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JCR Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu | Ronaldo Jacare

5 ★★★★★ 188 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Ocoee, Florida

Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons Fitness classes Fight team

Plan your first class

  • Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
  • Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth muay thai classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Private lessons private, one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
  • Fitness & conditioning muay thai fitness and cardio classes — a serious workout you can do without ever having to spar
  • Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule jcrbjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 407-489-8284

Hours

Monday 10:30 am–9 pm
Tuesday 6:30 am–9 pm
Wednesday 10:30 am–9 pm
Thursday 6:30 am–9 pm
Friday 11 am–9 pm
Saturday 9:30 am–2 pm
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, seminars, and open-gym times — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Muay thai classes on the schedule at JCR Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu | Ronaldo Jacare, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌱 Beginner Muay Thai 6 mentions

“If you’re looking for beginner jiu-jitsu classes near Winter Garden, Windermere, and the Ocoee area, this is definitely the place to go.”

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🧒 Kids Muay Thai 31 mentions

“In nov 2023 I decided to bring my son back to jiujitsu and at first subscribed him to the classes, but seeing the environment of the school, decided to subscribe too.”

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🏆 Fight Team 3 mentions

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Other martial arts here

Muay thai gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at JCR Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu | Ronaldo Jacare — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) 17 mentions

“In nov 2023 I decided to bring my son back to jiujitsu and at first subscribed him to the classes, but seeing the environment of the school, decided to subscribe too.”

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🤼 Judo 2 mentions

“Jacare Martial Arts offers specialized training for competitions, wrestling and judo classes, and programs for all ages — from kids to adults.”

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🤸 Wrestling

“Jacare Martial Arts offers specialized training for competitions, wrestling and judo classes, and programs for all ages — from kids to adults.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want BJJ, boxing, or MMA alongside muay thai, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 188 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, authentic coaching 3 mentions

“Olivia and Coach Joa were amazing from start to finish.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 15 mentions

“If you’re looking for beginner jiu-jitsu classes near Winter Garden, Windermere, and the Ocoee area, this is definitely the place to go.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly gym 31 mentions

“Our deepest gratitude to Master Jacaré and the academy Our family had the privilege of spending time training at Master Jacaré’s academy, and we have nothing but praise to share.”

📘 real technique & fundamentals 3 mentions

“Our daughter is typically quiet and was nervous and overwhelmed due to sensory issues of the uniform.”

🧒 strong kids program 5 mentions

“I couldn’t recommend Jacare BJJ enough, it has built our sons confidence, taught him respect and given him a sport that he has such a passion for.”

🥊 legit sparring & fight team 5 mentions

“Jacare Martial Arts offers specialized training for competitions, wrestling and judo classes, and programs for all ages — from kids to adults.”

From the reviews

My son, who is about to turn twelve, has blossomed at Jacare Martial Arts, thanks to the incredible guidance of Professor Ronaldo and team ! From the moment we walked through those doors, we felt like part of a family.

★★★★★ — Rebeca, Nov 2024

This is Home. Jacare Martial Arts is my home. In nov 2023 I decided to bring my son back to jiujitsu and at first subscribed him to the classes, but seeing the environment of the school, decided to subscribe too.

★★★★★ — Jory, Nov 2025

I absolutely love JAM! It’s like a second home for my husband and kiddos. The coaches are highly skilled and I really appreciate how dedicated the whole Jacare team is to giving everyone a solid jiu-jítsu foundation, building confidence, and providing them with a lifelong love of martial arts.

★★★★★ — Vanessa, Dec 2022

Olivia and Coach Joa were amazing from start to finish. Our daughter is typically quiet and was nervous and overwhelmed due to sensory issues of the uniform. The team met her on her level and worked together with us to find solutions. She completed her first class and immediately ran over to say “I LOVED IT!

★★★★★ — Amanda, Jan 2026

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New to muay thai? Start at JCR Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu | Ronaldo Jacare

JCR Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu | Ronaldo Jacare comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. If you've never thrown a punch or a kick, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale the conditioning to you. Second, you won't be thrown into sparring — reputable gyms build fundamentals (stance, footwork, and the basic strikes of the "art of eight limbs") for weeks before any contact, and sparring stays optional. Third, all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.

See their beginner class info

Your first muay thai class at JCR Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu | Ronaldo Jacare

Nervous about walking into a muay thai gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling the basics on pads and bags — not fighting. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: shorts or athletic wear and a t-shirt; you'll train barefoot on the mats. What to bring: water and hand wraps if you have them — many gyms lend gloves for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gloves, wraps, a mouthguard, and shin guards. Sparring is optional and comes later, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.

Muay thai is a contact sport. Ease in, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find JCR Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu | Ronaldo Jacare

1681 Amazing Way Ste 108-109, Ocoee, FL34761

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