A premium Brazilian Jiu Jitsu academy where children, adults, and families grow stronger together, guided by respect and care.
A quiet room · 6:47 a.m.
I. Our Mission
We believe Jiu Jitsu is one of the greatest tools ever created for human development.
Our practice is to use it quietly, patiently, to build stronger, more confident, more disciplined people.
Vision
To be Central Florida's benchmark for Jiu Jitsu education, from kids to adults.
Mission
To develop people through Jiu Jitsu.
Culture
Respect, care, discipline, growth, practiced daily.
Established
2019 in Winter Park, Florida.
II. Values
Four words we practice like techniques. Repeated until they are ours.
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The first thing we teach. The last thing we forget. On the mat, in the room, in the world.
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For every student, every family, every belt. We notice the small things. They are never small.
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Quiet habits, practiced daily. The way we tie a belt is the way we live.
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Not only in technique. In patience, in courage, in the person you are becoming.
III. Programs
01. For Children
CONFIDENCE · FOCUS · CHARACTER
Using Step Up For Students?
Eligible families may use Step Up For Students funding for select Elementum kids programs. Learn about Step Up programs
02. For Adults
STRENGTH · CLARITY · COMMUNITY
Most adults who begin here are not looking for a fight. They are looking for something that challenges them, clears their mind, and gives them a reason to keep showing up. Professionals, parents, beginners, and lifelong students train side by side, first day to black belt.
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03. For Women
CONFIDENCE · SAFETY · BELONGING
A supportive environment for women who want to build strength and confidence in a calm, respectful space, at their own pace. The same mat holds first day beginners and Larissa Dias, Elementum Athlete, three time World Champion and three time Pan American Champion. Every level belongs here.
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04. One to One
PERSONAL · PRECISE · PROGRESSIVE
One on one coaching tailored to your body, your rhythm, and your goals. For accelerated learning, competition preparation, or simply a deeper practice.
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05. By Invitation
Discipline · Craft · Excellence
Competition is not the purpose of our school. Excellence is part of its culture. For students who choose to test themselves: guided preparation, honest feedback, and a coach in your corner, from local mats to the world stage.
Enquire about competitionStep Up For Students. Eligible families may use state scholarship funding for select Elementum kids programs.
Step Up For StudentsIV. Proven in practice
Competition is not the purpose of our school. Excellence is part of its culture. We do not define ourselves by medals, but our technical standard is demonstrated on the sport's largest stages.
Elementum Athlete
Elementum Athlete
The wider Elementum community includes World Master medalists, Pan American champions, and Pan American medalists. The same room welcomes first day beginners and prepares athletes for the world stage.
V. Kids First Week
Our paid Kids First Week gives your child time to experience the room, meet the instructors, understand the rhythm of class, and feel what training at Elementum is actually like. A week builds familiarity, and gives parents a realistic view of whether this is the right environment.
Start their first weekTell us your child's age when you book and we will guide you to the right class. You do not need to know our age groups beforehand.
"My children started when they were 3 years old, both neurodivergent, and the classes are very well organized with the engagement, structure and compassion they need to succeed."
Victoria Negron
Parent · Google review, 5 stars
VI. Schedule
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Adults12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
AdultsWhite belt 2+ stripes
4:30 PM to 5:10 PM
YouthAges 6 to 9
5:10 PM to 6:00 PM
YouthAges 9 to 14
6:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Fitness6:30 PM to 7:45 PM
WomenFundamental class
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
IntroSunday is a rest day. Times may adjust on holidays.
Book a Trial ClassVII. Visitors
Travelers, vacationers, and practitioners from other schools are welcome at Elementum. You do not need to live here to train here.
Who it is for
Our first classes are reserved for Central Florida residents. If you are traveling through Winter Park, you are a visitor, and you are welcome on our mat.
Day pass
One pass opens every class that day. Train once, or stay for all of them. The day is yours.
Staying longer
If one day is not enough, speak with our front desk and we will shape a package around your visit.
Uniform
Bring your gi in white, blue, or black.
On the mat
Rashguards are required. No t-shirts. Taking more than one class in a day? Bring a change. A fresh gi or rashguard for each session keeps the room clean.
Residents and visitors, first day and black belts. Everyone shares the same mat.
Bring your gi, a fresh rashguard, and an open mind. We will take care of the rest.
Plan your visitVIII. The First Visit
We introduce you before we immerse you. More like the first day of a private school than a casual visit. Every new student is expected, never processed. Before you walk in, your instructor already knows your name, your goals, and what brought you here.
Begin your first experienceA short conversation about your goals, your experience, and what brought you here.
A guided one to one session that introduces the essential movements and ideas of Jiu Jitsu. You arrive in comfortable athletic clothing. You are not thrown into a regular class.
If Elementum feels right, we help you choose the appropriate membership before your next visit.
You come back in your own Jiu Jitsu uniform.
Your instructor walks you into the room and supports your transition into regular training.
"I cannot say enough great things about this Jiu Jitsu gym. The coaches are absolutely amazing. They not only teach world class techniques but also create a welcoming and supportive environment for everyone."
Abigail Rodriguez
Google review, 5 stars
IX. What to expect
You will not be tested, thrown in, or left alone. Here is exactly how it goes.
Your first class includes
For children
Before you come
X. The Academy
What you'll find
Every square foot of the academy is chosen with intention. The building is part of the practice.
XII. Why Elementum
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Every class has a plan. Every technique connects to the last one.
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A progressive, cumulative path, not a random collection of moves.
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Clean mats. A warm greeting. It all matters.
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Egos are left at the door. Everyone trains to grow, together.
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Warm wood, concrete, natural light: a space you look forward to.
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We think in decades, not months. We build people, not just students.
XIII. The Journey
Not a program to finish. A practice to inhabit, for years, if you want.
You cross the door, the room is with us.
A handshake. Your name, remembered.
Slowly. Carefully. Correctly.
Two, three, as many times a week as you want. It becomes yours.
The community becomes family.
XIV. Voices
★★★★★ 5.0 average from 151 Google reviews
"If you are seeking a holistic approach to self defense and personal development, look no further than Elementum Jiu Jitsu in Winter Park. From the first class, I found myself learning invaluable techniques and the deeper significance behind each movement. The welcoming atmosphere, expert instruction, and focus on holistic development make it a gem in the Winter Park community."
Alfredo Ruiz
Google review, 5 stars
"Elementum is my home away from home. The atmosphere is incredible and the coaching is top notch. Whether you are coming for the noon class or training in the evenings, the community is welcoming and the vibes are always positive."
Nicholas Minton
Google review, 5 stars
"The coaching quality here is world class. They focus on honor, respect, and resilience. The instructors not only teach incredible technique but also foster growth and discipline in every student. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a premier training facility."
Audrey Andrade
Google review, 5 stars
"I visited once with my daughter for a kids class and once to train myself. Both exceeded my expectations. Clean, well maintained, and you immediately see the care that went into creating this training environment."
Cadu Francis
Google review, 5 stars
XV. Questions
If your question is not here, we would rather answer it in person, over coffee, before your first class.
Most of our students started exactly there. Your first classes are a private introduction, at your pace. You will not be thrown into anything you are not ready for.
No. Our adult program has members from their twenties through their sixties. Jiu Jitsu is designed to work with your body, not against it.
Jiu Jitsu, taught well, is one of the safest martial arts. There are no strikes. Everything is controlled, deliberate, and cooperative. Safety is a coaching priority.
No kimono needed for your first classes. Comfortable athletic clothing is all you need, and we provide an Elementum Jiu Jitsu shirt to train in. Cross the door and open your mind.
Yes. We invite every child for a personalized first class before any commitment. They will be at a group class but we will always assist them to make sure they understand and feel safe during class.
Yes. Elementum Jiu Jitsu offers eligible children's Jiu Jitsu programs for families using Step Up For Students funding. Programs are available in 3-month, 6-month, and 12-month options for children ages 3 to 14. Our team can help families understand the available Elementum program options and provide the program information needed for the Step Up process. Eligibility, purchasing procedures, reimbursement, and final approval are determined by Step Up For Students and follow their current policies. View Step Up program details →
Simple monthly charges or twelve month memberships. We also offer memberships for families, college students, and Law Enforcement.
No. You get in shape by training, not before it. Your first classes move at your pace, and your coach adjusts the intensity to you.
Not at first. Comfortable clothes are enough, and we provide an Elementum Jiu Jitsu shirt. When you decide to continue, we will help you choose the right kimono.
Plan for about an hour: a short tour, the class itself, and a few minutes afterwards to answer your questions.
There is free parking in the lot directly in front or in the back of the school, with additional street parking on Solana Ave. Arriving ten minutes early makes everything calm.