a long distance to class and get kids dressed, it is a lot of effort for a thirty minute kids class. No belt promotions or competitions for under seven, this may or may not be a con depending on parent and child's goals.

Amazing Academy with ample parking and great instruction. Professor Daniel Perez is Demian Maia's…read morefirst American black belt and his instructions and style of teaching far surpass my expectations. He is patient and communicates extremely well which makes understanding complex movements and techniques a breeze. The students at the academy give it that family feel and are quick to welcome newcomers and help guide them through their BJJ journey. If you just want to get a different workout, learn self defense or compete at the highest of levels, this is a place you should definitely check out.

Soo... I've never done martial arts before. I've never even step foot in a gym before but I was…read morethinking about making a life change and I've always had an interest in kickboxing so I picked this place because it was close to my house. I gave them a call and they picked up right away. They answered all my questions in detail (great guest service - you speak directly with the trainers) and arranged to have me come in to take a free class and see if it was for me. I was new and awkward and didn't know how to do anything properly but the way the class was run was amazing. I quickly fell in line and anything they saw I was unsure of they corrected me on and let me know that a lot of it is repetition and will come with time and practice. The staff/trainers are all so friendly and experienced. They're very hands on and will stay before and after to help if need be. It's like a little family and after that first class I fell in love and signed up that day. It's been a month so far and I go every day (twice a day half the week). I recently started Jiu-Jitsu (which I am also new to) and again, very accommodating to newbies. They have advanced classes, belt tests, sparring and boot camp (AWESOME instructors). In one month I've learned so much and I feel way more fit and flexible. Besides the physical changes I can already see in my body, the best part is that there's an amazingly experienced team you can learn from when you have people who have been doing this for years to people who have only just started. Love, love, love it. No regrets, especially when you get a free trial run. GIVE IT A TRY! Side note: clean, has a bag room for practice, a mini ring arena, weights, jump ropes, exercise balls, sparring equipment, and sell any MMA equipment you might need for classes. LOVE YOU GUYS!

No stars for this rip off company. All promises until you try to cancel. Too many hoops to get the…read moreto stop charging your card. DO NOT GIVE THEM A CENT TOTAL CROOKS.

I wanted to update my review to say that I came back to this gym. I'm happy to be able to change my…read moreopinion after all this time, this place has changed for the better! While I can't comment about the Kids area (my daughter is old enough and I don't need this really from any gym anymore), I've attended several of their classes and they are great. They are challenging and the gym itself has kind of a young and hip vibe (won't make me feel like I'm attending an older person's gym), the staff working here are friendly and attentive, everything is very clean. When I signed up, I went for the membership option that gives you a MyZone Belt with the membership. It's pretty cool because when you're working out, you wear this belt and it keeps track of your heart rate and how many calories you burn while doing your workout. I use this as motivation for working out. Ample parking, gym is never fully packed, etc. This place is a lot more than a fighting gym and can be used as just a normal gym. But your workouts can take an interesting twist with the MMA fighting. I've come to really like this place, I'm so happy that they have improved over time!

This gym has been my second home forever. The coaches and employees are awesome and have become…read morelike family BUT this gym is always dirty, AC upstairs does not work, ever. I am there 5 days a week. They have not invested in this gym. The machines are old and often broken. With all of the gyms in Miami and with AROD being linked to this one, you would think the Kendall location would be the best. Absolutely not! I'm sharing because after so many years, I will be moving on soon, to another gym that actually cares about the quality of their establishment. If a survey was distributed to existing customers, I guarantee the scores would be horrible. Sad to leave but it's pretty gross at this point! Time for all members to start escalating.

Love my GB family. It always feels like home here. Everyone is super supportive and welcoming. This…read moretruly is like my second family. GB Palmetto Bay is a great place to train, with all level belts willing to teach and train with you. Professor Julio is great and so attentive to detail. He is always willing to give you extra time and guide you so that you improve your technique. I can't imagine being part of another team! Give us a try!

We absolutely love everything about this location. We were looking for a place that would keep two…read moreteenage boys entertained (enough to get them to step away from their video games). We didn't know how they would feel about it, but class has become a "can't miss" situation in our household. Professor Julio is the best - he is so patient and dedicated with all ages. He engages with all of the students and helps them understand the how and why. We joked that he should post YouTube videos - he's that detailed and likeable! He does not shame students, and encourages the beginners in an encouraging way. What we love most is that he has created a safe space - the students help each other, and work together to develop their technique. Can't say enough great things about Professor Julio and the classes. He has created a safe space for people to come together and learn (and sweat).

Whether you're a new hobbyist or a seasoned veteran of the sport, this gym has everything you could…read morepossibly need from a jiujitsu gym. Coaches are helpful and very positive when it comes to helping each student get better, and not to mention the teammate culture that is hands-down the best I've seen. Everyone is willing to learn and help each other get better, which makes the process and gym experience and exciting. I rate this gym 10/10 in all aspects!

For me this school is perfect. Very clean, the curriculum is very organized with a purpose, The…read moreinstructors are amazing they make you feel at home, they will help you with any questions and take the time for you to learn properly. The people that attend are very friendly and genuine. Im very happy that I joined and I highly recommend Ground Game Theory to everyone.

Best decision I've made! I started with my 2 kids, and then I joined GBSM…read more Great Brazilian Jiujitsu school! All professors are very dedicated, true professionals, and passionate competitors of the sport. Happy to be part of the GBSM family.

Great experience for my kid. He love the class and exercise every MWF. Great school for jiu-jitsu.read more

Thank you from California! We traveled for a youth wrestling…read moreclinic to Fight Sports the Falls...and the owner, staff, coaches, to the parents in attendance...were all so hospitable and friendly. Besides having a world class wrestling coach run the clinic...it was clear, this gym not only has solid technicals but also, a good culture. Thanks for hosting the clinic...and we'll be sure to stay in touch. Richard and Andersen

Great school . Master Leon Barrocas is a world class master division competitor who really knows…read morehow to convey his knowledge to his students . It is quite common to have six or seven black belts on the mat for most classes , which guarantees individual attention and a great training experience for all. Everyone here is friendly and helpful and the place has the feel of a real family . If you want to compete this is the place for you. We had a great training camp here this year before the world masters comp. Of note , this is also a great place for someone who has no desire to compete but just wants to train in a friendly, safe , and stimulating environment . Also a great place for kids instruction. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!