October 2025
5 out of 5 stars
Have been attending for about a month now the instructor and team were very welcoming. An amazing gym for sure I highly recommend taking a free week trial class it got me hooked the first day and I never looked back!
Authentic Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Self Defense in Florence, SC
Brazilian-led instruction for kids, teens and adults. Learn to defend yourself, get in the best shape of your life, and train somewhere that takes your progress seriously. Your first class is free.
Florence, SC
100+
Students on Our Mats
5+
Years Training Florence
4.9
Google Rating
20+
National & Int'l Titles
Our Programs
Pick Your Path. Five Programs Under One Roof in Florence.
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
The most complete martial art ever built. Self-defense, fitness, and a discipline that carries into the rest of your life. Gi and no-gi, all levels.
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Pee Dee Fitness & Conditioning
A full conditioning floor in the same building. Build the strength and engine that carry over to the mats, or just get in the best shape of your life.
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Self Defense
Practical, no-nonsense self defense for adults. No experience needed. Learn to protect yourself standing and on the ground.
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Kids & Teens - Bullyproof
Build confidence, focus and the skills to handle a bully without throwing the first punch.
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Women's Self Defense
A program built around how real situations actually happen, taught in a supportive room.
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What Sets Us Apart
Authentic Brazilian Lineage
Taught by a Brazilian instructor trained at the source in Ceara, not a weekend certificate.
Real Progression, Not a Belt Mill
You earn your rank here. That is exactly why it means something when you get it.
Private Lessons, Seven Days a Week
Group classes and one-on-one coaching available every shift, including weekends.
Self-Defense & Anti-Bullying Focus
Everything we teach starts from keeping you and your family safe.
Life at the Academy
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What Our Students Say
4.938 Google reviewsReal Reviews from Real Students
January 2024
5 out of 5 stars
Competitive Edge Combat Sports is a great place to be. Professor Aragao is one of the most down to earth and humble people I know. In addition, he is also an amazing jiu jitsu instructor and will help you master the art of the sport.
2024
5 out of 5 stars
If you are considering starting jiu jitsu or looking for a place to join, I would highly recommend CEC Sports. Professor Francisco is one of a kind! A truly humble and welcoming person. I dropped in for a Monday night gi class (traveling through Florence on business) and I was immediately made to feel welcome. Great training, great students, and a great professor. Thanks again Francisco. I will visit again!
May 2024
5 out of 5 stars
Great gym with great people and a very welcoming atmosphere. Prof. Aragao is a great instructor who will invest his time and knowledge if you are willing to put in the work/time to learn. Highly recommend!
February 2026
5 out of 5 stars
Good training and atmosphere. I have been training here for years great teachers and students to learn and train with.
April 2026
5 out of 5 stars
Wonderful instructor our son loves going to Jijitsu.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Most people who walk in have never trained before. Beginner classes are built for exactly that, and your first one is free.
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is our core program, plus self defense, a kids and teens Bullyproof program, women's self defense, and a full Pee Dee Fitness conditioning floor.
Yes. Self defense and anti-bullying are the foundation of how we teach, for adults and for kids.
Yes. One-on-one coaching is available every shift, seven days a week, including Saturday and Sunday.
111 Technology Place, Florence, SC 29501.
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About Us
Authentic Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Right Here in Florence
Competitive Edge Combat Sports brings authentic Brazilian Jiu Jitsu to Florence, SC. Our instruction comes straight from the Sa lineage in Ceara, Brazil - one of the families that first put Jiu Jitsu on the map in the region.
We teach kids, teens and adults, with a focus on self defense, anti-bullying and real, earned progression. Our instructor and students compete and place at national and international level. This is the real deal.
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