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Findlay Jiu-Jitsu Academy

5 ★★★★★ 19 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Findlay, Ohio

BJJ gym Affiliated Kids & teens Competition team

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
  • 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
  • Website & schedule findlayjiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (419) 889-7700

The classes they run

BJJ classes on the schedule at Findlay Jiu-Jitsu Academy, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 2 mentions

“This organization is so well run and Tyler is an amazing coach for these young kids.”

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🏆 Competition Team

“My seven-year-old just competed in his first grappling tournament.”

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What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 19 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 2 mentions

“Tyler Beckley is an excellent instructor; he is always honing own skill to add more value to his academy.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 3 mentions

“The culture him and Amy created encourages personal growth, healthy competition, and a family atmosphere.”

active competition team 4 mentions

“The culture him and Amy created encourages personal growth, healthy competition, and a family atmosphere.”

From the reviews

Super friendly, went for a drop in class when visiting from out of town for work.

★★★★★ — Max, Mar 2022

My seven-year-old just competed in his first grappling tournament. This organization is so well run and Tyler is an amazing coach for these young kids. I look forward to my son’s future development in the sport and the discipline it brings him.

★★★★★ — Jeremy, Nov 2025

Been visiting Findlay Jiu Jitsu for years and every visit I learn something that helps my game.... Most importantly a great environment to learn and stay safe! Tyler Beckley and his staff do an amazing job....

★★★★★ — Todd, Jan 2025

Tyler Beckley is an excellent instructor; he is always honing own skill to add more value to his academy. The culture him and Amy created encourages personal growth, healthy competition, and a family atmosphere. To his students and athletes, his academy feels like “our academy”.

★★★★★ — Timmy, May 2026

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Your first BJJ class at Findlay 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.

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 Findlay Jiu-Jitsu Academy

2461 S Main St, Findlay, OH45840

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