About Gracie North Port

2025-08-02 (1)

About Our School

Gracie North Part is the premier Gracie Jiu Jitsu academy located in North Port, Florida. We serve the North Port, Venice, Englewood, Port Charlotte & Nokomis communities.

We have classes that are perfect for:

  • Kids & Teens
  • Adults (any age)
  • Beginners
  • Women
  • Athletes

We’re the only academy in the area with an authentic Gracie lineage under Royce Gracie, one of the most influential figures in the history of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and MMA.

How We're Different

At Gracie North Port, we keep things simple. No egos, no special treatment, no weird traditions that make you feel out of place. Just real people learning jiu jitsu together.

Coach Dom is approachable and laid back. He makes sure everyone feels comfortable, whether it’s your first class or your hundredth. You won’t hear anyone demanding bows or titles — around here, it’s just “Coach” or even just “Dom.”

We’ve got all kinds of students on the mats — parents, kids, people who want to get in shape, and competitors chasing medals. Everyone trains side by side, encouraging each other and pushing each other to get better.

If you’re brand new, you’ll fit right in. If you’ve got experience, you’ll still find challenges and good training partners. And if competing is your thing, you’ll get the coaching to take it seriously. Bottom line: Gracie North Port is a place where you’ll learn solid jiu jitsu, have fun doing it, and feel like you belong.

 

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Meet Coach Dom

Coach Dominic Gonzalez is a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt with over 13 years of training and teaching experience. He’s known for his technical knowledge, his patience, and his ability to make even the toughest techniques simple to understand.

What makes him stand out isn’t just his Jiu Jitsu. It’s the way he connects with people. Dom has a laid-back, approachable teaching style that makes students feel comfortable and confident. He takes the time to give individual feedback, rolls at your level, and keeps training fun while still challenging. 

 

 

 

 

What Our Students and Parents Say

jesse
"Dom is an excellent coach. He clearly explains techniques and really takes the time to make sure you understand every part of a move. 10/10 recommend Gracie North Port for competition training, self defense and the children's programs are awesome."
Jesse C.
robert
"Dominic Gonzalez is a phenomenal coach and has something to offer anyone interested in Brazilian Jujitsu from beginner to advanced. My BJJ journey started at the age of 35 (don’t let age stop you from trying BJJ) with Dom years ago with me having no prior experience in combat sports and little natural ability. Something that started because I thought it might be cool to get a little exercise and learn a couple things turned into what I hope is a lifelong journey in an exceptionally interesting sport. If he can teach me he can teach anyone."
Robert D.
brian
"A great school. The coach is very good with kids while being firm and maintaining order. My boy loves going to class here, it was the highlight of his week."
Brian W.
stacey
"Coach Dom is a great Jiu Jitsu instructor and he’s really good with teaching the kids. My son enjoys coming to class. So glad we found this place. It’s a great workout and great for building his confidence. Would highly recommend."
Stacey B.
noel
"If you’re looking for a down to earth, realistic, welcoming BJJ training facility, this is 100% the place to be! Whether you or your kiddos are looking to build confidence, learn self defense, increase your fitness & endurance outside of normal crowded gyms, etc. Dominic is an excellent instructor & person all around. Personally I am recovering from an SCI & Jiu Jitsu has saved my life!"
Noel J.
ari
"Professor Dom is a great teacher, he loves Jiu-Jitsu and teaches in a manner that emanates both his joy and detailed understanding of the sport. He has a disarming and calming approach to his teaching style. You can tell that he has a deep understanding as he will demonstrate examples of various outcomes depending on certain moves and responses with what was being taught."
Ari H.

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