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BJJ Swamp Academy

BJJ Swamp Academy

3300 SW Archer Rd #100, Gainesville, FL 32608, Gainesville, Florida

+1 352-284-6563
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Boxing
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Fitness Kickboxing
Kids Self-Defense
MMA
Muay Thai
Teen Self-Defense
Women-Only Self-Defense

Classes & Programs

Class Types

  • Boxing
  • Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
  • Fitness Kickboxing
  • Kids Self-Defense
  • MMA
  • Muay Thai
  • Teen Self-Defense
  • Women-Only Self-Defense

Age Groups

  • Adults
  • Kids
  • Teens

Skill Levels

  • Advanced
  • All Levels
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate

Highlights & Considerations

Highlights

  • Welcoming community
  • Supportive atmosphere
  • Experienced instructors
  • Clean facility
  • Flexible schedule
  • Family environment
  • No exploitative contracts
  • Inclusive women’s classes

Considerations

  • Beginners may feel overwhelmed by experienced practitioners
  • Lack of structured basics introduction

Testimonials

Rating Distribution

50 reviews

5 stars

49

4 stars

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3 stars

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2 stars

1

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Excellent

"Have trained here for about 3 years. I found Swamp and Ken about 1 or 2 years after being in remission from stage 2 lymphoma. my first week i think i hit almost every class on the schedule (including the 6:30AM Wednesday morning class). Over the next few months i found a beauty in jiu jitsu and felt..." Read more

- Mark Ebey

via Google

5/3/2025

Excellent

"Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Swamp Academy has been an amazing experience for my son. Since joining, he’s grown tremendously in both confidence and discipline. The environment is positive, supportive, and structured in a way that really helps kids thrive. He also started attending the striking class on Wedn..." Read more

- David Aguilar

via Google

4/17/2025

Excellent

"Ken and Dani are two of the best instructors I've encountered in any martial art. Ken has an extensive background in the sport, but more importantly he has created an school that makes you feel safe and can enjoy learning and practicing the sport. The other instructors are fantastic as well and they..." Read more

- m h

via Google

2/13/2025

4.9

(153 reviews)

Business Hours

  • Monday: 9-11AM,4:45-8:30PM
  • Tuesday: 9-11AM,5:30-8:30PM
  • Wednesday: 10AM-12:30PM,5-8:30PM
  • Thursday: 9-11:30AM,4:45-8PM
  • Friday: 10-11AM,5:30-8PM
  • Saturday: 9:30AM-1PM
  • Sunday: 12:30-1:30PM

Instructors

K

Kenneth Panagiotakos

Head Coach, Professor, Owner

Certifications:

  • Black Belt
D

Dani

Instructor

Location

Amenities

  • Coffee maker
  • Heavy bags
  • Jump ropes
  • Kettlebells
  • Microwave
  • Plenty of mat space
  • Striking equipment

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