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American Colleges Of Kombido

5 ★★★★★ 13 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Council Bluffs, Iowa

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  • Phone (712) 256-4921

Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday 6–9 PM
Wednesday Closed
Thursday 6–9 PM
Friday Closed
Saturday 10 AM–2 PM
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, seminars, and open-gym times — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

BJJ classes on the schedule at American Colleges Of Kombido, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 2 mentions

“I cannot praise how well the school is ran for not only adults, but for kids as well.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“Master Shawn truly cares more about teaching the students self defense and respect than making a profit.”

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Other martial arts here

BJJ gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at American Colleges Of Kombido — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want MMA, muay thai, or wrestling alongside your BJJ, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 13 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 2 mentions

“Master Shawn does such an amazing job with kids, showing an immense patience for them and also helping to instill values, self esteem, and fitness into them.”

From the reviews

Have spent many enjoyable years at this dojo. Throughout my time I have made many friends and many great memories. I earned my black belt training under Master Shawn and then started to take my oldest daughter for classes when she was old enough.

★★★★★ — Aaron, May 2020

This dojo has brightened my life so much! You learn so many styles of martial arts, and its so affordable! Master Shawn truly cares more about teaching the students self defense and respect than making a profit. It's one of the main reasons why I joined. And you don't just join a dojo, you join a family.

★★★★★ — Allison, Aug 2019

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Your first BJJ class at American Colleges Of Kombido

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.

BJJ is a contact sport. Ease in, tap early and often, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find American Colleges Of Kombido

607 15th Ave #1, Council Bluffs, IA51501

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