Primal Striking and BJJ

Adult competition score

125 · #3,071

Kids competition score

180 · #1,532

Primal Striking and BJJ operates at 9268 Cortez Blvd in Brooksville, Florida, serving Hernando County and surrounding areas. The academy provides instruction across Brazilian jiu-jitsu, Muay Thai kickboxing, mixed martial arts, and boxing. Training accommodates brand-new beginners as well as active competition fighters. Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt Joe Cortez serves as head Muay Thai instructor and youth coach under world champion Fabio Novaes. BJJ coach Justin Terrell joined Novaes in 2011 after starting martial arts in 2004, earning podium medals across IBJJF, NAGA, and Newbreed tournaments. The coaching staff focuses on practical technique, discipline, and real-world confidence. The weekly schedule features adult and teen Brazilian jiu-jitsu classes on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday evenings from 6:30 to 8 PM. Beginner jiu-jitsu for participants ages thirteen and up is offered on Tuesday and Thursday at 11 AM and Sunday at 7 PM. Members can also participate in private martial arts lessons and open mat training.