Northfield Jiu-Jitsu & Martial Arts School
North Coast Jiu-Jitsu Club is where kids, teens, and adults from Northfield and the surrounding Nordonia Hills community come to learn practical martial arts in a welcoming, family-run academy.
Beginner Friendly
free Intro Class
6 Days a Week
North Coast Jiu-Jitsu Club is a family-owned martial arts school located at 10333 Northfield Road in Northfield, Ohio. Led by the Hido family, our academy offers Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, gi and no-gi training, boxing, and Muay Thai for students of different ages and experience levels. Our instructors bring more than 20 years of training and teaching experience to every class, with an emphasis on practical self-defense, technical development, fitness, and personal growth.
Real Martial Arts for Every Level
Find the right program, then come try your first class free. No experience needed.
Kids Jiu-Jitsu
Youth/Teen Jiu-Jitsu
Adult Jiu-Jitsu
Adult Jiu-Jitsu
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Why Nordonia Hills Trains at North Coast Jiu Jitsu Club
- Family-Owned - Run by the Hido Family Since 2018
- Black Belts Under Professor Pedro Sauer
- 20+ Years of Teaching Experience
- Self-Defense Focused BJJ - Not Just Sport
- Brand New 6,000 Sq Ft Facility
- Mats Cleaned Multiple Times Per Day
- Broad Schedule - 6 Days a Week, AM & PM Classes
- The Most Beginner-Friendly Atmosphere Around
- Gi, No-Gi, and Striking All Under One Roof
What Our Members Are Saying
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There is nothing better than seeing the excitement on a young child’s face when they’ve learned to believe in themselves.
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Schedule Your Free Class
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Join Our Northfield, Oh Martial Arts Classes Today
Start learning Jiu-Jitsu or striking in a friendly academy where experienced instructors will help you progress from your first class. North Coast Jiu-Jitsu Club welcomes kids, teens, adults, and complete beginners from Northfield and nearby communities.
Call (330) 406-6626 or submit the form to schedule your free introductory class and experience North Coast for yourself.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What makes North Coast Jiu-Jitsu Club different from other academies in the area?
North Coast is a family-owned Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and martial arts academy led by Black Belt instructors from the Hido family. Our teaching is based on the Pedro Sauer lineage and emphasizes technical detail, leverage, practical self-defense, and long-term student development.
Students can train in gi and no-gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, boxing, and Muay Thai in one academy. We also offer a broad schedule, personal instruction, a clean 6,000-square-foot facility, and a welcoming culture for beginners.
Where is the North Coast Jiu-Jitsu Club located?
North Coast Jiu-Jitsu Club is located at 10333 Northfield Road 20A Suite
Northfield, Ohio 44067
Our academy is convenient for students and families from Northfield, Macedonia, Sagamore Hills, Twinsburg, Brecksville, Solon, Hudson, Independence, Aurora, Mayfield Heights, and other nearby Northeast Ohio communities.
Are your Jiu-Jitsu classes in Northfield good for beginners?
Yes. Our Northfield Jiu-Jitsu classes are designed to welcome students with no previous martial arts experience.
Instructors explain each technique step by step and help new students train at a comfortable pace. You will not be expected to know the terminology, be in excellent shape, or spar before you are ready. Every experienced student at North Coast began as a beginner.
What should I wear to my first martial arts class?
Wear comfortable athletic clothing without zippers, buttons, or anything that could catch during training. A fitted T-shirt or rash guard with athletic shorts or leggings usually works well for an introductory class.
You do not need to purchase a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gi before trying your first class. Contact the academy before your visit, and we will explain what to bring for the program you are attending.
Do I need to be in shape before starting Jiu Jitsu?
No. You do not need to get in shape before beginning Jiu-Jitsu.
Classes help you gradually improve your strength, mobility, endurance, coordination, and overall fitness. You can work at your own pace, take breaks when needed, and increase the intensity as your conditioning improves.
Is Jiu Jitsu good for self-defense?
Yes. Jiu-Jitsu teaches students how to manage distance, escape unsafe positions, control an opponent, and defend themselves if a confrontation reaches the ground.
We place a strong emphasis on practical, leverage-based self-defense rather than relying only on strength or athletic ability. Students also have the option to add boxing and Muay Thai training to develop stand-up striking and defensive skills.