Strong Women. Strong Faith. Strong Community.
This is what the Women’s BJJ Team at Mount Dora BJJ is all about. . . .
Our women train together in a supportive, encouraging environment where every student is welcomed, valued, and challenged to grow.
From beginners learning their very first techniques to experienced practitioners sharpening their skills, each woman on the mat is building confidence, strength, and real-life self-defense ability.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu empowers women with practical self-defense skills while improving fitness, discipline, and confidence. Every class is an opportunity to step outside your comfort zone and discover what you are truly capable of.
Ready to try something new? Make some new friends?
Join our Women’s BJJ team Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday at 5:30 AM, 5:15 PM, or 6:15 PM.
We can’t wait to train with you!
A Leader Dedicated to Strength, Faith, and Growth
Professor Annie Iturrino of Mount Dora BJJ
Coach Annie Iturrino is a 2nd Degree Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt, Judo Brown Belt, Certified Personal Trainer, and Strength & Conditioning Coach who is deeply passionate about helping women grow stronger in every area of life.
Her teaching style blends technical excellence with patience and encouragement, creating an environment where beginners feel comfortable learning and experienced students continue to grow and refine their skills. Annie believes Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is more than self-defense — it is a tool that builds resilience, confidence, discipline, and a strong mindset that carries into everyday life.
Coach Annie has dedicated years to developing a women’s program that promotes both individual growth and a strong sense of community. She understands that stepping onto the mat can feel intimidating, which is why she works to ensure every woman feels welcomed, valued, and capable from day one.
Through consistent training, positive mentorship, and a heart for serving others, Annie has helped many women discover their strength — physically, mentally, and spiritually.
Her mission is simple:
Help women build confidence, learn practical self-defense, and become the strongest version of themselves.
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Discover the impact of Martial Arts at Mount Dora BJJ
There is something powerful about a room full of women choosing to step onto the mats.
In a world that often tells women to be quiet, to be small, to play it safe… these women show up ready to grow, to be challenged, and to stand strong. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is more than self-defense—it’s confidence, resilience, and learning that your strength runs deeper than you ever imagined.
What makes this even more special is the bond that forms here. Different ages, different walks of life—but united with a common purpose. We push each other, support each other, and celebrate every win, big or small. This isn’t just training… it’s sisterhood.
Every grip, every rep, every roll builds not just skill—but belief.
Stronger together. Always.
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Take a free class and discover the many benefits of martial arts training. Our classes will help you build strength, improve your flexibility, and enhance your overall fitness. Plus, you'll learn valuable self-defense skills that can help you stay safe in any situation.