Looking for drop-in BJJ in Split while you are on holiday, passing through Dalmatia or staying in Croatia for a few weeks? Mizfits Jiu Jitsu & Grappling Academy welcomes visiting BJJ and grappling practitioners at 114. brigade 12 in Split. Message us before you come, bring your training gear, and we’ll help you find the right session for your level.
Can visitors join BJJ and grappling classes at Mizfits in Split?
Yes. Visitors can join BJJ and grappling sessions at Mizfits, as long as they contact the academy before training. Drop-ins are welcome for people who already train, whether you are travelling alone, visiting Split with friends or trying to keep your mat time alive between beach days.
The easiest way to arrange a visit is to contact Ivo on +385 91 616 0880. Tell us your experience level, whether you prefer Gi or No-Gi, and when you are in town. Split is busy in summer, and class rhythm can change around holidays, seminars and competition weeks. A quick message saves everyone guesswork.
If this is your first time visiting the academy, you can also check the Mizfits visit us page for basic directions and club information.
What kind of training can you expect from a Mizfits drop-in session?
A Mizfits drop-in session is real training, not a tourist photo stop. Expect technical work, positional rounds and live grappling with a local team that takes the sport seriously without turning the room into an ego contest. The club motto says it plainly: 0% politics, 100% Jiu Jitsu.
Mizfits is a Jiu Jitsu and grappling academy in Split led by head coach Ivo Vatavuk, a BJJ black belt. The room includes hobbyists, competitors, newer students and people who just love getting rounds in. That mix matters. A traveller can usually find someone close enough in size, pace and experience to get useful training without having to prove anything.
The academy also has a track record of welcoming guests from abroad. One recent example was Monica Allen from Fulcrum Jiu Jitsu Academy visiting Mizfits, which is exactly the kind of exchange that makes BJJ travel worth it. You train, you meet people, and the city feels a little less like a postcard.
Who should book a drop-in BJJ session in Split?
Drop-in training is best for people who already have some experience in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, submission grappling, judo, wrestling or MMA. All levels are welcome, but it helps if you tell the coach where you are honestly at. White belt with two months of training is fine. Purple belt on a work trip is fine. A competitor cutting weight before an event is fine too, as long as the room knows what you need.
- Travellers who want to keep rolling while visiting Split
- BJJ, No-Gi and grappling students looking for local rounds
- Competitors who want a sharp but friendly training room
- Beginners who want to try training while in town, with advance notice
If you are following competition formats such as AJP Tour or ADCC, you will feel at home with the grappling-first attitude. If you are just trying not to lose timing during a holiday, that is a good reason too.
Where is Mizfits Jiu Jitsu & Grappling Academy in Split?
Mizfits trains at 114. brigade 12, Split. The academy is based in the city, so it is practical for visitors staying in Split, passing through the ferry port area, or spending a few days between islands and mainland Croatia.
The new Mizfits space was built for serious mat time, with a large tatami area and room for grappling sessions, seminars and club training. If you want a better sense of the facility, read more about the Mizfits sports hall in Split.
Bring clean training gear, flip-flops or slides for walking off the mat, water, and a normal training attitude. If you need to borrow something, ask before you arrive. We can sometimes help, but nobody wants to hunt for a spare rashguard five minutes before class.
How do you book a drop-in class at Mizfits?
To book a drop-in BJJ or grappling class at Mizfits, contact Ivo on +385 91 616 0880 before training. Send your name, belt or experience level, preferred training style and the dates you are in Split. If you are coming with a group, say that too.
You can also explore the wider Mizfits site for current club updates, including the English BJJ classes in Split category and the older note that guests are welcome at Mizfits BJJ Academy Split.
Training while travelling is a small thing that can change the whole trip. You get a sweat, a few rounds, maybe a coffee recommendation from someone who actually lives here, and then Split feels different on the walk back.
FAQ: Drop-in BJJ in Split
Do I need to book before coming to Mizfits?
Yes. Please contact the academy before arriving. Drop-ins are welcome, but advance contact helps the coach place you in the right session and confirm the current training time.
Can beginners join a drop-in session?
Beginners can ask about joining, but tell us your experience level clearly before coming. If you have never trained BJJ or grappling before, we may point you toward a beginner-friendly class instead of a harder sparring session.
Should I bring Gi or No-Gi gear?
Bring both if you have room in your bag. If not, message us first and ask what is planned for the day you want to train. Clean rashguard, shorts, gi and belt are the usual safe choices.
Where is the academy located?
Mizfits Jiu Jitsu & Grappling Academy is located at 114. brigade 12, Split. Contact Ivo on +385 91 616 0880 before training so you get the right time and any arrival details.
Keep rolling while visiting Split
If you are visiting Split and want to keep your BJJ or grappling game sharp, come train with Mizfits. Contact Ivo on +385 91 616 0880, check the class option that fits your trip, and step onto the mat with the local crew.
