BRAZILIAN JIU JITSU
IN ST. PETERSBURG
Real Jiu Jitsu for St. Petersburg — gi, no-gi, kids, and women's classes at Tampa Jiu Jitsu Academy, about 25 minutes southwest. First class free, no contract.
St. Petersburg · 33701, 33702
Your St. Petersburg Jiu Jitsu Academy
St. Petersburg is across the bay, but the drive over I-275 or the Gandy Bridge is a familiar one for a dedicated group of our students who decided the coaching here was worth the twenty-five minutes. If you're near downtown St. Pete, Tropicana Field, or the Old Northeast, we're a straightforward crossing away.
It's a longer commute than for our Tampa-side neighbors, so St. Petersburg members tend to make it count — pairing a class with Open Mat, or building the week around two focused training days instead of squeezing in five. The payoff is real coaching and a real team, which is exactly what accelerates progress in Jiu Jitsu.
Programs For St. Petersburg Students
Every one of our seven programs is open to St. Petersburg residents. Whatever brought you to Jiu Jitsu — self-defense, fitness, competition, or your kid's confidence — there's a class for you:
- Adult Fundamentals — the perfect starting point for St. Petersburg beginners with zero experience
- Advanced Gi — hard, technical gi rounds for experienced St. Petersburg grapplers
- No-Gi & Wrestling — fast, athletic submission grappling and takedowns
- Kids Jiu Jitsu — confidence and anti-bullying skills for St. Petersburg kids ages 4-15
- Women's Jiu Jitsu — a welcoming, women-only class for St. Petersburg women
- Competition Team — tournament prep for St. Petersburg athletes who want to test themselves
- Private Lessons — one-on-one coaching built around your goals
Getting To Us From St. Petersburg
If you're in St. Petersburg and serious about training, the drive across the bay is an investment that pays off on the mat. Come take a free class, meet the room, and decide for yourself — we think you'll find it's worth the trip. You'll find us easily via Interstate 275, the Gandy Bridge, and 4th Street N. We're a familiar drive for anyone who spends time around downtown St. Petersburg, Tropicana Field, and Vinoy Park.
St. Petersburg Neighborhoods We Serve
We welcome grapplers from across St. Petersburg, including Downtown St. Pete, Old Northeast, and Kenwood. Nearby, we also serve Westshore, South Tampa, Davis Islands — so if you have friends or family in the next town over, bring them along.
Local Landmarks Near Our St. Petersburg Members
- downtown St. Petersburg
- Tropicana Field
- Vinoy Park
- the St. Pete waterfront
The Tampa Jiu Jitsu Academy Difference
Real Instruction
Authentic Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, not a watered-down franchise cardio class.
All Levels
From total beginners to competitors — everyone has a place on the mat.
Family Friendly
Kids, women's, and adult programs so the whole St. Petersburg family can train.
No Contracts
Month-to-month, first class free. Worth the drive from St. Petersburg.
Free Trial Class For St. Petersburg Students
Live in or near St. Petersburg? Claim your free Brazilian Jiu Jitsu class at Tampa Jiu Jitsu Academy. No contract, no pressure — just come train.
- A free, no-obligation trial class in the program that fits you
- Loaner gi available — just show up in comfortable clothes
- Beginner-friendly coaching from day one, no exceptions
- No contracts. Month-to-month, cancel anytime.
You're On The Mat List!
Thanks — we got your request and we'll reach out within one business day to lock in your free class. Can't wait? Call us at (813) 819-6652.
St. Petersburg Jiu Jitsu FAQ
Yes. Tampa Jiu Jitsu Academy is located at 4806 N Manhattan Ave Suite C, about 25 minutes southwest from St. Petersburg. We welcome St. Petersburg students of all ages and experience levels, and your first class is free.
We're about 25 minutes southwest from St. Petersburg, reachable via Interstate 275, and the Gandy Bridge. Many St. Petersburg members build a simple two-or-three-day-a-week training routine around the drive.
We do. Our Kids Jiu Jitsu program runs age-split from 4 to 15 and is popular with St. Petersburg families looking to build their children's confidence, focus, and self-defense skills.
Absolutely — one full class, completely free, with no contract and no obligation. It's the best way for St. Petersburg residents to experience the coaching and community before joining.
Definitely. Most of our members started with zero experience. Our Adult Fundamentals program is built for day-one beginners, and the culture is friendly and ego-free.
Your First Class Is Already Paid For
Come see the room, meet a coach, and roll once before you decide anything. Book online or call the academy directly — we can usually get you on the mats this week.
(813) 819-6652