Wrestling
Near Lake Wales, FL
While we don't offer a dedicated wrestling program, wrestling is a core component of our MMA and BJJ training at Gracie Barra Davenport — and you'll develop serious takedown skills on our mats.
Wrestling Is Core to What We Do
Wrestling — takedowns, double-legs, single-legs, sprawls, and mat control — is one of the most dominant attributes in modern martial arts. The best BJJ and MMA practitioners are often decorated wrestlers, and the takedown game is an essential part of the training at Gracie Barra Davenport.
Our MMA program, led by ranked professional Thiago Belo, includes dedicated wrestling content: double-leg and single-leg takedowns, sprawl defense, cage/clinch work, and transitions from takedown to ground control. In our BJJ program, guard pulling, stand-up grappling, and takedown entries are all part of the No-Gi curriculum.
If you're looking for a comprehensive grappling program that includes wrestling fundamentals alongside the submission skills of BJJ and the striking of Muay Thai, Gracie Barra Davenport is exactly what you're looking for.
Wrestling Skills You'll Develop at GB Davenport
- Double-leg and single-leg takedowns
- Sprawl defense and takedown prevention
- Cage/wall work and clinch control
- Ground-and-pound from dominant positions
- Transitions from takedown to submission
- Conditioning and athleticism training
Getting Here from Lake Wales
Head west on US-27 → Continue toward Davenport → Turn right on Grandview Pkwy. We're at 6250 Grandview Pkwy, Davenport. About 17 miles from Lake Wales.
About 17 miles · about 20 minutes
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Three disciplines, seven programs — for kids starting at age 3 through adult competitors.
Gracie Barra Davenport
Lake Wales is a historic Polk County city with a growing population of over 16,000. Gracie Barra Davenport is just 17 miles north — an easy 20-minute drive on US-27 to 6250 Grandview Pkwy.
Lake Wales families looking for certified, structured martial arts training make the drive to us — and the US-27 route makes it one of the easiest commutes in the county. We're located at 6250 Grandview Pkwy — 6 days a week, morning through evening.
FAQs — Wrestling Near Lake Wales
Are there BJJ classes near Lake Wales, FL?
Gracie Barra Davenport offers certified BJJ classes about 17 miles north of Lake Wales on US-27. We teach Gi and No-Gi BJJ for kids (ages 3+) and adults, 6 days a week.
What martial arts schools are near Lake Wales?
Gracie Barra Davenport at 6250 Grandview Pkwy in Davenport is one of the top-rated martial arts schools near Lake Wales — a 5.0-star Google rating with BJJ, Muay Thai, and MMA for all ages.
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