Our self-defense classes can provide anyone and every one with the skills necessary to keep themselves and those around them safe! Kids classes will provide your child with the discipline and structure they need to gain both confidence and skill. And they'll love every second of it! Adults classes are for anyone who wants to get involved in jiu-jitsu!
Whether you want to pick up a new hobby, get in better shape, or compete, this class is perfect for you! If you would like to ask us a quick question, please fill out the information below and click "Send Message". We will get back to you shortly. Be sure to check out the FAQ page first, as your question may already be answered.
Whether you want to pick up a new hobby, get in better shape, or compete, this class is perfect for you! If you would like to ask us a quick question, please fill out the information below and click "Send Message". We will get back to you shortly. Be sure to check out the FAQ page first, as your question may already be answered.
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9 out of 10 times, fights end up on the ground -- that is where Brazilian Jiu Jitsu excels. Traditional Martial Arts, like Karate and Tae Kwon Do, are amazing styles that offer practitioners valuable skills, but Brazilian Jiu Jitsu can literally save your life. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu originated in Brazil by Carlos and Helio Gracie.
Tony Rinaldi has been teaching martial arts in the Youngstown area for many years, at several different locations. In 2005, Tony decided to open up his own school, teaming up with Brian Mlinarsik. The entrepreneurs formed The Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Self Defense Academy, Inc. We opened for business in September of 2005, and we have been going strong ever since.
Ohio Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Self-Defense Academy is an affiliate school of Master Pedro Sauer. Master Pedro Sauer will visit our school frequently to meet the new students, put on seminars, and conduct belt promotions. Professor Pedro Sauer was born and raised in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, where from an early age, he began training in the martial arts.
Reviews (7)
Dominic McLaughlin
Dec 18, 2020
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Jacob Rae
Jul 21, 2020
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Brennen Sanders
Jul 19, 2020
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Value
If you want to be able to defend yourself or just want to learn Jiu-Jitsu, this is the best gym I've ever attended. The quality of technique and the way the subject matter is delivered is top notch. There are many different instructors, each with their own areas of expertise. Highly recommend you check it out.
If you want to be able to defend yourself or just want to learn Jiu-Jitsu, this is the best gym I've ever attended. The quality of technique and the way the subject matter is delivered is top notch. There are many different instructors, each with their own areas of expertise. Highly recommend you check it out.
Matthew Campbell
Jan 31, 2020
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I'm a 3 month white belt. Here's my take:
Ohio BJJ & Self Defense Academy is an amazing place to learn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Judo, wrestling, boxing and MMA. It is a Pedro Sauer affiliate, with several of the instructors students of Master Sauer himself.
Under the leadership of Tony Rinaldi, students are taught extremely technical, fundamental concepts of BJJ, with a focus on technique. There are 9 other black belt instructors who either teach or assist with classes, so everyone gets careful instruction and attention to ensure that lessons, drills and rolling (sparring) is done properly and safely
Ohio BJJ & Self Defense Academy is an amazing place to learn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Judo, wrestling, boxing and MMA. It is a Pedro Sauer affiliate, with several of the instructors students of Master Sauer himself.
Under the leadership of Tony Rinaldi, students are taught extremely technical, fundamental concepts of BJJ, with a focus on technique. There are 9 other black belt instructors who either teach or assist with classes, so everyone gets careful instruction and attention to ensure that lessons, drills and rolling (sparring) is done properly and safely
Doderm
Nov 25, 2019
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Ray Berardi
Oct 23, 2019
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Matthew Campbell Tony Rinaldi Black Belt
Sep 11, 2019
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I’ve been training Jiu Jitsu for nearly 12 years, I would’ve never been able to learn this art at any other school. The coaches and instructors at this place are unique and some of the best teachers at anything that I’ve ever met. This place about a one of a kind atmosphere that even the likes of Pedro Sauer loves visiting our school. When you’re here you’re part of the family
