Carlson Gracie JiuJitsu Melbourne FL- Hot Box MMA

Carlson Gracie BJJ / Hot Box MMA has hands down the best coaches and team in Florida. The level of knowledge, professionalism, and care they bring to the mat is unmatched. As a double below-knee amputee, I don’t just need great jiu-jitsu, I need coaches who understand how to adapt techniques to my body, not force me into a one-size-fits-all system. The coaches here go above and beyond to break things down, modify positions, and help me develop a game that actually works for me. They never treat limitations as weaknesses, they turn them into advantages. The team culture is just as strong as the coaching. Everyone is welcoming, supportive, and pushes each other to get better, no egos, no excuses. Whether you’re brand new or a high-level competitor, you’re treated with respect and challenged appropriately. If you’re looking for world-class instruction, a tight-knit team, and coaches who genuinely care about your progress, this is the place. I’m proud to train here and wouldn’t go anywhere else.

Great gym. The coaches really know what they are doing and treat everyone like family. They have a very structured training program, and flexible hours for those who work late. It’s worth going regardless if you’re seasoned or a beginner.

Our family has been training at Carlson Gracie Jiu Jitsu for 4 years and we love it! Both of my kids and myself train here and the coaches are amazing with all ages. The instruction is top-notch, the community is welcoming, and we’ve seen incredible growth in both skills and confidence. Highly recommend!

Last week I got to spend 8 days in Florida and was given the opportunity to drop in at this gym after messaging them through Instagram. I HIGHLY recommend visiting this gym, the team at Hot Box welcomed me like one of their own and had a great training atmosphere. Coach Sutton was very friendly, and I got to chat with him in between rolls and said I am welcome back whenever I go back to Florida. This whole gym is stacked with talent, and I enjoyed my evening with the crew here.

I’ve been to 2 other BJJ gyms and this one is by far the best gym I have been too. The gym is family oriented gym and they care about the martial artist as people. If your just starting or looking to elevate your skills this is the place you want to be.