PRIVATE LESSONS
Individualized coaching sessions built entirely around your body, your goals, and your schedule.
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Private Lessons At Tampa Jiu Jitsu Academy
Private lessons are the fastest way to improve at Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, full stop. In a group class, instruction gets shared across the whole room; in a private, every minute is aimed at you. A coach can watch your movement closely, diagnose exactly what's holding you back, and rebuild it correctly — no waiting your turn, no guessing, no getting lost in a crowd.
One focused, personalized hour can move your game further than weeks of unstructured training. That's why privates are popular with everyone from nervous first-timers who want a head start to competitors fine-tuning one specific position before an event.
Who Private Lessons Help
- Total beginners who want a confident, comfortable head start before joining group class
- Members stuck on a specific position or problem they can't seem to crack
- Competitors sharpening a game plan or one high-value technique
- Anyone whose schedule makes regular class times difficult
What A Private Can Do
- Fast-track your fundamentals so group class feels far less intimidating
- Fix one specific leak — a bad escape, a stalling guard, a missed finish
- Build a personalized game around your body type and strengths
- Prepare a detailed competition strategy
- Fit real training time around a busy or irregular schedule
How Private Lessons Work
Private lessons are booked by appointment, most often on Sundays or around the regular class schedule. You and your coach agree on a focus ahead of time — whether that's 'I'm brand new and want a head start' or 'I keep getting stuck in half guard' — and the entire session is built around that one goal.
Many members pair a couple of privates with regular group classes when they're starting out or working through a plateau. The private accelerates the specific thing you're stuck on; the group classes give you the reps and live rounds to lock it in. Together, it's a serious combination.
Privates are available for adults and kids alike, and they're a great option for parents who want their child to get individualized attention or a confidence boost before joining the group.
Why Book A Private Here
You get undivided, expert attention focused entirely on your goals — the highest-leverage training time available anywhere on the schedule.
Sessions are flexible and built around your calendar, which keeps progress possible even when life is genuinely busy.
Class Times
Private lessons are by appointment, commonly on Sundays and around class times. Call us to arrange a time that works for you.
View Full ScheduleTry Private Lessons — First Class Free
One free class at Tampa Jiu Jitsu Academy. No contract, no pressure, no sales pitch on the mat — just tell us a bit about yourself and we'll get you booked into the right class.
- 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.
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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.
Private Lessons FAQ
Call or text (813) 819-6652, or submit the form on this page. We'll match you with a coach and find a time that fits your schedule.
Not at all. Beginners get enormous value from privates — it's a great way to build confidence and a head start before jumping into group class.
Yes. Private lessons are available for kids and work well for individualized attention or a confidence boost.
Most members do both. Privates accelerate specific skills; group classes give you the live reps to cement them. Combined, they're a fast track.
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Blue belt & upAdvanced Gi
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Fast-paced grapplingNo-Gi & Wrestling
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Ages 4-15Kids Jiu Jitsu
Ages 4-15
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Women-only mat timeWomen's Jiu Jitsu
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Tournament-readyCompetition Team
Tournament-ready
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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