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Midwest Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

5 ★★★★★ 13 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Harlan, Iowa

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Hours

Monday 6–8:15 pm
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 6:30–8 pm
Thursday Closed
Friday Closed
Saturday 9–11:15 am
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, seminars, and open-gym times — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

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

🛡️ Self-Defense

“After just one class I quickly realized my lack of experience in the area of self defense.”

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What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 13 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 3 mentions

“He's an amazing instructor and martial artist and even greater person”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 4 mentions

“Dropped in to this gym for a class and was very impressed by the welcoming environment that Austin and his students create.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 6 mentions

“Dropped in to this gym for a class and was very impressed by the welcoming environment that Austin and his students create.”

From the reviews

Austin is a fantastic teacher. He is incredibly knowledgeable,as well as passionate, about BJJ. Classes are fun, but informative, and everyone gets a good workout. His facility is clean and welcoming. Whether you're looking for kids or adult class, I would highly recommend.

★★★★★ — Abbie, May 2024

Eye opening. After just one class I quickly realized my lack of experience in the area of self defense. Laid back atmosphere, good group of guys, experienced instructors who are respectful teachers. Would definitely recommend.

★★★★★ — Jeremiah, Sep 2022

The instructor loves bjj and its constantly studying and perfecting what he knows. His care for his students is everything you would want in an instructor.

★★★★★ — Shay, Sep 2022

Instructor is great. Awesome place to come and learn BJJ. Can’t say enough good things

★★★★★ — Chad, Sep 2022

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Your first BJJ class at Midwest Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

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 Midwest Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

915 7th St Ste 101, Harlan, IA51537

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