I am a 31 year-old attorney and I have been training with Fort Lauderdale Jiu Jitsu since January 2021. I cannot overstate how much I have learned in less than two years of training, usually just twice a week. My primary interest was learning self-defense, but I also found a welcoming community of people from all backgrounds and all walks of life. Through Jiu Jitsu, I have developed critical self-defense skills, flexibility, and strength - and I have made many friends from the gym. It takes courage to walk through that door the first time, but I promise that you will always thank yourself that you did. Bruce will make you feel right at home, whether you have zero experience (like I did) or are a black belt already. I plan on training Jiu Jitsu forever.

I’m 66 years young and I started training in March of 2011. I had done some high school and college wresting and participated in different forms of exercise my entire life. But I was searching for something that was more inclusive of mind, body and spirit. Fort Lauderdale Jiu-Jitsu was this for me. Upon meeting owner and instructor Bruce Belfield, Bruce asked me “What was I looking for?” Bruce’s explanation to my questions eased my nervousness about starting the quest I was to begin. With Fort Lauderdale Jiu-Jitsu’s comprehensive self-defense class program, I embraced the techniques, other practitioners, and lifestyle that was changing me from the inside out. The confidence you receive from learning to protect yourself is inner calm that encompasses you. Bruce is a great teacher and an example of the results of training. His students have become examples too, of his teaching. I can witness this in their performance. I plan on continuing my journey at Fort Lauderdale Jiu-Jitsu, because of the goals and visions I have set for myself. Come and enjoy with us, for yourself!

Both my Boys are members of this martial arts group , they absolutely love it here and have been involved for over 1 year. It has helped develop their minds, physical ability, and given them self control and discipline. The instructors are fantastic and I absolutely recommend it to all parents looking for a great activity that will teach life lessons.