BRAZILIAN JIU JITSU
IN WESTSHORE
Real jiu jitsu for Westshore — gi, no-gi, kids, and women's classes at Tampa BJJ, about 5 minutes south. First class free, no contract.
Westshore · 33607
Your Westshore Jiu Jitsu Academy
Westshore is one of Tampa's most beloved established communities, and it's a straightforward drive south down Dale Mabry Highway to reach our South Tampa mat — roughly fifteen minutes with no downtown traffic. If you're near International Plaza, the Westshore Business District, or Tampa International Airport, Tampa BJJ gives you a premier place to train close to home.
Westshore families value quality, and they can tell the difference between a watered-down martial arts franchise and a real Brazilian Jiu Jitsu academy. That's exactly what we offer: authentic instruction, an all-levels team, and programs for every member of the family from age four up.
Programs For Westshore Students
Every one of our seven programs is open to Westshore residents. Whatever brought you to jiu jitsu — self-defense, fitness, competition, or your kid's confidence — there's a class for you:
- Adult Fundamentals — the perfect starting point for Westshore beginners with zero experience
- Advanced Gi — hard, technical gi rounds for experienced Westshore grapplers
- No-Gi & Wrestling — fast, athletic submission grappling and takedowns
- Kids BJJ — confidence and anti-bullying skills for Westshore kids ages 4–15
- Women's Jiu Jitsu — a welcoming, women-only class for Westshore women
- Competition Team — tournament prep for Westshore athletes who want to test themselves
- Private Lessons — one-on-one coaching built around your goals
Getting To Us From Westshore
Members from the Westshore Business District, Rocky Point, and Beach Park train with us for the caliber of the coaching and the warmth of the community. Come see why so many Westshore locals make us their home mat — the first class is always free. You'll find us easily via Westshore Boulevard, Kennedy Boulevard, or Spruce Street. We're a familiar drive for anyone who spends time around International Plaza, Tampa International Airport, and the Westshore Business District.
Westshore Neighborhoods We Serve
We welcome grapplers from across Westshore, including Beach Park, Rocky Point, Grady, and the Westshore Business District. Nearby, we also serve South Tampa, Town 'n' Country, Egypt Lake-Leto — so if you have friends or family in the next town over, bring them along.
Local Landmarks Near Our Westshore Members
- International Plaza & Bay Street
- Tampa International Airport
- the Westshore Business District
- Rocky Point
- Beach Park
The Tampa BJJ Difference
Real Instruction
Authentic Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, not a watered-down franchise cardio class.
All Levels
From total beginners to competitors — everyone has a place on the mat.
Family Friendly
Kids, women's, and adult programs so the whole Westshore family can train.
No Contracts
Month-to-month, first class free. Worth the short drive from Westshore.
Free Trial Class For Westshore Students
Live in or near Westshore? Claim your free Brazilian Jiu Jitsu class at Tampa BJJ in South Tampa. No contract, no pressure — just come train.
- A free, no-obligation trial class in the program that fits you
- Loaner gi available — just show up in comfortable clothes
- Beginner-friendly coaching — you will not get thrown to the wolves
- No contracts. Month-to-month, cancel anytime.
You're Booked In Spirit!
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.
Westshore Jiu Jitsu FAQ
Yes. Tampa BJJ is located at 4806 N Manhattan Ave Suite C in South Tampa, about 5 minutes south from Westshore. We welcome Westshore students of all ages and experience levels, and your first class is free.
We're about 5 minutes south from Westshore, reachable via Dale Mabry Highway. Many Westshore members build a simple two-or-three-day-a-week training routine around the short drive.
We do. Our Kids BJJ program runs age-split from 4 to 15 and is popular with Westshore families looking to build their children's confidence, focus, and self-defense skills.
Absolutely — one full class, completely free, with no contract and no obligation. It's the best way for Westshore residents to experience the coaching and community before joining.
Definitely. Most of our members started with zero experience. Our Adult Fundamentals program is built for day-one beginners, and the culture is friendly and ego-free.
Your First Class Is On Us
Walk in a stranger, leave part of the team. Book your free trial or call the academy directly — we'll get you on the mats this week.
(813) 819-6652