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Rio Pro BrazilianJiu Jitsu
4.8 ★★★★★ 54 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Beachwood, Ohio
Plan your first class
- Beginner-friendly all fitness levels welcome, including total beginners — no experience needed, and you get in shape by training, not before
- Kids & teen classes kids and teen kickboxing classes — built around confidence, focus, and fun
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves in the ring — amateur kickboxing, muay thai, or K-1
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule rioprobjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (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!”
“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.”
“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.”
Other martial arts here
“If you’re looking for a jiu jitsu school where the instructor cares about you and emphasizes that his students care about each other than go to RioPro Beachwood.”
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.”
“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.”
“When I first started at Rio Pro, I was excited to try something new and out of my comfort zone.”
“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 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!
I started at Rio Pro in Professor Ante’s class a few months ago and have had the best time! As someone with 0 background in any kind of martial arts, I wasn’t sure at first if I would get into it as much as I have.
Whether you are looking to become a high level competitor, learn more about self defense, or you’re just looking for a hobby to be more physically active, there is a place for everybody here at RioPro.
New to kickboxing? 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 thrown a punch or a kick, that's exactly who a good beginners class is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or coordinated to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale every drill to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable gyms build the basics (stance, footwork, and punches and kicks on pads and bags) first, and any contact eases in gradually under a coach's control. Third, all fitness 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. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first kickboxing class at Rio Pro BrazilianJiu Jitsu
Nervous about walking into a kickboxing 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 the basics — stance, footwork, and punches and kicks on pads or a heavy bag — not hard sparring. Go at your own pace and rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: comfortable athletic clothes you can move and sweat in, and supportive trainers. What to bring: water, and hand wraps and gloves if you have them — many gyms lend loaner gloves for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gloves and wraps (and shin guards once you start sparring). Sparring is optional and eases in gradually, once your basics 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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