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Black Lotus Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy
5 ★★★★★ 16 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Fairview Park, 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
- 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
- Open mat open-mat rolling sessions for members to practice live — always optional and at your own pace
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule blacklotusbjja.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 440-773-3629
Hours
| Monday | 6:30–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 5:30–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 5:30–8:30 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 10 am–1:30 pm |
| Sunday | 10 am–12 pm |
The classes they run
“I train here with both of my sons, and we’ve all felt supported every step of the way.”
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What members say
“Four black belt instructors, plus a couple other higher belts, so you're never too far from help.”
“From the moment I stepped on the mats, I felt welcomed and at home.”
“The other athletes are just as dedicated and supportive, making it a place where iron truly sharpens iron.”
“The coach and students were all very welcoming, and the instruction was clear and well-balanced with a mix of ground and stand-up techniques.”
“The gym is clean, welcoming, and has a strong sense of community.”
From the reviews
Been to a couple different places in the area and this is where I will continue to choose to train. Owners aren't money hungry and care about their students and their progression. Facility is hospital clean. Great mixture of day and evening classes to fit our ever changing schedule.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Black Lotus BJJ is everything you want in a training environment and more. From the moment I stepped on the mats, I felt welcomed and at home. The atmosphere is positive, focused, and driven — everyone shows up ready to work hard and improve together.
I was in town visiting family and reached out about dropping in for a class. I attended a beginner Gi class and had a great experience. The coach and students were all very welcoming, and the instruction was clear and well-balanced with a mix of ground and stand-up techniques.
Absolutely amazing facility. Wonderful teachers who take the time to explain and show you techniques until you are comfortable and understand. As a female in a male dominated sport I have never felt more comfortable in a class. I've never been this excited to go to another class.
Your first BJJ class at Black Lotus Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy
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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