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Gracie Venice Jiu-Jitsu & MMA
5 ★★★★★ 51 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Venice, Florida
Affiliated gym — reviews and the gym's own info suggest it belongs to a known kickboxing or boxing-fitness franchise or network (think 9Round, iLoveKickboxing, CKO, TITLE Boxing Club or Jabz). Franchise gyms run a consistent class format and are often a friendly, familiar place to start. If a specific brand matters to you, confirm it on the gym's own site.
Plan your first class
- Beginner-friendly all fitness levels welcome, including total beginners — no experience needed, and you get in shape by training, not before
- Kids & teen classes kids and teen kickboxing classes — built around confidence, focus, and fun
- Sparring sparring and partner work for members who want it — always optional, eased in gradually, with the coach controlling the contact
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves in the ring — amateur kickboxing, muay thai, or K-1
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule gracievenicemma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (941) 786-4687
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–8 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My daughter is experienced in BJJ and we just moved to the area.”
“As a woman, finding a safe and comfortable environment to train can be hard- but the welcoming and understanding coaches at Gracie Venice make it EASY.”
“Works for the beginner looking to get in shape and improve his physical fitness and the very experienced looking to stay on course training hard.”
“The training is both challenging and rewarding, with a good balance of technique, drilling, and live sparring.”
“Whether you are a beginner, advanced martial artist, competitor, or just a hobbyist practitioner, Gracie Venice is the place for you!”
Other martial arts here
“Troy Gerhart is an excellent professor who pays attention to his students and their advancement in the martial arts of Jiu Jitsu, wrestling, and MMA.”
“Professor Troy is an awesome coach who is very knowledgeable with jiu jitsu and striking, also very interactive and helpful with the students.”
“Whether you're looking to compete, learn self-defense, or simply get in shape and have fun, this is the perfect place.”
What members say
“Professor Troy is an awesome coach who is very knowledgeable with jiu jitsu and striking, also very interactive and helpful with the students.”
“As a woman, finding a safe and comfortable environment to train can be hard- but the welcoming and understanding coaches at Gracie Venice make it EASY.”
“Great gym, me and my little brother have been training here for about a year and have had a great experience and learned a lot.”
“It’s not unusual to have five black belts training at any given moment, which creates an environment where you’re constantly learning from high-level practitioners.”
“The instructors, especially Troy Gerhart, are not only highly skilled and knowledgeable but also patient, supportive, and genuinely invested in every student's progress.”
From the reviews
Very proud to be a part of this gym . Professor Troy is a great humble leader . I trained with him at the beginning of his MMA career, way back in the day . When I heard he was coming back to Venice and opening a school I was truly excited . The plan was to show love and support .
I’m a new student here, but I’ve been training jiu-jitsu for almost three years. Troy is a great instructor who clearly cares about both his gym and what he’s teaching.
The instructors are top-notch, providing expert guidance in Jujitsu, kickboxing, and MMA. The atmosphere is welcoming, and the diverse range of classes keeps every session engaging. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned athlete, this gym caters to all skill levels.
I have been training at Gracie Venice for about 10 months now. During this time period I’ve talked to coach Troy and I can honestly say he cares so much about all of his students. In addition to that, he is very knowledgeable and understands how to run a gym properly. I 100% recommend training at Gracie Venice.
New to kickboxing? Start at Gracie Venice Jiu-Jitsu & MMA
Gracie Venice Jiu-Jitsu & MMA comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. If you've never thrown a punch or a kick, that's exactly who a good beginners class is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or coordinated to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale every drill to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable gyms build the basics (stance, footwork, and punches and kicks on pads and bags) first, and any contact eases in gradually under a coach's control. Third, all fitness levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first kickboxing class at Gracie Venice Jiu-Jitsu & MMA
Nervous about walking into a kickboxing gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling the basics — stance, footwork, and punches and kicks on pads or a heavy bag — not hard sparring. Go at your own pace and rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: comfortable athletic clothes you can move and sweat in, and supportive trainers. What to bring: water, and hand wraps and gloves if you have them — many gyms lend loaner gloves for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gloves and wraps (and shin guards once you start sparring). Sparring is optional and eases in gradually, once your basics are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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