Armada Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Winter Park - Winter Park, Florida

Dayna Brunette

Armada BJJ has been such a positive experience for my 9 year old son. Coach Darin is amazing and runs a fantastic and well organized program. Darin provides an environment where my son feels safe, challenged, and has gained so much confidence both in the gym and at school. I highly recommend Armada and we are so pleased with the skills and growth that we have seen so far. Thank you Coach Darin!

D R

I've been training here for a couple of months, and I couldn't be happier with my experience. The instructors are highly skilled, patient, and dedicated to helping each student improve, no matter their skill level. The classes are well-structured, offering a perfect balance of technique, sparring, and conditioning.

What really sets this gym apart is the welcoming and supportive community. Everyone is respectful, friendly, and focused on growth. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced practitioner, you'll feel right at home here.

EJ LUBNO

From the moment we walked through the doors of Armada BJJ this family-owned academy in Central Florida welcomed us with open arms. The incredible coaches, supportive teammates, and strong sense of community have made it feel like home. We’re so grateful to continue this journey surrounded by such an inspiring group of people.

Carlos R

Great group of people with outstanding leadership. Everyone is welcoming and friendly. The perfect place to grapple without worrying about overly aggressive people on the mats.

Meticulous facilities, it’s impressive how clean they manage to keep everything.

If you are new to jiujitsu or a veteran looking for a new school or a place to visit, this is your spot. Hope to see you on the mats.

Brandon Connors

My son has recently started to Armada to learn and instructor Darren and his team have been amazing with my son and the other kids. My son has shown increased attention at home, become more confident, and looks forward to each and every class. This is definitely a great place to have your kids come and learn Jiu Jitsu.

Daquan Barnes

I was looking for a new gym to train at and came across Armada BJJ. I started a free week trial to try it and fell in love after my first day. The facility is immaculate and well-organized. The instructors are excellent and teach quality jiu-jitsu, an overall welcoming environment. If I had to recommend a place to train for someone, Armada Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is the place to be!

Dianne Knight

Armada is an outstanding martial arts school teaching Brazilian jiu jitsu to all ages, from toddlers to seniors, 6 days a week. Muay Thai kickboxing is also available. Friendly instructors and students, a focus on health and safety, and a super clean environment make this my favorite place to train. ❤️

Wendi Lau

“Mom, it was SO FUN!”
My teenager finished 2-1/2 hours of jiujitsu classes at Winter Park Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and couldn’t stop talking about it. After calling ahead from our home in Hawaii, my live-sleep-breathe jiujitsu daughter was able to try two classes during our short visit to Florida. The $25 all-day pass was worth it!

A large, white practice mat cheerfully becks, promising sweaty people puzzle fun. Parents and onlookers can sit on long, wooden benches at the front and sides of the room. A living plant wall adds color and slight sound absorption.

Friendly husband and wife business owners Darin and Heather Shapiro were friendly and laid-back. Their jiujitsu students and instructors made my daughter feel completely at ease.

Students are matched up by size and experience for drills and sparring. As one student put it, “No egos here.” Everyone helps and encourages each other.

The two classes I saw had >25 and ~50 students. The higher belt class had fewer people. But there was enough room for sparring, and everyone seemed careful and aware of spacing.

If you want to strengthen yourself or your kid from the inside out, I recommend jiujitsu. Friends, challenge, support – all can be found at Winter Park BJJ. They will help you discover your best.