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Rubicon Jiu Jitsu
4.9 ★★★★★ 60 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Columbus, Georgia
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
- Women's classes dedicated women's BJJ classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- Private lessons private, one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- 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
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- Website & schedule rubiconjiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 706-873-8833
Hours
| Monday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Friday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Sunday | 8 am–8 pm |
The classes they run
“The kids train to compete, and the coaches willingly share their knowledge so that everyone can rise to the highest levels of competition excellence.”
“The kids train to compete, and the coaches willingly share their knowledge so that everyone can rise to the highest levels of competition excellence.”
“As a first timer at 48yo the instructors have been wonderful, very patient and understanding.”
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What members say
“Each class is taught by a Fantastic, Knowledgeable Black Belt.”
“As a first timer at 48yo the instructors have been wonderful, very patient and understanding.”
“Everyone (kids, coaches, parents and anyone who trains here) are very kind, supportive, respectful and helpful.”
“The level of knowledge is demonstrated in their attention to detail of every technique.”
“You will not be disappointed if you or your child are looking at a sport/discipline that will be beneficial in so many ways.”
“The kids train to compete, and the coaches willingly share their knowledge so that everyone can rise to the highest levels of competition excellence.”
From the reviews
I have been training here for almost 5 years, and I love the Professors, coaches, and students at Rubicon Jiu-jitsu in Columbus, Ga. They treat everyone like family. The Professors and coaches bring a high level of skill sets and effective techniques.
My 6-year-old daughter has been training here for one year now and we both absolutely love it. We initially transferred to this gym because of their hands-on teaching style and low prices. We’ve stayed because of the sincerity and authenticity of everyone here.
Gracie Barra Columbus is an excellent jujitsu school. All four of my kids have been going for over a year now and we've had a chance to work with all the instructors. They are patient, thorough and truly care about the kids. Their adult classes are great as well.
My 6 year old son just finished his free lessons, and before we left we made sure to sign him up. All of the coaches are so friendly and welcoming. The other students are super respectful and make sure that they let the newer kids learn. Just a great atmosphere all around.
New to BJJ? Start at Rubicon Jiu Jitsu
Rubicon Jiu Jitsu comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. 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 Rubicon 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.
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