Kailua-Kona hosts a selection of four Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gyms, each offering distinct training environments. Notable among them are Exodus Martial Arts Academy and The Process Martial Art Academy, both boasting perfect 5.0 ratings from over 20 reviews. Ka'eo Athletics also holds a 5.0 rating with 10 reviews, while Hawaii Jiu Jitsu Academy maintains a strong 4.9 rating across 58 reviews, reflecting a committed local BJJ community.
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Kailua-Kona, HI
Exodus Martial Arts Academy operates at 74-5599 Luhia Street, Suite #E2, Kailua Kona, Hawaii, 96740. The school trains affiliated under the Gracie Allegiance banner with Professor Clark Gracie, founder of Gracie Allegiance in San Diego. The teaching staff features Professor Jason Tanaka, who started Brazilian Jiujitsu in 2006 and opened up his own academy in the year 2016 along with his wife, Coach Gretchen. Tanaka was promoted to his black belt as of July 2022 by Professor Clark Gracie. Guest seminars at the academy have included visitors from BTeam such as Ethan Crelinsten, Damien Anderson, and Jacob Rodriguez. Group classes run Monday through Friday, with Sunday and Saturday Closed. Training divisions include Kids Gi Group 1, Kids Gi Group 2, Adults/Teens Gi Class, Kids No Gi Group 1, Kids No Gi Group 2, and Adults/Teens No Gi Class. Tuition pricing is set at $120.00 month for each adult, $90.00 month for each child, and drop-in attendance at $25.00 per class.
Kailua-Kona, HI
The Process Martial Art Academy operates at 73-5590 Kauhola St in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii. Located in Kailua-Kona, the martial arts facility provides Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instruction, Muay Thai striking, wrestling, and mixed martial arts training for youth and adult students in Kailua-Kona. Instruction at the academy is headed by head coach Scotty Hao, a Jiu-Jitsu black belt and professional mixed martial artist who has practiced martial arts for 19 years. The coaching staff includes assistant coach Lex Hao, a brown belt and certified personal trainer, alongside assistant coaches Nevaeh Hao, Naiyah Hao, and Ayame Matsumoto. Mat sessions focus on grappling fundamentals, striking technique, physical conditioning, and student safety. The academy offers a training schedule designed for beginners through experienced combat athletes. Adult coursework features Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai striking clinics, wrestling drills, and mixed martial arts classes. Youth martial arts instruction serves students ages 6 to 12, teaching coordination, mutual respect, self-defense mechanics, and athletic discipline through structured games and supervised drills.
Kailua-Kona, HI
Ka'eo Athletics in Kailua-Kona, HI focuses on MMA and No-Gi training, offering a specialized environment for those disciplines. With a perfect 5.0 rating from 10 reviews, it’s a highly regarded spot for martial arts enthusiasts in the area.
Kailua-Kona, HI
Hawaii Jiu-jitsu Academy operates at 74-5603 Alapa Street, Kailua-Kona, Hawaii 96740, providing jiu jitsu classes in Kailua-Kona for kids, teens and adults. New practitioners can begin on the mats with a 2-Week Trial – $49. Youth instruction is divided into three age brackets meeting Monday through Thursday. Young children train in Kids 1 (Ages 4-6) from 3:30 – 4:00 PM, while intermediate youth attend Kids 2 (Ages 7-9) from 4:10 – 5:00 PM. Older children participate in Kids 3 (Ages 10-13) from 5:10 – 6:00 PM. Older practitioners can attend Teens & Adults (13+) evening classes held Monday through Thursday from 6:10 – 7:10 PM. Morning training sessions are also scheduled on Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 – 10:00 AM. Visitors traveling to the area can also participate through a drop-in class.
