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kano jiujitsu
5 ★★★★★ 26 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Medina, 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
- No-gi no-gi grappling classes — training in a rashguard and shorts, with faster scrambles and a natural bridge to MMA
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule kanocle.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 870-897-6641
Hours
| Monday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 7 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 7 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 9 am–8 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–2 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Amazing atmosphere for learning and David's a top tier instructor and coach in No-gi Bjj.”
“He is a current high level competitor, who knows how to convey the techniques of jiu jitsu to beginners as well as advanced practitioners.”
“He is a current high level competitor, who knows how to convey the techniques of jiu jitsu to beginners as well as advanced practitioners.”
Other martial arts here
“Coach Dave is the best grappling coach I've had, wrestling or jiu jitsu.”
What members say
“Professor David is top quality! Great instruction and he competes against some of the top guys in the world so he is always aware of the newest and greatest techniques.”
“Very supportive and welcoming group ranging from dedicated competitors to hobbyists - whether you’re just looking to get in shape or be fight ready the gym has a lot to offer.”
“Very supportive and welcoming group ranging from dedicated competitors to hobbyists - whether you’re just looking to get in shape or be fight ready the gym has a lot to offer.”
“He is a current high level competitor, who knows how to convey the techniques of jiu jitsu to beginners as well as advanced practitioners.”
“He is a current high level competitor, who knows how to convey the techniques of jiu jitsu to beginners as well as advanced practitioners.”
From the reviews
When it comes to Jiu jitsu in northeast Ohio - specifically Brunswick, Hinckley, strongsville area. This is by far the best instruction and training you can get. Professor David creates a friendly environment and is extremely knowledgeable. Professor David is also a high level competitor himself.
Coach David was very polite and instructive throughout the class, definitely would recommend if you’ve done jiu jitsu before or if you wanna try it out
Dave is an excellent instructor. He offers a good variation of times for classes of all skill sets!
Amazing atmosphere for learning and David's a top tier instructor and coach in No-gi Bjj.
New to BJJ? Start at kano jiujitsu
kano 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.
Your first BJJ class at kano 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 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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