Carlson Gracie Miami

"I’ve been with Carlson Gracie Miami for two weeks now in their women’s classes. I was SO nervous to try something new and completely foreign to me. Everyone has been so welcoming to me from the front desk to the instructors and professors (Kayla, Victoria, Marcia and even the instructors that are teaching other classes make it a point to introduce themselves). The other women in the class are so inspirational and empowering. No one has cared to be paired with a newbie like me and have gone above and beyond to teach me. I can go on forever about how amazing my experience has been. If you’re reading this and nervous about trying Jiu-Jitsu as an adult.. this is your sign to go for it. Thank you CGM for making my anxious self feel welcomed."

"My thoughts on Carlson Gracie Miami. I find the training at Carlson Gracie Miami (CGM) to be excellent, if not exceptional. Several present and former students at the gym have earned gold medals in national and international competition, including the renowned International Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (IBJJF) Worlds. In this regard alone, the training at CGM is world class. There are seasoned competitors, students who have been training in several different martial arts for years (yours truly) and fresh, new students and children with entirely new perspectives. The classes are well structured, progressive, and reviewed on a weekly basis. I have known Michelle Porfirio, affectionately known as Buiu since 2013. I have been more than impressed with his knowledge base, his ability to relay his knowledge, and his ability to connect with people. Over the last 30 years, he has garnered accolades that demonstrate his skill and attest to his dedication to the practice and teaching of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ). I also offer that he is a compassionate and effective communicator in his teaching style with an attention to detail that I highly value. Head instructor, Jose Pita is a superb instructor of adults and children alike. His calm, welcoming energy and vast fund of knowledge is an asset to all the students. Still active in competition, he has much to offer both cautious beginners and seasoned competitors alike. It is a pleasure training and learning from him. Likewise, Professor Jacob is a thorough, patient, instructor with experience in competitive BJJ and MMA. All the instructors have varying perspectives that help one create their own style and expand on their set of skills. The feeling I get at CGM is one of family, home and camaraderie. I have studied and practiced martial arts for over 30 years, ten years in BJJ alone. It is very welcoming to step into a dojo (gym) with a group of students that spread a good combination of competitive spirit and readiness to share knowledge. It is a joy to watch the natural evolution of students from eager, sometimes frenzied beginners, to patient, well-practiced veterans receiving their advancing belts. Likewise, parents watch their children grow from ebullient tornadoes to skilled, confident, seasoned competitors. I would offer BJJ highly for parents who feel their children need a healthy release of energy. There is no attention deficit, nor hyperactivity at the end of a hard training session. Whether you are a beginner wanting to learn self-defense through martial arts, in need of exercise for health improvement, confidence, and stress management, an experienced martial artist, or a parent, I highly recommend BJJ Carlson Gracie Miami."

"Carlson Gracie Miami has been a breath of fresh air. Before making my way to Carlson Gracie Miami I shopped around and tried two different jiu jitsu dojos and 1 I just felt wasn’t concerned to the attention to detail. The other made me feel like asking a question was interrupting the class. Here at Carlson Gracie when an instructor is demonstrating you can ask as many questions as you want and you won’t be embarrassed and then you have so many others who are there willing to give a helping hand as well. From the moment you walk i. You are welcomed as if you are family. Everyone greets you. Everyone asks if you need anything. When you’re in the mays there is no ego amongst anyone. The instructors make it known that if you’re a higher belt or more experienced you take care of the women and white belts. They let it be known if you want to go all out to come find a brown or black belt but not taken it out on the white belts or women. When you go with a higher belt they know how to make you work for while also helping you build confidence while also teaching you cause it’s also how they get better as well. I recommend Carlson Gracie Miami for anyone and everyone. You won’t regret it."

"I began training with Carlson Gracie Miami in 2012. I was so impressed with the humility, humanity, and EXTENSIVE knowledge of the instructors, especially Professor Buiu, I switched my academy’s affiliation to Professor Buiu’s Ghost Squad. Professor Buiu is the type of man I want my sons to grow up to be . Don’t let his humility and lack of high pressure sales let you go to the wrong place."

"One of the most humbling, welcoming, and toughest teammates I have ever had the pleasure to train with. Professor Buiu is one of the most respected and nicest humans I have ever had the pleasure to bond with. Always look forward to training at Carlson Gracie Miami and would recommend this dojo to anyone that wants to learn, grow, compete, and stay healthy."