No-gi jiu jitsu in Doral
Doral sits north of us on the other side of the Dolphin. The Palmetto connects the two directly, which makes an evening class after work a realistic proposition rather than an ordeal.
Getting here from Doral
Fifteen to twenty minutes south. The Palmetto south to the Coral Way area, or SW 87th Avenue straight down if the expressway is backed up.
Nearby landmarks
- Downtown Doral
- Dolphin Mall
- Miami International Mall
- Doral Central Park
Main routes
- Palmetto Expressway (SR 826)
- Dolphin Expressway (SR 836)
- NW/SW 87th Ave
- SW 8th St (Tamiami Trail)
- Coral Way (SW 24th St)
The run south
The Palmetto south from Doral to the Coral Way and Bird Road area is the default route. When it is backed up, which around Doral it often is, SW 87th Avenue runs straight down as a surface alternative and drops you a few blocks east of the academy.
Built around an after-work schedule
Evening classes run late enough to make after a Doral commute, and there are early morning sessions for people who would rather train before the day starts than fight the Palmetto twice. Classes run seven days a week, so missing a weeknight does not mean missing the week.
Why every class here is no-gi
Every session is no-gi submission grappling. For people fitting training around a commute, the practical upside is that there is no gi to wash, dry, and remember to pack. Shorts and a rashguard live in a gym bag and the barrier to actually showing up after work stays low.
Starting with no experience
You do not need a martial arts background and there is no gi to buy. The first week is free, and beginners train in a foundations track rather than being thrown straight into live rounds.
Questions from Doral residents
How long is the drive from Doral?
Fifteen to twenty minutes depending on traffic. The Palmetto south is the direct route, with SW 87th Avenue as the surface-street alternative when it is congested.
Are there classes late enough for an after-work drive?
Yes. Evening classes are scheduled with commuters in mind, and there are early morning sessions for people who prefer to train before work.
Do I need experience to start?
No. A good number of people start in their thirties and forties with no sports background. Beginners train in a foundations track rather than jumping into live rounds, and the first week is free.
What do I wear to my first class?
Shorts without pockets or zippers and a t-shirt or rashguard. No gi to buy, wash, or pack, which matters if you are coming straight from work.
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