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Mat Lab Brazilian JiuJitsu
5 ★★★★★ 36 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Gahanna, 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
- 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
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule matlabbjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (614) 626-8322
Hours
| Monday | 11:30 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 6:30–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–10 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 5–10 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–3 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I learned so much in my two classes there that I couldn't wait to get home to tell my son, who I started my Jiu Jitsu journey with about 2 years ago, all about it.”
“As a woman, joining any fighting gym can be intimidating but, everyone and everything about this school is welcoming and safe.”
“Perfect program for teens especially- teaching respect, restraint, and self defense.”
“He has gained a tremendous amount of confidence, grown in his skill and even won medals competing in competitions!”
“The people of Columbus should really take advantage of this unique and top grade self-defense resource.”
Other martial arts here
“The vision is progressive, the intent is serious and calculated, and Travis is an incredible maestro of jiu jitsu, judo, and sambo that we all should be grateful to have access to.”
“Every wrestling tournament my daughter has had, a member of Mat Lab has showed up to cheer her on.”
What members say
“Professor Travis Haynes, is amazing and takes the time to break down every position and technique making everyone feel welcome.”
“I signed up my son (10), daughter (16) and myself for jiu jitsu for the first time at Mat Lab Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in January 2025 as a Christmas gift.”
“Couple months in now and im addicted, great training, great group, and an extremely welcoming environment for my son and myself!”
“The techniques taught are very detailed and effective and I highly recommend anyone looking to begin training Jiujitsu to come to the Carlson Gracie Team over at Mat Lab!”
“My son and daughter both have more discipline and challenges themselves in other parts of their life.”
“He has gained a tremendous amount of confidence, grown in his skill and even won medals competing in competitions!”
From the reviews
Joining Matlab is one of the best decision I ever made. As a woman, joining any fighting gym can be intimidating but, everyone and everything about this school is welcoming and safe. Professor Travis Haynes, is amazing and takes the time to break down every position and technique making everyone feel welcome.
The best martial arts gym and program in Ohio. Both my daughter and husband take classes here and I am amazed at their progress. Perfect program for teens especially- teaching respect, restraint, and self defense. The gym is also very clean and well maintained.
I signed up my son (10), daughter (16) and myself for jiu jitsu for the first time at Mat Lab Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in January 2025 as a Christmas gift. My family and I have leveled so much during this year. We all started competing in local competition each month since June.
I order Get your son or daughter in Brazilian jujitsu dont take them out till they get there black belt its a dangerous world we live in its great health for you anyways
Your first BJJ class at Mat Lab Brazilian 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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