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Cass County MMA & Jiujitsu

5 ★★★★★ 18 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Belton, Missouri

BJJ gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons New

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  • 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
  • Private lessons private, one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
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  • Website & schedule casscountymmaandjiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule

Hours

Monday 6 AM–8:15 PM
Tuesday 6 AM–8:15 PM
Wednesday 6 AM–7 PM
Thursday 6 AM–7 PM
Friday 6 AM–7 PM
Saturday 8 AM–12 PM
Sunday 1–3 PM

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 Cass County MMA & Jiujitsu, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 4 mentions

“Been wanting to sign my son up for a jiujitsu class & they finally opened one in the Raymore/Belton area .”

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👤 Private Lessons

“In a lot of gyms run by UFC fighters, you don't actually see them much or get one-on-one coaching.”

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🌱 Beginners 3 mentions

“Instructors Kevin and Adam are easygoing and friendly, and make everyone feel welcome, from absolute beginners to expert practitioners.”

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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 Cass County MMA & Jiujitsu — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🏟️ MMA 6 mentions

“He officially retired from fighting last year, and is now dedicated to full-time coaching at his gym, Cass County MMA.”

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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 18 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 6 mentions

“If you want great coaching and a positive environment, I’d definitely recommend giving it a try.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 4 mentions

“Instructors Kevin and Adam are easygoing and friendly, and make everyone feel welcome, from absolute beginners to expert practitioners.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 8 mentions

“Excellent teachers, family-friendly atmosphere, and lots of class times to choose from give you an incredible value for your monthly fee.”

💗 welcoming to women 4 mentions

“Cass County is definitely a gym thats safe for women to train at and thats hard to find in the MMA community!”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 4 mentions

“But I’ve also had a front-row seat to how much hard work, discipline, and passion he’s put into this sport for years.”

From the reviews

After 20 years of fighting, especially in the elite level organizations such as UFC and BKFC, Kevin Croom is still shockingly sharp as can be!! He officially retired from fighting last year, and is now dedicated to full-time coaching at his gym, Cass County MMA.

★★★★★ — Courtney, May 2026

Knowing Kevin Croom most of his career since he was 18, I know he has the work ethic, skills and has trained with the best, Greg Jackson’s, Chris Luttrell, Ray Yee, to the UFC and Bare Knuckles Fighting to be “The Best Coach” who will put his heart and soul into helping dedicated athletes reach their Potential and…

★★★★★ — Lisa, May 2026

Coach Kevin is incredibly patient, meets me at my level, and you can tell has real battle tested experience. He makes BJJ approachable, fun, and you can tell he's passionate about the journey of any martial artist. Respect. Definitely recommend!

★★★★★ — J., May 2026

Been wanting to sign my son up for a jiujitsu class & they finally opened one in the Raymore/Belton area . Instantly the coaches were very friendly & welcoming signed my son up right after his trial class ! He’s been enjoying it since then !

★★★★★ — Jenna, Apr 2026

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New to BJJ? Start at Cass County MMA & Jiujitsu

Cass County MMA & Jiujitsu 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.

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Your first BJJ class at Cass County MMA & Jiujitsu

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. 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 Cass County MMA & Jiujitsu

156 Cedar Tree Sq, Belton, MO64012

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