1447 Mayport Rd, Atlantic Beach, FL(904) 755-0589
★★★★★5.0 on GoogleFirst Trial Class Free, No Contracts
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Atlantic Beach, FL / 1447 Mayport Road

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for Kids, Adults & Families

Train in a welcoming, ego-free room in Atlantic Beach. No contracts, no initiation fees, and your first class is free.

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Questions? Call (904) 755-0589Classes are always free to watchVisiting from out of town? $20 drop-in →
Two adults training guard retention and passing on the mats at Mentality Martial Arts in Atlantic Beach.

On the mats 6 days a week in Atlantic Beach

Gi, No-Gi, Fundamentals, Kids (5 to 8 and 9+), Homeschool, and a 2-hour Sunday Open Mat.

★ 5.0 Google RatingVerified reviews from Atlantic Beach parents & adults
$0 Initiation FeesMonth-to-month memberships with zero contracts, cancel anytime
Ages 5 to AdultDedicated classes for Kids 5 to 8, Kids 9+, Homeschool & Adults
First Class Always FreeTry a class in comfortable athletic clothes with zero obligation

01 / Memberships & Tuition

Programs & transparent pricing

No hidden registration fees and no long-term contracts. Pick the program that fits you or your family and start with a free trial class.

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Two adults training guard retention and passing on the mats at Mentality Martial Arts.
All Levels / Ages 16+Full Week Access

Gi, No-Gi, Fundamentals & Open Mats

Adults Jiu-Jitsu

Unlimited access to midday and evening Gi, No-Gi, beginner Fundamentals, and weekend Open Mats.

$160/ month
Unlimited classes, 6 days a week$0 initiation / No contracts

Included in membership

  • Midday & evening schedule: 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 7:00 to 8:15 PM sessions
  • Beginner Fundamentals: Dedicated Monday (Gi) and Wednesday (No-Gi) classes
  • 2 weekly Open Mats: Friday Gi (1 hr) and Sunday No-Gi (2 hr) live rounds
  • Month-to-month freedom: $0 initiation fee, cancel anytime, 25% travel freeze
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First class is free / Month-to-month billing

Coach John and Coach Sarah on the mats with the youth jiu-jitsu class in front of the Mentality banner.
Youth Program / Ages 5 to 15

Ages 5 to 8 and Ages 9+ Tiers

Kids Jiu-Jitsu

Structured afternoon classes divided by age group so younger and older kids progress safely.

$140/ month
3 to 5 days per week by age group$0 initiation / No contracts

Included in membership

  • Ages 5 to 8 tier: Mon, Wed, and Fri from 4:45 to 5:30 PM (Gi)
  • Ages 9 and up tier: Mon through Fri from 5:40 to 6:40 PM (Gi & Friday No-Gi)
  • Tournament coaching: Hands-on matside coaching at regional Jacksonville events
  • Month-to-month freedom: $0 initiation fee and zero long-term contracts
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First class is free / Month-to-month billing

Homeschool and youth jiu-jitsu students smiling on the purple and white mats with Coach John and Coach Sarah.
Daytime / Ages 5 & Up

Morning & Early-Afternoon Classes

Homeschool Jiu-Jitsu

Built for Atlantic Beach homeschool families seeking physical literacy, discipline, and daytime training.

$140/ month
Mon, Wed, Fri morning & afternoon$0 initiation / No contracts

Included in membership

  • Two M/W/F time windows: 10:00 to 10:50 AM and 1:00 to 1:50 PM sessions
  • Wednesday P.E. option: Movement games and athletic coordination (1:00 to 2:00 PM)
  • $75/mo Kids plan add-on: Add daytime Homeschool access to any evening Kids membership
  • Parent-friendly timing: 11:00 AM Adults class runs right between homeschool windows
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First class is free / Month-to-month billing

First class is always free

Every local resident gets a free trial class, and classes are always free to watch from the mat edge for both kids and adults.

Zero contracts or initiation fees

Jiu-jitsu has to fit into your life, not the other way around. Cancel anytime by sending an email to mentalitymartialarts@gmail.com.

Locked-in membership rate

As long as you keep a concurrent membership with no lapses in payment, you keep the monthly rate you signed up with.

Visitor drop-ins welcome ($20)

Visiting Atlantic Beach or cross-training from another academy? Drop-ins are $20 per day (cash preferred) for all adult classes and open mats.

02 / First-Timer Walkthrough

How your first free class works

Starting Jiu-Jitsu does not need to feel intimidating. Most of our members began with zero grappling experience.

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Step 01

Reserve your free class online

Sign up in 60 seconds through our student portal for yourself or your child, or simply stop by 1447 Mayport Road to watch a class first.

Step 02

Arrive 10 minutes early in athletic wear

A t-shirt and athletic shorts or leggings are all you need for your first trial class. No uniform or prior martial arts experience is required.

Step 03

Step onto the mat at your own pace

Meet Coach John, Coach Jason, and Coach Sarah, learn fundamental movements with welcoming partners, and decide afterwards with zero sales pressure.

03 / Verified Student Reviews

5.0 out of 5 on Google Maps

What Atlantic Beach families & students say

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Google Review, April 2025

“Joined at age 52 after signing up my 6 and 7 year olds”

“Fantastic place to learn. I signed up my 6 and 7 year olds. They loved it and I then joined at age 52 as a total rookie the following week. Coach John is amazing with kids and can keep them focused and proceeding on their educational path. As for adults, he took the time to introduce and make my transition from a know-nothing rookie to the basic fundamentals easy. Do not be scared. Kids love this and my shy kids dove in Lesson 1 and are addicted. As for adults, male and female, do not let age, weight, endurance, or fear deter you. The adult class is gentle and can proceed at the level you need to be grounded in the basics of Jiu-Jitsu.”

Dave R.Parent of 6 & 7 yr olds + Adult Student (Started at 52)
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Google Review, January 2026

“Cornered before, during, and after every tournament match”

“Coach John coached my son at a Jacksonville tournament, before, during, and after each match. The advice during the match led to two wins.”

Verified Google Reviewer / Youth Competition Parent
Google Review, February 2026

“Patient coaches who build real confidence”

“Our son has been in the youth classes since last summer and loves it. The coaches are patient, and they help the kids build confidence.”

Verified Google Reviewer / Youth Program Parent
Google Review, October 2025

“Homeschool, evening kids, and adult classes for the whole family”

“My boys, 5 and 9, have trained here for 11 months. We use the homeschool class and the evening kids class. I train with the adults too.”

Verified Google Reviewer / Homeschool & Adult Member Family

04 / Mat Timetable

Weekly class schedule

Filter by program or uniform below. Morning homeschool, midday adult sessions, afternoon youth tiers, and evening fundamentals run every week.

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Sunday

1 class
  • Adults Midday11:00 AM to 12:00 PMAdults
    No-Gi Open Mat (2 hr)Try free →

Monday

6 classes

Tuesday

2 classes

Wednesday

6 classes

Thursday

2 classes

Friday

6 classes

First class is always free for Atlantic Beach & Jacksonville Beaches residents. Visiting grapplers can drop in for $20 per day.

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05 / Instructors & Culture

Coached from your first grip to the tournament floor

Whether you are stepping onto a mat for the first time at age 52, enrolling your shy 6-year-old, or preparing for a Newbreed Jacksonville tournament, our instructors teach every round hands-on.

Coach John

Head Coach & Owner

Leads adult Gi, No-Gi, Fundamentals, Kids, and Homeschool programs on the mats every day, and actively corners youth and adult competitors at Jacksonville tournaments.

Coach Jason

Jiu-Jitsu Instructor

Specializes in modern Gi guard systems, lapel and worm guard mechanics, and structured technical breakdowns for developing students.

Coach Sarah

Youth & Adult Coach

Coaches youth, homeschool, and adult sessions while competing regionally and helping beginners feel at home from their very first class.

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Fifteen adult students in gis smiling together on the purple and white mats at Mentality Martial Arts.
On the mats at 1447 Mayport Road, Units 1, 2, and 3 in Atlantic Beach. Friendly people, zero ego, and effective Jiu-Jitsu since 2021.
Mentality Martial Arts competitor celebrating a match win on Newbreed Jiu-Jitsu tournament mats.
Victory on the Newbreed Jiu-Jitsu tournament mats in Jacksonville.