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7 Virtues Jiu-Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 38 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Norwalk, Ohio
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 (ages 5–16) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- No-gi no-gi grappling classes — training in a rashguard and shorts, with faster scrambles and a natural bridge to MMA
- Open mat open-mat rolling sessions for members to practice live — always optional and at your own pace
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule 7virtuesjiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (419) 706-3179
Hours
| Monday | 6:30–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 6–7 AM, 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6–7 AM, 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Awesome professor, awesome coaches, welcoming environment for all ages, clean and safe facility, and a awesome place to better yourself/ your kids.”
“He has kids classes for gi and no gi as well as adult classes for Gi, No Gi and kickboxing.”
“He has kids classes for gi and no gi as well as adult classes for Gi, No Gi and kickboxing.”
“Professor John is a very legit coach , teacher and competitor.”
“I’m from out of town, and I dropped into an open mat today.”
“10/10 would recommend to anyone wanting to get into better shape, learn self defense, and/or make some new friends.”
“The class schedule is diverse, offering options for practitioners of all levels and accommodating various lifestyles.”
Other martial arts here
“He has kids classes for gi and no gi as well as adult classes for Gi, No Gi and kickboxing.”
What members say
“The school was very clean and the instructor was friendly and knowledgeable with an emphasis on safety.”
“Awesome professor, awesome coaches, welcoming environment for all ages, clean and safe facility, and a awesome place to better yourself/ your kids.”
“The environment is incredibly supportive, and there are multiple instructors at each session to make sure every child gets individual attention when needed.”
“The lessons are presented in a way that kids can understand and there are multiple instructors in the class to assist as they practice new techniques.”
“My son started a few weeks ago and absolutely loves going!”
“Awesome professor, awesome coaches, welcoming environment for all ages, clean and safe facility, and a awesome place to better yourself/ your kids.”
From the reviews
The kids classes here are great! The environment is welcoming to all levels from beginner to advanced. John keeps the kids engaged and makes learning fun. The lessons are presented in a way that kids can understand and there are multiple instructors in the class to assist as they practice new techniques.
Great coach who pays attention to everyone to make sure we pick up what's going on. If someone isn't understanding something, John goes out of his way to try to find another way to explain it. Top notch instruction and a top notch gym. Never a shortage of people to roll with.
Title: Outstanding Jiu Jitsu Experience with Instructor John! Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5) Review: I have been a part of this incredible jiu jitsu community since March, and I can confidently say that my experience has been nothing short of exceptional.
I have nothing but amazing things to say about 7 Virtues Jiu Jitsu! My son typically doesn’t engage in sports or activities, and we had tried free classes at a couple of other places with no success. But from the very first class here, something clicked. He’s excited to go every single time and participates fully!
New to BJJ? Start at 7 Virtues Jiu-Jitsu
7 Virtues Jiu-Jitsu comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. 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 7 Virtues Jiu-Jitsu
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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