SOUTH MIAMI’S BEST MARTIAL ARTS AND FITNESS PROGRAM

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Through Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, we help people reach their potential – being mentally and physically stronger while growing more positive, confident, and healthy.

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TO CARDOSO JIU JITSU

We are the premiere Brazilian Jiu Jitsu academy in the South Miami area.  We believe that jiu jitsu is a lifestyle that transcends the sport and self-defense.  It improves the whole person – physically, mentally, and emotionally.  We have both adult jiu jitsu and kids jiu jitsu programs with classes for people of all ages and fitness levels in an environment that is safe, friendly, & supportive.

The area we serve is from Kendale Lakes to Florida City, including Kendall, The Crossings, Pinecrest, Richmond Heights, Palmetto Estates, Three Lakes, Cutler, Palmetto Bay, South Miami Heights, Cutler Bay, Qual Heights Silver Palm, Princeton, and Homestead. See Map

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get in the best shape of your life

One of the most fun and intense full body workouts you can do, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu builds both aerobic and anaerobic conditioning while incinerating calories & fat.

develop confidence and peace of mind

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is one of the few disciplines that measures success through live sparring on fully resisting opponents, so you know your skills work even under duress.

learn the most practical and effective martial art

The popularity of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu exploded when a skinny Brazilian dominated the first Ultimate Fighting Championships.  Today, it is a core skill of Mixed Martial Arts and known as the single most effective art for personal defense.

become part of a special community and family

Since you practice against resisting opponents, you can’t train alone.  You’ll develop a bond with an incredible group of like-minded, positive, and supportive teammates.

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1. Get My Free Trial

Check us out, and the sport, for FREE.  Full trial class of jiu jitsu (adults or kid) at no cost with no obligation.  We’ll provide everything you need.

2. Join the family

After completing your trial, select a membership option to become part of our jiu jitsu family.

3. Reach my potential

The benefits of jiu jitsu will help you reach your potential, both on the mats and off.

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TESTIMONIALS

Michelle Adams

Sensei Cardoso is one of the best and most dedicated in the whole Miami area.  The culture at Cardoso is very friendly but at the same time disciplined.  We come to train but at the same time to have a good time.  I have become close friends with all of my classmates, and I enjoy training there.

Carlos Espinosa

One of the greatest gyms in South Florida, with one of the most experienced coaches that Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu has to offer, Sensei Mike Cardoso. Always an amazing experience there, and I definitely suggest this gym to anyone new to jiu-jitsu or already seasoned practitioners.

Nick Zamparello

 If you really want to learn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in a very positive environment then this is the place to be. The thing I like most is the style of education. In Mike’s gym it’s less about cramming moves and going to tournies and more about the journey and the self-discovery. So that’s what I mean about learning. Here you “really” learn how to grapple, how to scramble, how to move, how to submit, how to be a true sportsman.

Ken Delisi

It’s is the best martial arts school in the world, and I’m not exaggerating. My wife and I are so thankful that we put our children there. Mrs. Nadine and Sensei Mike Cardoso run a super professional top-notch organization. They are very family oriented. They stress discipline and respect, and it is evident they also have a great love for our children. Our Sensei, Mike, is super knowledgeable about Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. He eats, breathes, and dreams BJJ. I am beyond pleased with the skills and techniques my children have learned. Thank you for all you’ve done for Hannah and Kenny. We love u guys!

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