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Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Zanesville
5 ★★★★★ 50 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Zanesville, 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
- 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 (ages 3–13) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Women's classes dedicated women's BJJ classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- 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
- No-gi no-gi grappling classes — training in a rashguard and shorts, with faster scrambles and a natural bridge to MMA
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule graciejiujitsuzanesville.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 740-607-9293
Hours
| Monday | 4:30–8:45 pm |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 10–11:30 am, 5–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 9–10:30 am |
| Friday | 7–11:30 am |
| Saturday | 9 am–12:30 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“He does a great job working with even the youngest kids, keeping them engaged and teaching them principles to build their character both inside and outside of class.”
“The classes here are small with good one-on-one instruction.”
“I love learning this sport as an adult and enjoy watching my 4 year old granddaughter gain knowledge of self-defense and confidence while having fun.”
“I recently started attending this jiu-jitsu class, and as someone trying jiu-jitsu for the very first time, I couldn’t have asked for a better experience.”
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What members say
“The instructor is knowledgeable but also incredibly patient and great with kids.”
“I recently started attending this jiu-jitsu class, and as someone trying jiu-jitsu for the very first time, I couldn’t have asked for a better experience.”
“At our very first class we were super late and came in mid class but the parents were so welcoming and the kids let my son join right in.”
“It is a great way for her to be active with other kids her age, while learning self defense techniques.”
“The instructor is knowledgeable but also incredibly patient and great with kids.”
“Signed both of my grandsons up for the Gracie Jiu-Jitsu classes on Monday.”
From the reviews
Our 12-year-old son has had such a great experience here. From the start, it just felt like a good fit. The facility is new, super clean, and really well kept. There’s plenty of seating (and Wi-Fi!), which makes it easy to hang out and watch class. The 10-day trial was perfect for us.
This is the 2nd jiu-jitsu place (3rd martial arts) me and my husband have tried for our daughter. As soon as we walked in the door we knew this was the place for our kids. Phil is amazing with the kids and just a really nice guy.
After only a handful of session, my 9 year old is begging to know when we are going back! She absolutely loves this new experience and Phil is such an amazing instructor.
I recently started attending this jiu-jitsu class, and as someone trying jiu-jitsu for the very first time, I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. The facility is extremely clean, the instruction is professional, and the atmosphere is welcoming.
New to BJJ? Start at Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Zanesville
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Zanesville comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. 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 Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Zanesville
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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