Adult Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Adult BJJ Classes in West Palm Beach
Learn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu from scratch — or sharpen the game you already have — at American Top Team West Palm Beach, the Carlson Gracie academy led by Professor Marcos "Parrumpa" DaMatta on Okeechobee Blvd in West Palm Beach. Gi and No-Gi classes run every weekday evening plus Saturday morning, with a dedicated beginner class every weekday.
Beginner class
Every weekday at 6:00 PM
Uniform
White gi only for gi classes
New students
Who it's for
From first class to black belt
Most adults walk in for the same reasons: to get in shape without a boring gym routine, to learn real self-defense, or to finally try the martial art they have watched in the UFC. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gives you all three — and a team of training partners who want you to get better.
New students start in BJJ Beginners and move into Fundamentals and No-Gi as their skills grow. Experienced grapplers get plenty of live rounds in the No-Gi classes and Friday open mat.
The gym sits right off the Turnpike at Okeechobee Blvd, an easy drive from West Palm Beach, Royal Palm Beach, Wellington, Greenacres and Haverhill.
Adult classes on the schedule
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BJJ Beginners
Mon–Fri · 6:00–7:00 PM
Your starting point. Core positions, escapes and the first submissions every student needs, taught at a pace that makes sense for someone brand new.
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BJJ Fundamentals
Mon & Wed · 7:00–8:30 PM
Longer gi classes that go deeper into guard, passing and control, with drilling and live rounds for students who already know the basics.
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No-Gi Fundamentals
Tue & Thu · 7:00–8:30 PM
Jiu-jitsu without the kimono: grips, leg entanglements and control that carry straight over to wrestling, self-defense and MMA.
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Open Mat
Fri · 7:00–8:30 PM
Free training time to drill what you learned during the week, ask questions and roll with teammates of every belt.
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No-Gi All Levels
Sat · 9:00–10:00 AM
A Saturday morning No-Gi class open to every level, and an easy session to fit around a busy week.
Schedule
Adult BJJ class times
| Time | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
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| – | — | — | — | — | — | No-Gi All Levels No-Gi |
| – | BJJ Beginners | BJJ Beginners | BJJ Beginners | BJJ Beginners | BJJ Beginners | — |
| – | BJJ Fundamentals | No-Gi Fundamentals No-Gi | BJJ Fundamentals | No-Gi Fundamentals No-Gi | Open Mat | — |
Training the whole family? See our kids jiu-jitsu classes in West Palm Beach — they run at 5:00 PM, right before the adult beginner class — or view the complete BJJ class schedule.
Your coaches
Taught by Professor Parrumpa's staff
The adult program is led by Professor Parrumpa — head BJJ coach for the American Top Team pro fight team — with Ryan Gallagher and Hector Milan coaching the beginner program and Jorge Luis Cabrera assisting. Meet the coaching staff, or ask about private BJJ lessons.
FAQ
Adult BJJ questions
I have never trained before. Can I join adult BJJ classes?
Yes. The BJJ Beginners class runs every weekday at 6:00 PM and is built for people with no martial arts background. You can start in any week.
Am I too old or out of shape to start jiu-jitsu?
No. ATT West Palm Beach has students from age 4 to 70. Jiu-jitsu uses leverage and technique, and your fitness improves as you train.
What should I wear to adult classes?
Gi classes are white gi only — no other colors. For No-Gi classes on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, wear a rash guard and grappling shorts or fitted athletic wear without zippers.
Do I have to spar?
Live rounds are part of jiu-jitsu, but beginners build up to them. Tell your coach it is your first week and you will focus on learning the techniques first.
What is the difference between gi and No-Gi?
Gi classes are taught in the traditional kimono and use collar and sleeve grips. No-Gi is trained in a rash guard and shorts, so it is faster and relies more on body control.
How do I start?
New students start with a free first class, plus up to 3 free months of unlimited training when they join. Sign up online, choose Adult BJJ and pick your first class time. Questions first? Call (561) 323-2741.
Your first step
Start adult BJJ this week
Take a free class, meet the coaches, and see if ATT West Palm Beach is your gym. Join and get up to 3 free months of unlimited training.