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Ares Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Omaha
5 ★★★★★ 96 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Omaha, Nebraska
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
- No-gi no-gi grappling classes — training in a rashguard and shorts, with faster scrambles and a natural bridge to MMA
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule nebraskabjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 402-319-5661
Hours
| Monday | 6–7 am, 5–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 6–7 am, 5–8 pm |
| Thursday | 6–7 am, 5–8 pm |
| Friday | 5–6 pm |
| Saturday | 10–11 am, 5–6:30 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My son wanted to try it out and he's learned a ton in the short time he's been there.”
“I was in town for a big JUCO National wrestling tournament and needed a place to get some training in, and this academy couldn’t have been more welcoming.”
“I would recommend Ares BJJ Omaha to anyone in the area that is looking to train regardless of if you are a beginner or a seasoned practitioner.”
Other martial arts here
“I've attended 3 seminars and several classes including the judo class ran by one of my first coaches Judo Black Belt Nick.”
“I was in town for a big JUCO National wrestling tournament and needed a place to get some training in, and this academy couldn’t have been more welcoming.”
What members say
“Professor Flavio and his wife are amazing motivators and their talent supersedes any I’ve ever seen.”
“I was in town for a big JUCO National wrestling tournament and needed a place to get some training in, and this academy couldn’t have been more welcoming.”
“I was in town for a big JUCO National wrestling tournament and needed a place to get some training in, and this academy couldn’t have been more welcoming.”
“The team is great with kids and walks through everything so the kids understand what is being asked.”
“The crew was super welcoming and friendly, facilities were clean and obviously well taken care of and the vibe was very family friendly.”
From the reviews
Came here for the first time in April of 2017 for a seminar with 7 time world champion Paul Nava who was their head professor. From the minute I walked in Ernesto the owner and Nolan one of the main instructors welcomed me and was always welcomed there.
No doubt one of the best gyms I’ve been to. The people are genuine, kind, and truly care about getting you involved in this awesome sport. No matter your experience, Ares BJJ has something for you. If you’re nervous or anxious to get into any kind of martial art, Ares is the place to start!
I started my jujitsu journey back in 2018 and was never consistent up through covid in 2020. Coach Ernesto always kept in touch and even though I’m older than him, he took the time to check in on me and let me know he was there, for life things not just jujitsu.
Couldn't ask for anything better! My son wanted to try it out and he's learned a ton in the short time he's been there. The team is great with kids and walks through everything so the kids understand what is being asked. To top it off they are all very friendly!
New to BJJ? Start at Ares Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Omaha
Ares Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Omaha 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 Ares Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Omaha
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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