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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu - Submission Grappling Self-Defense -Traditional Martial Arts

Member of Reylson Gracie Jiujitsu

 Located at 2105 Palm Bay Road NE #8, Palm Bay, FL 32905

Brazilian Jiu-jitsu in Palm Bay
Japanese Jiu-jitsu Palm Bay

 Call or text us at  (571) 322-1722‬

We believe in and transparent pricing. Enjoy the freedom of no contracts allowing you to focus on your Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Self-Defense training 

The best BJJ instructor in Palm Bay

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Certified Jiu-jitsu Global Academy
Godfrey Knowles is certified in BJJ

Our Passion

GTK Academy of Martial Arts in Palm Bay, Florida, is a premier Jiu-Jitsu school offering world-class instruction in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, Submission Grappling, Self-Defense, and Traditional Martial Arts. Whether you’re a beginner looking to learn self-defense or an advanced practitioner refining your technique, our programs are designed to help you reach your full potential.

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Our Master Instructor holds Black Belts in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, Japanese Ju-Jitsu, U.S. Ju-Jitsu, and Judo, bringing over four decades of martial arts experience to every class. We’re committed to providing a safe, family-friendly, and welcoming environment where students of all ages can train hard, build confidence, and achieve personal growth.

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In addition to our core Jiu-Jitsu programs, GTK Academy also offers specialized training in:

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  • Close Quarter Tactics (CQT)

  • Taiho-Jutsu (Police Arrest Techniques)

  • Kenjutsu / Tate-Jutsu (Sword and Standing Combat Arts)

  • Judo for Jiu-Jitsu

  • Bu-Jutsu (Classical Martial Arts Systems)

 

Recognized as one of the most complete Jiu-Jitsu academies in Brevard County, GTK Academy of Martial Arts is dedicated to preserving the discipline, tradition, and effectiveness of real martial arts while helping students succeed both on and off the mat. Train with the best. Experience authentic Jiu-Jitsu in Palm Bay, FL — only at GTK Academy of Martial Arts.

What makes Our Academy different from others?

Godfrey Knowles is a Forth Degree Blackbelt

Welcome to GTK Academy of Martial Arts in Palm Bay, Florida — your destination for world-class Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) and Self-Defense training. We are a dedicated martial arts school focused on teaching authentic Jiu-Jitsu as both a modern sport and a complete system of personal protection.

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Our Master Instructor has devoted his life to the study of martial arts, training extensively across the United States, Europe, and Japan. With real-world experience as a Protective Service Agent and U.S. Army Military Police Officer, he brings unmatched knowledge, professionalism, and practical expertise to every class.

 

At GTK Academy of Martial Arts, we approach Jiu-Jitsu as it was originally intended—a comprehensive system of self-protection that goes beyond competition. Our programs include both Sport Jiu-Jitsu and Self-Defense Jiu-Jitsu, offering students a complete martial arts education.

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Our Self-Defense Jiu-Jitsu curriculum includes:

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  • Striking and situational defense techniques

  • Weapons awareness and disarming skills

  • Effective grappling and control methods

 

Whether you want to improve your personal safety, gain confidence, or develop mastery in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, GTK Academy provides a structured, safe, and supportive environment where you can grow mentally and physically.

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Train smarter. Train real. Discover authentic BJJ and Jiu-Jitsu in Palm Bay, Florida, at GTK Academy of Martial Arts—the most complete Jiu-Jitsu school in Brevard County.

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