Ohio Brasa/Deon Thompson Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

Great gym to be a part of!! The women have really grown from when I first started. It is nice being able to come to the gym and have other women to train with. Everyone is nice and we’re like a family! I have met some of my closest friends training here. I like that self-defense is a part of the curriculum because as a woman, it is very important to have those skills. Coach Deon and his upper belts are very knowledgeable and more than happy to help whenever questions arise. Definitely worth checking out!

Gold standard/Top notch BJJ and coaching. More than just a gym, it’s the culture that’s built here that makes you want to stay. Everyone pushes each other to get better everyday and is welcoming. It’s a second family.

I stopped by for a drop in while on a business trip and Professor Thompson and his team were fantastic. The class was welcoming and I enjoyed learning and rolling with Professor Thompson’s students!

I've known Coach Deon for over 4 years and have competed at his tournaments every year. He's got a great group of guys and girls. No other team around is doing what brasa is doing. The love and drive they provide is unmatched. Love stopping in for promotions, seminars, etc.

Ohio Brasa provides a safe learning environment for beginners searching for physical fitness, personal defense, and entry-level jiu jitsu to competitors searching for a room of top-level grapplers and instructors. Exceptional athletes with no politics: Professor Thompson is a jiu jitsu champion who is creating a team of top-level competitors with judo and wrestling backgrounds, he promotes numerous grappling events, and promotes a regional jiu jitsu culture where all clubs work together to promote jiu jitsu. Go check them out.