Outstanding school For all ages Highly recommend anyone and everyone with an interest to try!

I only took 3 classes here and love it! Coach Brian is very encouraging, kind, and definitely knows what he’s doing. Everyone here is so welcoming and it truly feels like a family here. I’m already starting to feel much more confident in my skills. If you’re searching for a martial arts school, then this is the definitely the right place for you and/or your kids.

My son (10) has been coming here Monday through Friday for the last several weeks and we have no plans on stopping! He loves everything about this gym. The coaches are phenomenal and do such amazing work with the kids. They are patient and kind with them and every single child that comes here looks forward to it. They really take the time to show the children techniques and enforce what they are teaching them. I cannot recommend this gym highly enough! If youre an adult looking to train in jiu-jitsu or you have children that want to train, this is the place to bring them!

Friendly coaches and members whose goal is to help you thrive. The coaches are articulate and offer high quality teaching. The best part of my day:)

I recently signed my son up for Jiu Jitsu and Grappling with Coach Brian and I can’t say enough good things about the class and the team, the whole staff is knowledgeable and takes the time to explain the moves and how to execute them properly. My son loves going to the class which offers not only skills but exercise in addition. We are so happy to be a part of the Grappling Mastery family.

They are great with kids! Great program

While doing research on schools in the area I had just moved to I was told that this school had a certain reputation (Cobra Kai type) so I decided to see for myself. Turns out there was nothing further from the truth. The coach and all its members have become like family. Not only that but the jiu-jitsu lineage can be verified, their coaches are battle tested and no egos. If you’re looking to learn and train this is a great place to do it.

Great coaching, great system, amazing team. couldn’t ask for better

Its awseome. The coaches are great, super friendly and understanding and very knowledgeable. My girls and I love the classes.I highly recommend Brazilian Jujitsu.

On vacation for the week and was looking for a good place to drop in for a class while I’m in Florida and I went to the right place! The hospitality was amazing and Brian is a great coach! Got some good rolls in as well! I highly recommend checking this gym out if you’re in the area!

Great people and very knowledgeable. Everyone was very welcoming. If you are looking for a good place to train with good people this is a great place. Highly recommend it.

I became an MMA fan later in life and wandered into the Academy, a mess, between chemo treatments . The coaches and members were welcoming on day #1 and have been ever since. These highly skilled coaches are the kindest most patient people you could hope for.

“Along with my wife I brought my boys to this gym a 2 years ago. They have come a long way through diligent practice and focus on training lead by the amazing coaches at Grappling Mastery. I can’t begin to explain how proud I am of not only their results in competition but also the discipline and sportsmanship that is impressed upon them during their training. I couldn’t be happier in the choice of gyms and coaches than I am with Grappling Mastery. There is simply no better an instructor than Brian, He is a great teacher with adults and children. He teaches patience and honor along with attention to technical practice. I am proud to say he is my coach and will be as long as long as he is teaching.”--Update-We are at two years now and our whole family are now members along with the stellar childrens classes my wife and I are in the adult classes and we are loving it. A great way to stay in shape lose weight and learn a valuable skill. The kids have grown so much in the past year in Jiu Jitsu and with the ever growing team at grappling mastery have moved on to many competition wins. They have also had loses and they have taken them with as learning experiences. This is a great family oriented gym and I do consider many of its members family!!

This academy is truly outstanding! My son has attended since November 2014 and he is a tough one to like any activity but from the first class Brian (instructor/owner) made him interested! Brian has the unique ability to keep the kids involved & focused on the task at hand. Plus with Rita as his right hand, they make the perfect team the kids look up to and actually listen to. Even though this is located 30 minutes from my house 100% worth it!

Both of my children are enrolled and participate in all the classes. The classes have improved confidence, fitness and knowledge of the art of Brazilian Jujitsu. The teachers - Brian, Rita, and Dave are amazing. It is wonderful to see how much these teachers care and provide a safe and dynamic environment. I highly recommend this Dojo for all.

Amazing Gym and such a wonderful crowd. Brian and his team are excellent. I have watched my son grow so much in such a short amount of time under their watchful eyes. They are always working to bring out the best in all of their students. They encourage teamwork while teaching how to be an individual. Really cant say enough good things. Its more like a family there and I am glad we are a part of it.

Going here a few months now as often as I am able. No complaints. Great place to train, had little experience with any martial arts and everyone was willing to work with me to get me up to speed.

Great Team! Brian brings a wealth of knowledge from many styles. As a professional fighter and active duty Soldier I have worked out with many great people and at many great gyms. I can say confindently Grappling Mastery is by far one of the most complete Teams I have ever worked out with! Great instruction for all levels, if you are in the area I highly suggest you check out Grappling Mastery!

I was completely blown away with the style of teaching that Brian brings to the table. He is able to explain things in multiple ways until you understand when, how, and why you are doing certain techniques. The atmosphere is one of learning where everyone helps everyone and you never have to worry about being an odd man out of a new group. From beginners to veterans you will always learn something new every day.

The culture, training, and community at Grappling Mastery are excellent. Brian Ruscio has created a team atmosphere where everyone supports each others advancement in skill and mindset. Whether you want to compete at a high level, get fit, or just feel more confident on the street, this is the place to go.

They are really awesome. Great with kids and the kids (boy and girl) love it! Highly recommend checking them out.

My kids have been training here for 2.5 years and we love it! Great coaches. They are very patient.

I’ve been training here only a couple months at this point, but since day one I’ve felt welcomed. Brian and the guys and girls here are all super cool and constantly helping me learn. Definitely worth checking out!

I came to grappling mastery a few months ago with no experience in any combat sports. Everyone from the beginning has been very friendly and always eager to help me learn. Great school, Great people.

Epic community, nice people, chill environment, and awesome coaches.

I came in for a free trial period of the gym I really liked it! It was a great time, the instructor Brian was really cool willing to show me a lot. Everyone in fact was really cool, willing to show you techniques in work with you to get you better! It is a really good time!

Solid knowledge base on material. Friendly, helpful, and challenging atmosphere. Good people

I have trained in Jiu-Jitsu at various periods in my life since the late 1990s. I started with Alliance Jiu-Jitsu in Atlanta. After a few years off, I trained under a Gracie Barra program where I used the knowledge to start competing in Jiu-Jitsu/Grappling. Once again after another few years off, I trained with American Top Team in Atlanta. Ive had top-notch training at each of these places. I recently signed up for and completed the Grappling Mastery 30-day complementary trial period. What I can tell you about this place is that you will receive the highest level of instruction in a format that allows you to build the necessary reps to ingrain the information so that it will last far beyond a two min drill. It was the first time I had come across a format that lent itself best to the learning process of new information. Highly recommend. Check this place out!

Grappling mastery is by far the best club to join in eustis. FL. my personal experience was awesome they are professional, friendly folks. they will work with you to help you accomplish your goals.

Took my daughter here in March 2015 because we were looking to get her into MMA. She has been loving the classes as well as the great teachers! I even started private sessions with Brian and the womens Brazilian Jiu Jitsu on Saturdays. If you truly want to learn what Grappling Mastery has to offer then come check out the growing family..

I joined primarily to get in better shape yet immediately discovered a community that I had to be a part of.

Awesome place. Clean gym experienced instructors. Had a great lesson and learned a lot.

I am a disabled combat veteran, I sustained severe airborne injuries which required surgery and other secondary injuries. These injuries I believed would prevent me from ever attempting to pursue training in the martial arts as I am in perpetual pain. Moreover, I simply felt inadequate and incapable of doing it. After the war, I also attained invisible injuries in the form of Post-Traumatic Stress from the experiences of war. All of these factors made me believe that the martial arts would be something I could never do until I met Professor Brian Ruscio.I did much research before reaching out to Grappling Mastery, and compared the lineage and training of Professor Ruscio with other schools. I found many schools, much closer to my home, but the Professor was by far the most experienced, not only in training but in actual competitions, as well as having an exemplary lineage. Moreover, I found his training to be extremely robust and beyond just Brazilian Jujitsu, as his training went far beyond by being inclusive of many forms of grappling. He is a NAGA Pan-American Championship in the Expert Light Heavyweight Division and created a Hybrid Grappling Style by combining the best moves from Greco-Roman, Freestyle Wrestling, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Judo, Sambo, and Catch-as-Catch-Can. All of this made it clear that he would be the school I would attend. I felt the 2 hour drive each day would be well worth it to learn from the best. As a Marine paratrooper, I would not be satisfied with anything less. Now all I had left to do was to experience first-hand how he would be as an instructor to a veteran with severe disabilities.Professor Ruscios training and method of teaching is exemplary. Although I do not know much of the martial arts, I am an expert instructor in multiple disciplines. The professor is patient, empathetic to injuries, yet pushes you to your personal limitations. He maintains a calm demeanor, yet a genuine enthusiasm for your development. His training is personalized and not cookie cutter. When you think he is not watching, he will approach you and catch nuances you are executing incorrectly which you do not realize. Small adjustments enable immediate results when you have an instructor who cares about your improvement. I believe he purposely observes from an angle in which you do not see him, so you are not distracted or conscientious of his watchful eye. But make no mistake, his attention to detail will exploit your weaknesses, for on the spot correction, and immediate improvement. His instruction is exceptional. With all things, you must put in the work. Do not rely on attending a few hours a week and expecting magical improvement. You should be going over what you learned either by executing the movements at home, watching his free videos on YouTube, and attending weekly roll & review Lastly, I want to address the culture created by the professor. As a veteran, we crave challenge, camaraderie, and purpose. And sometimes feel we have lost that when we transition to civilian. At Grappling Mastery I have found that culture again. Everyone I have met has been sincerely encouraging, supportive, and have gone out of their way to help me improve. The only competition I feel is against myself. To be a better version of myself the next training day. There is no pressure or fear of failure. Everyone has a genuine empathy with each other, a genuine camaraderie. I cannot begin to express how significant his training has been to help with my Post Traumatic Stress.I feel privileged and blessed to have found Professor Ruscio who has in a short time had a huge positive impact on my life.

Great instructor, my daughter and I are very comfortable with this environment. We didnt expect to find such a high caliber trainer in our area. Thank you Brian for your integrity, morals and training.

Brian is extremely knowledgeable, friendly and humble. He is very patient with the kids and us older learners. Everyone at Grappling Mastery was friendly and helpful. Highly recommend!

I started training at Grappling Mastery about 4 months ago. Brian Ruscio is a patient, knowledgeable coach and the academy is family friendly for all ages.I am now trying to get my 6 year old into BJJ as I think it will be a great experience for him. I would recommend Grappling Mastery to anyone without hesitation.

Grappling Masterys BJJ, and Muay Thai classes have taught me so much. Brian Ruscio is a great instructor and I would highly recommend his classes. I initially joined to learn self defense, and after a few months feel able to defend myself in any situation. I enjoyed Brians classes and instruction so much that my interest has gone beyond self defense and progressed into a passion for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.

Ive been training there for 3 years now. Brian is an excellent and patient instructor. He has made an atmosphere that is friendly and family oriented. I would highly receommend

Top Notch training! Im so happy to have found this school and its instructors! Like one big family! I definitely recommend this school to any one looking! See you on the Mats

Definitely the best place to train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Lake County! They also offer several types of wrestling and Muay Thai instruction as well. Professor Brian learned from the best and is willing and able to pass on his vast knowledge. If youre serious about martial arts, you cant go wrong with Grappling Mastery.

Professional, highly knowledgeable, genuinely caring instructors! Amazing place for for adults and children! Sign up! You will be very happy you did so!

This is a really good school. Coach Brian is the real deal. Very good teacher. The students are also very friendly and helpful.

My experience at Grappling Mastery has been positive and exciting. I am trying to grow my knowledge and ability in Jiu Jitsu and other mixed martial arts. I have improved my skill level and knowledge under Brian in these areas of Jiu Jitsu; Takedowns, guard passing, sweeps and submissions. If you want to learn self-defense, stay in shape, or choke someone out with their own shirt, this is the place for you.The school has become a second family and everyone is willing to help others improve. We even attend UFC/metamoris parties as a group. There are no egos and we have fun learning with Brians patient instruction.

Grappling Mastery is a great gym and Brian Ruscio is a great coach, he is very patient and teaches me both the basics and advanced techniques. I like that the whole Grappling Mastery team supports each other, in and out of the gym. After fighting for 6 years, I decided I wanted to try MMA. I already knew Boxing and Muay Thai, but I had no experience fighting on the ground. I started at Grappling Mastery 18 months ago, Brian has taught me so much in that time. Although I have a lot to learn, I feel very comfortable fighting on the ground now. Of all the fighting coaches I have had, Brian is easily my favorite. He understands my goals and is making sure I achieve them.

I would like to share my experience. I joined October 2015 and wanted to be sure to give a review based on many months after I joined. I am new to BJJ, started 6 months prior to joining here. I am very happy I made the switch. If you are looking to train somewhere that you are being taught proper techniques, keeping up with IBJJF rules, explaining the points and answer any questions you have, this is the place. Professor Brian Ruscio clearly is someone that will help you achieve what you are looking to learn or accomplish. Whether it be self defense, street fight or competition. He is always willing to demonstrate, give alternatives and is very professional. I hope this may help anyone that is looking for a school in Lake County area. Glad I walked in those doors and took advantage of the free 30 day trail. Great place and atmosphere to train!

Love this place.. And my son loves it too.. Great place to learn and get your Jiu jitsu on!

Since I was 9 years old, I have studied many forms of self defense from; Tae Kwon Do, Boxing, and Eagle Claw Kung Fu. Out of all the different facilities that I have trained at, they are nothing like the Grappling Mastery. I have just started there about 3 weeks ago and I already enjoy it more than any other facility that I have been to. The environment is Friendly, and everyone there helps one another achieve their best. I would highly recommend this place to anyone. It doesnt matter how old you are, bring yourself, bring your kids, bring your parents. If you want a fun place to learn self defense skills and be part of a team with unlimited potential, then this is the place to be.

Fantastiic school to learn BJJ plus many other techniques. Its like one big family! Professor Brian Ruscio is very knowledgeable and patient with his students. Its a great family and positive environment.

I have the great pleasure to Know Brian for over 11 years, and seen him learn and become the incredible athlete he is today.One thing that has always separated him from the crowd was his love for teaching and his ability to teach. His whole life has been around wrestling, fitness, Jiu Jitsu and Mixed Martial arts. I know of his dream of having his own school since early 2005 at least, and seeing this dream fulfilled with Grappling Mastery, makes me so proud of my friend and trainer. Anyone who would want to learn properly and reach the next step in their training should train with Brian, since he wont only teach you martial arts but also help you develop as a better person.The devotion and focus to develop himself and others that I have seen in Brian, is something that makes him and His School Grappling Mastery very unique.So if you want to learn proper MMA, sportsmanship and train with someone that has devoted all his life to be a great athlete and teacher and NEVER give up, you need to train with Brian Ruscio and his team at Grappling Mastery.

Over the past few years, my son has been fortunate to become one of the best teen grapplers in the country. We have had many, many coaches across many states, and I can clearly state that Brian Ruscio from Grappling Mastery is one of the very best. He can teach not only at the highest level of the sport for serious competitors, but also is incredible when working with beginners (patient, kind, and understanding). So if you are in his area, and interested in jiu-jitsu and wrestling, dont think twice and go visit his school. You will never train anywhere else.

Ive known Brian Ruscio since 2005 and trained for a few years with him in Orlando.I decided I would travel to Mt. Dora from Lakeland,FL and train with him.Grappling Mastery was very clean and professionally ran by Brian. His techniques were awesome and his students welcomed me as a visitor and made me feel at home. When I arrived for jiu jitsu I learned that they were starting with yoga Monday through Wednesday from 6-6:30 and I hadnt planned on taking a yoga class but Brian invited me to join him and Im glad I did it was an excellent way to warm up, gain flexibility, and that lends itself to safer training as well.Again if you are looking to train as a guest or youre looking to find an excellent school I would highly recommend Grappling Mastery.

If you live in the Tavares, Eustis, Mt Dora area and are interested in adult, teen, or child instruction in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, or Judo I cannot recommend IBJJF Black Belt Brian Ruscio enough…absolutely the best instructor for all ages and skill levels in the area!!! Brian promotes an atmosphere that is friendly while at the same time allowing for competition and hard rolling if that is what you are looking for. The one thing I thought my son would miss not being involved in traditional team sports is the team…I was very wrong. Grappling Mastery is an outstanding team and I would not train anywhere else!!!

Been going here for 4 months now Brian is great with the kids and adults definitely recommend

Great people! The real deal.

Dont like it!

Very nice and nice teacher !!!