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Rio Pro BrazilianJiu Jitsu
4.8 ★★★★★ 54 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Beachwood, Ohio
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 — 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 rioprobjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 216-765-4444
Hours
| Monday | 4–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 4–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 4–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 4–8:30 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 8:30 am–12:30 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Also kids program is awesome with friendly and great instructors!”
“Everyone on the matt is friendly and have all types of people who want to train from competitors who travel and compete at IBJJF to people just looking to find a new hobby.”
“It’s easy to see that Ante truly loves what he does, because he is an amazing teacher, and treats students of all levels like family.”
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What members say
“Ante is an incredible instructor who is knowledgeable, patient and passionate about helping everyone improve.”
“I've heard stories about other gym cultures being toxic and unfriendly; however, my first day on the mats at Rio Pro felt like I had been training here forever.”
“Everyone on the matt is friendly and have all types of people who want to train from competitors who travel and compete at IBJJF to people just looking to find a new hobby.”
“Always there to listen and help you understand any technique so you can adequately defend yourself in competition or in the world if necessary.”
“The classes have helped with my sons confidence and he looks forward to every class.”
“Everyone on the matt is friendly and have all types of people who want to train from competitors who travel and compete at IBJJF to people just looking to find a new hobby.”
From the reviews
I’ve been training at Rio Pro Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for nine years, and it’s been an amazing experience. Professor Ante is one of the greatest coaches and mentors I could ask for. The school has a wonderful, family-oriented atmosphere that makes everyone feel welcome and supported.
I feel like I was destined to train here. I've been training under Professor Ante at Rio Pro for 4 years now, and I couldn't imagine training anywhere else. I've heard stories about other gym cultures being toxic and unfriendly; however, my first day on the mats at Rio Pro felt like I had been training here forever.
As I reflect on my two year anniversary at Rio Pro this week, I am excited to see what else I can accomplish under the guidance of Professor Ante. He has created a fun environment to learn and grow in during this journey. He leads from the front!
Rio Pro is an excellent school if you’re interested in learning this fine art. It’s refreshing to see folks of all ages train and get better everyday. The most impressive aspect of the school is the culture. Everyone is kind, compassionate and readily available to help. This is leadership at its best!
New to BJJ? Start at Rio Pro BrazilianJiu Jitsu
Rio Pro BrazilianJiu Jitsu 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 Rio Pro BrazilianJiu 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.
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