Venice Jiu-Jitsu is a place for everyone to come together and learn martial arts. We welcome all individuals to join us in our easygoing and laid-back jiu-jitsu environment. Our unique curriculum makes it simple for beginners to build a solid foundation for martial arts training and self-defense skills.
There’s something for everyone at Venice Jiu-Jitsu. Join our Jiu-Jitsu academy in Venice, Florida, to reach your highest potential today!
Discover the art of self-defense, cultivate confidence, and embrace a healthier lifestyle with our expert instructors guiding you every step of the way!
Venice Jiu-Jitsu’s primary goal is to teach technique safely and pass on self-defense skills. The beauty of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is its longevity and your ability to practice it throughout your lifetime. Whether you’re young or old, you’ll be able to learn in a safe training environment at Venice Jiu-Jitsu. Through our culture and passion, you’ll uncover a new part of yourself while training.
Venice Jiu-Jitsu opened its doors in January 2024, born from the passion and friendship grown from Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. What started as a place for four friends to train together, transformed into a Jiu-Jitsu academy in Venice. As the pair starts their journey of academy ownership, they strive to build the community up with strong fundamentals of Jiu-Jitsu while sharing their passion.
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We are a BJJ academy that is rooted in a passion for the sport’s benefits on and off the mat.
The Venice Jiu-Jitsu community is built on teamwork. The bond you build while training together is unlike any other.
Martial arts challenges you to become the best version of yourself.
Venice Jiu-Jitsu is rooted in positivity and inclusivity. We welcome everyone to train Jiu-Jitsu with us!
As you experience growth and improvement, you’ll realize your potential in school, work, and life.
Visiting from out of town? We’re thrilled to have you join us on the mats! For just $20, you can dive into any of our dynamic classes. Drop in, roll out, and elevate your game!
Whether you’re a complete beginner or a seasoned practitioner, our classes cater to all skill levels, offering a supportive community and expert instruction to help you reach your martial arts goals. BJJ focuses on ground level altercations – utilizing holds, throws, and a variety of submission techniques. Our program embraces both Gi and No Gi training, providing practitioners with a well-rounded understanding of Jiu-Jitsu techniques. Whether you prefer the traditional uniform (Gi) or opt for the more modern approach (No Gi), our experienced instructors tailor sessions to accommodate both styles, ensuring diversity and adaptability in your training.
At Venice Jiu-Jitsu, our Youth Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program is designed to introduce children to the exciting world of martial arts while instilling important values such as discipline, respect, and self-confidence. Our experienced instructors create a positive and engaging learning environment where youths can develop both physically and mentally. Our program embraces both Gi and No Gi training, providing practitioners with a well-rounded understanding of Jiu-Jitsu techniques.
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Here at Venice Jiu-Jitsu, our staff is the secret to our student success. We are proud to have a team of highly experienced and dedicated instructors who are passionate about sharing their knowledge and helping our students grow. Each instructor has a rich background in the art of Jiu-jitsu and is eager to train the next generation of martial artists. Our instructors are passionate about martial arts and keeping students motivated to improve.
Meet the team below!
Professor Jason is a distinguished martial artist and former firefighter with a rich background in combat sports and martial arts. His journey began at a Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy in Ohio, where he started training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) as a young man. Over the past 15 years, Jason has honed his skills and achieved the rank of first-degree Black Belt under Professor T. Vieira, accredited by the International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation (IBJJF). He has competed and triumphed at every belt level, both locally and nationally. Including a Florida State Championship and Bronze medal at the IBJJF World Masters.
In addition to his BJJ accomplishments, Jason brings over 25 years of experience in various combat sports and martial arts disciplines. He is a Golden Gloves Boxer who has twice podiumed at the Junior Olympics and holds a Black Belt in Kenpo Karate. Before dedicating himself to BJJ, he spent four years training in Catch Wrestling.
Jason’s extensive training and competitive success make him a respected figure in the martial arts community, where he continues to inspire and mentor others on their own journeys.
Jeremy has over 9 years experience training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. His amazing attention to detail, knowledge and solid fundamentals make him a top-quality coach, especially for our newer students. When he’s not teaching a class you’ll find him on the mats assisting Jason with watching over everyone to make sure what has been instructed is being performed properly.
Chris has been training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for over 7 years. He is one of our instructors here at Venice Jiu-Jitsu for our kids’ program. He is extremely patient with the children who are new to BJJ, and is our go-to instructor when we have the younger ones come to try out a class.
Wes has been studying Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu on and off for over 8 years. His passion for the grappling arts started when he was wrestling for Lemon Bay High School as a teenager. He uses his knowledge of wrestling to bring a unique perspective to the mats when he trains.
Are you looking to learn kid’s self-defense and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu? Venice Jiu-Jitsu invites nearby communities, including North Port, Sarasota, and Englewood, to train Jiu-Jitsu in Venice today. Join our Jiu-Jitsu academy on Tamiami Trail today!
