
Learn Jiu Jitsu in Cleveland

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Cleveland's Martial Arts Training Since 1976


Junior Jujitsu
Ages 6-13Transform your child's potential through martial arts. Watch them grow stronger, more focused, and confident with every class.
Perfect for Kids Who Need:
- Confidence to stand up to bullies
- Better focus in school
- Positive role models
- Healthy physical activity


Adult Training
14+ All LevelsMaster practical self-defense while getting in the best shape of your life. Perfect for busy Cleveland professionals.
Ideal for Adults Seeking:
- Effective stress relief
- Practical self-defense
- Full-body fitness
- New challenges
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4431 Mayfield Rd, South Euclid, OH 44121
We serve students from Mayfield, South Euclid, Cleveland, Richmond Heights, University Heights, Lyndhurst, and many other local areas from our South Euclid location with convenient class times for both kids and adults.
For your first class, comfortable athletic clothing (t-shirt and sweatpants/shorts) is perfect. Once you join, we'll help you get a traditional gi (uniform) for regular training.
Traditional jujitsu follows a structured ranking system. With consistent training 2-3 times per week, most students can achieve black belt in 4-6 years, though everyone progresses at their own pace.
Traditional Japanese jujitsu is a complete self-defense system that includes strikes, throws, and joint locks. Unlike BJJ which focuses primarily on ground fighting, our jujitsu program teaches standing techniques, defensive tactics, and practical self-defense for real-world situations.
Yes! Japanese jujitsu was developed by samurai for real combat situations. Our program teaches practical techniques including escapes from grabs, defense against weapons, striking, and throwing techniques that work in actual self-defense scenarios.
We accept children as young as 6 in our Mayfield and South Euclid locations. Our kids jujitsu program focuses on discipline, respect, and age-appropriate self-defense techniques.
Absolutely. Traditional jujitsu teaches children confidence, awareness, and verbal de-escalation skills first. Physical self-defense techniques are taught responsibly as a last resort, giving kids the tools to handle bullying situations appropriately.
No prior fitness level is required. Our adult jujitsu classes in Cleveland accommodate all fitness levels, and you'll naturally build strength, flexibility, and endurance as you train.
Jujitsu is a traditional martial art focusing on self-defense, discipline, and personal development. While MMA is sport-focused, our jujitsu emphasizes practical techniques, traditional values, and can be practiced safely well into your senior years.
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I have been coming here since 2016, at the age of 17, and even now that I live out-of-state, I make a point to visit every time I am in town. Instructors are patient, knowledgeable, and understand the importance of teaching discipline and virtue along with the martial arts training.
Have been taking my son here for almost 10 years. They run a great kids class that my son started out in at 5 years old. kids classes are Wednesday night from 6:30pm-8:00pm and Saturdays from 10am-11:30am. The instructors teach some great life lessons to the kids. Adult classes are on Tuesday & Thursday nights from 7:30pm-9:30pm.
Amazing instructors with common knowledge of the craft of martial arts, but great perspectives on a technique. Recommend it to anyone who needs to learn real self defense.
My granddaughter loves everything about Hillcrest. She has developed confidence and respect for others.
Excellent classes for adults and kids. Instructors are very knowledgeable.
Hillcrest is simply the best dojo in the Greater Cleveland area.
I like this place. It’s fun.








