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4Point Base BJJ
5 ★★★★★ 20 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Ostrander, Ohio
Affiliated academy — reviews and the gym's own info point to a recognized BJJ lineage or affiliation (think Gracie Barra, 10th Planet, Renzo Gracie, Alliance, Atos or Checkmat). If lineage matters to you, ask which affiliation the academy belongs to and under whom the head instructor earned their black belt.
Plan your first class
- Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule 4pointbase.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (740) 417-7292
Hours
| Monday | 6–7:15 AM, 5:30–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 6:30–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 6–7:15 AM, 5:30–8 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30–8 PM |
| Friday | 6–7:15 AM |
| Saturday | 8:30–10 AM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Better yet, he is kind, entertaining, fantastic with kids of ALL ages, honorable and is a true TEACHER.”
“Mike has created an environment for learning Brazilian Jiu Jitsu that welcomes and challenges all levels of experience.”
What members say
“I'm 51 and have parkinsons disease just started in October (I think)Coach Mike is welcoming to the great group of people and everyone has helped and give pointers.”
“I'm 51 and have parkinsons disease just started in October (I think)Coach Mike is welcoming to the great group of people and everyone has helped and give pointers.”
“I'm 51 and have parkinsons disease just started in October (I think)Coach Mike is welcoming to the great group of people and everyone has helped and give pointers.”
“Great instructor and awesome at making adjustments to techniques to make it work for a wide array of people.”
“We started one of our kids at 4Point Base and within a month had 5 of our kids attending every day. Mike simply loves to teach and it shows.”
“If you wish to learn authentic traditional Brazilian Ju Jit Su, from the ground up and from a lineage that is the central bedrock to this amazing art.”
From the reviews
Mike is simply one of the best humans you will come in contact with. I have worked with him for years and thrilled that he has pursued his dream of opening a school. He works with me (41), my 16 year old son and 9 year old daughter. He caters to each individuals’ skill set and age.
I highly recommend 4Point Base. I currently have my 12 yr old son and 10 yr old daughter enrolled at 4Point Base. I am especially pleased with confidence my daughter is exuding after just a few months of training!
My family knows Coach Mike on both a personal and professional level. His knowledge and professionalism is outstanding. Better yet, he is kind, entertaining, fantastic with kids of ALL ages, honorable and is a true TEACHER. We appreciate Coach Mike and his entire family.
Been training with Mike for 5 years now. Great focus on the basics and technique to really hone in your personal game! Also, the kids class is amazing to see your kids be apart of. My daughter is gaining confidence in herself and ability after every session!
New to BJJ? Start at 4Point Base BJJ
4Point Base BJJ comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. If you've never rolled or set foot on a mat, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard rolling — reputable gyms build fundamentals (positions, escapes, and basic submissions) for weeks, live rolling eases in gradually, and tapping early keeps every roll safe. Third, all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out, and leave your ego at the door. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first BJJ class at 4Point Base BJJ
Nervous about walking into a BJJ gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling basic positions and escapes with a partner — not hard sparring. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: athletic wear you can move in (or a gi if you have one); you'll train barefoot on the mats. What to bring: water and a mouthguard if you have one — many gyms lend a loaner gi for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gi (or a rashguard and shorts for no-gi) and a mouthguard. Live rolling eases in gradually, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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