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Indiana Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy
4.9 ★★★★★ 129 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Greenwood, Indiana
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
- 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
- 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule ibjja.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 317-961-6565
Hours
| Monday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 12–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 12–9 pm |
| Friday | 10 am–12 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | 10 am–12 pm |
The classes they run
“I could not ask for a better BJJ school for my son to grow up in -- and the fact he gets to learn at the same school as his father is icing on the cake.”
“Whether you are just looking for a new hobby or you are a serious competitor you’ll find what you’re looking for at IBJJA.”
“Coach Clingerman teaches with patience and precision, breaking down techniques in a way that makes them accessible whether you’re brand new or highly experienced.”
Other martial arts here
“I've been learning bjj, kickboxing, and mma from James and his friends/ coaches since my 30 day trial in 2007.”
“I've been learning bjj, kickboxing, and mma from James and his friends/ coaches since my 30 day trial in 2007.”
“Coach Lionel’s judo expertise is unmatched, but it’s his patience that makes him extraordinary.”
What members say
“Great instructors, really making sure you are understanding what is going on, offering great assistance and making the students very comfortable.”
“They start you off with a great intro lesson before your first class that made me extremely comfortable going forward, and then my first class was no different.”
“The entire staff is extremely family oriented, I really wish I didn't get so busy with work because I really enjoyed my time at the academy.”
“Coach Clingerman teaches with patience and precision, breaking down techniques in a way that makes them accessible whether you’re brand new or highly experienced.”
“Whether you are just looking for a new hobby or you are a serious competitor you’ll find what you’re looking for at IBJJA.”
“I went to 3 other Indianapolis academies prior to starting full time with IBJJA and hands down this is the cleanest gym, awesome coaches and has the most diverse classes available.”
From the reviews
IBJJA is an amazing academy to train at. I have been training there for almost two years now and though I have visited closer gyms, this one feels like home. I love the welcoming feeling every time I enter those doors. Everyone there (coaches and students), are all interested in helping you improve your jiu jitsu.
This is an excellent gym. All of the coaches are very skilled and knowledgeable. Whether it’s kids classes or adult classes the first priority is always safety of the students. James and the rest of the coaches have fostered a culture in the gym that makes everybody very inviting and excited to teach you new things.
I've been learning bjj, kickboxing, and mma from James and his friends/ coaches since my 30 day trial in 2007. It's the best instruction and attention to detail you can get for your money from coast to coast. He's done it all and has the video, medals/trophies, and stories to prove it!
Our family knew we wanted to be a part of IBJJA before we even stepped foot in the school. We did an extensive amount of research as we were looking for a very specific school. Honestly, we were looking for the best in Indy.
New to BJJ? Start at Indiana Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy
Indiana Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy 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 Indiana 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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