BJJ Gyms in Ohio, United States

Connect Jiu-Jitsu

Connect BJJ is a partnership of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu enthusiasts dedicated to spreading their passion for the gentle art to the South Gate, California community. Under the leadership of Professor Gustavo Carpio Caceres, the academy has built a reputation for excellence in BJJ instruction and a welcoming, team-oriented atmosphere. The gym strongly believes in the healthy benefits that training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu has to offer, including weight loss, gaining self-confidence, developing self-discipline, and creating an overall positive lifestyle change. Connect BJJ is committed to providing a safe, clean, and friendly fitness environment for students to learn and train Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. The highly trained, bilingual instructors pay attention to detail, ensuring that students reap the maximum benefits from their classes. The academy offers programs for all ages and skill levels, including Kids BJJ, Women's BJJ, Adult BJJ, and Self-Defense classes. Whether students are looking for better fitness, self-defense skills, or competitive sport training, Connect BJJ provides comprehensive instruction tailored to individual goals. Professor Gustavo Carpio brings extensive experience in both BJJ and Judo, with over 16 years of martial arts training. Students consistently praise the academy's welcoming atmosphere and the quality of instruction, noting the gym's family-like environment and the dedication of both Professor Carpio and Coach Becker Perez. The academy has produced numerous tournament competitors and champions, demonstrating the effectiveness of their training methodology and commitment to student success.

Daimyo Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Daimyo Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is one of the top Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academies in Arizona, proudly affiliated with Paragon BJJ. Founded and led by black belt head instructors Manuel Flores and Brenda Soto, the academy has built a reputation for producing world-class competitors while maintaining a welcoming, family-oriented environment. Daimyo offers comprehensive training in both gi and no-gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, as well as kickboxing and a specialized women's BJJ program. The academy serves students of all ages and skill levels, from young children (ages 4+) to adults, with programs designed for everyone from beginners to elite competitors. The curriculum spans fundamental techniques, modern sport Jiu-Jitsu, practical self-defense, and competition-focused training. Daimyo has produced multiple IBJJF #1-ranked students and world champions across all belt levels. Both Manuel Flores and Brenda Soto earned their black belts under Ricardo "Franjinha" Miller of Paragon Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Brenda Soto is a Pan American Champion who has won both her division and the absolute at the IBJJF Pan Ams as both a brown belt and a black belt. The academy emphasizes accessibility and lifelong practice, with a philosophy that "Jiujitsu is for everybody." Students train in a professional facility surrounded by a supportive community dedicated to personal growth both on and off the mats.

Nova União Ohio

## Welcome to Team Kriebel Ohio Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy in Green, Ohio. At TKO BJJ we specialize in training kids and adults. We believe that Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu should be for everyone, whether your goal is self-defense, fitness, competition, or to have fun learning a new martial art. We have the program for you! ## Unlike other Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academies, at TKO we monitor your progress and provide constant feedback. You will always know where you are in your progression through the ranks and what you need to accomplish in order to advance to the next belt level. Our academy is designed to provide individualized instruction in a group setting to maximize your learning experience.

New England United BJJ

Welcome to Dedeco Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, a large family-oriented community united through martial arts in Weymouth and Pembroke, Massachusetts. Our goal is to help people improve their lives through BJJ. Whether you want to build lifelong friendships, exercise more, or become a champion competitor, we will lift you towards success. Entering a brand new school or a brand new sport can be intimidating, but not here. Join Dedeco Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to fight as a family.

Giulio Timoteo Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Welcome to GT Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Lauderhill, Florida! When you join us, you’re not just joining another martial arts school — you’re joining a supportive, family-run academy with a unique, modern approach. As a family-owned and operated hybrid facility, our unique approach incorporates Physical Therapy and our trademarked Physiotraining into the martial arts program. This ensures children’s and students’ safety with fast mental, cognitive and physical development. Students can build toughness and social skills by taking a break from technology and working on problem solving situations. Whether you’re looking for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes, self-defense techniques, competition training, or improving your physical fitness, it is here for you at GT Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu! We offer a welcoming, family-style environment paired with top-tier training at GT Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Our Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes and our other programs are kept fun, while maintaining discipline and focus. We keep our training detail-oriented for students, with a heavy emphasis on the basics. As a hybrid facility, our training is kept up-to-date as we continuously adapt in technique. We combine old and new school while also incorporating Physiotraining into everything we do. Students are provided individualized training, with personalized 1-on-1 focus that carries into all our programs. All of our programs are taught by a diverse group of experts. This includes owner Giulio Timoteo, who was a student at the renowned Carlson Gracie Club – under Marcelo Alonzo, Marcelo Saporito, and Ronaldo Santos, earned his black belt under De La Riva in October 2007, and took mentorship under Fabio Novaes when he moved to Florida. Our expertise, led by Giulio and our family culture has made our academy a special place to be!