Highlights: Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team
Looking for Hellman’s Mixed Martial Arts in Tampa, FL? It's a Brazilian jiu jitsu academy at 12202 Race Track Rd, rated 5.0/5 across 92 Google reviews. Below: programs, schedule, pricing, reviews, and how to book a free trial.
Dedicated competition team with pathways to professional MMA; Long-standing instructor with a multi-generational student base
Rated 5.0/5 across 92 Google reviews.
Coach Hellman is a gem. His guidance, dedication, and passion for what he does is reflected in his students’ progress both on and off the mats. Hellman’s MMA isn’t just a place to train, it’s a true community. From day one, you feel welcomed, supported, and encouraged to push beyond your limits in a healthy and motivating environment. Coach Hellman has a rare gift for teaching resilience, discipline, and dedication in a way that feels empowering rather than intimidating. He meets you exactly where you are and helps you grow with patience, structure, and a genuine love for the sport. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced fighter, he creates a space where you can challenge yourself, build confidence, and develop solid technique. The culture he has built at this gym is something special. Students cheer each other on, celebrate each other’s wins, and show up consistently, not just because the training cultivates real strength
I have trained here for the last 3.5 years. I always wanted to train mma and when I finally decided to look for gyms, i took my time and scouted many local gyms. Ultimately I chose this gym because of the focus on learning fundamentals. Coach Hellman is very welcoming and embodies what I consider to be the true martial artist’s spirit. His knowledge and skill at teaching is excellent, whether it is the kids class or the mma team. The team here feels more like friends and family than strangers that get together for a sweat every week. All in all, I am glad that I chose this as my home gym and look forward to honing my skills here.
I’ve been training with Coach Hellman for 2.5 years now, this gym quickly became a second home. Everybody, from the day-one beginners, to the fight team — treat you like family. Loyalty here runs deep We drill the basics nonstop, and that’s what makes everyone level up so fast. As the athletes progress, so do our drills. Daily basic combinations, footwork, etc to more complex work.Coach Hellman has an indepth skill set and that is shown every day, whether he’s working with the kids, beginners, or the advanced fighters. I’ve had 3 fights so far and it's all thanks to the Coaches and my team pushing me as an athlete.
When I started my MMA journey 6 years ago I was looking for a gym to join that would maximize my potential. I played football for 17 years so I know how important being on a good team is for your development. I came across Hellmans MMA who I noticed always had somebody competing at the local shows so I signed up for my fort free class. After walking in and being greeted by Ms. Irene and Coach Hellman I immediately felt like I was at home. I could tell they were both genuine people right away not to mention the facilities of the gym were some of the best I’ve ever seen. Another thing that won me over was I noticed coach Hellman personally coaches every single class. His knowledge of the sport is second to none as he has taught me everything I know and I’ve gained a championship and 4 Knockouts in 7 fights. Not only has Coach Hellman been great at teaching me the technical aspects of MMA but he has made me fall in love with the sport. I c
I am so impressed with Coach Shihan Hellman (and also his peer coaches and assistants) as he is able to teach a group of kids (small medium or large size) so easily and the kids have a great time, learn discipline, respect, consistency and to not quit, keep fighting. As soon as I posted my interest in enrolling my children into his gym on the web, Coach Hellman promptly replied to me, and it was the perfect fit. My older son is more attentive, focused, disciplined and most importantly, healthier and more confident. It is such a hard art, to memorize all moves, have the kids to execute properly, safely, to also know the rules and theories, to have fun as well, to learn great sportsmanship ❤️ I feel like they are my family.
Hands down the best gym to learn everything and its affordable! Techniques change weekly and are focused on retention. We moved our daughter (13 yrs old) here from another local gym so she can learn in a smaller more discipline setting and it was the best decision we could have made. It has been a year and her confidence and skill increased so fast that she has competed in two tournaments bringing home silver both times. Clean lobby, mats and bathrooms. Coaches are focused on everyone regardless of experience. If you are looking for a gym to train in for MMA, Jiu-Jitsu or kickboxing, you have found it!!
Hellman’s Mixed Martial Arts is at 12202 Race Track Rd. Call (727) 255-2444 to confirm class times or book a trial.
Hellman’s Mixed Martial Arts doesn't publish pricing. Tampa BJJ typically runs $150-$250/month for unlimited. They offer a free trial so you can test the room first.
Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, No-Gi Grappling, Kids BJJ, Little Kids (3-6), Teens BJJ, Women's BJJ, Competition Team, Self-Defense, MMA, Kickboxing, Striking, Private Lessons.
Head instruction is led by Gary Hellman.
Beginners are welcome. Use the trial class to watch a fundamentals or all-levels session and meet the coach before signing up. No experience or gear needed for your first class at most Tampa gyms.
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