Ohio Brasa/Deon Thompson Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

Ohio Brasa Brazilian Jiu Jitsu was started in 2007 by Deon Thompson, operating from a facility at 3350 W. Laskey Rd. in Toledo. Facility training hours include Adult Academy Sessions scheduled Mon-Fri Morning & Evening 6a-7a & 7p-8p, alongside Open Mat Sundays scheduled 12p-1p. Instruction is led by Deon Thompson, who serves as owner and head instructor as a black belt under Rodrigo 'Comprido' Medeiros. Academy programs offer Brazilian Jiu Jitsu fundamentals, self-defense workshops for women, and advanced grappling seminars. Youth training is available through Kids Academy Classes, with dedicated Kids Academy Sessions held Mon & Tue exclusively 6P-7P. Tuition rates are listed at $99 per month for kids and $125 per month for adult members. Prospective students may begin with an initial session where the first class is always free.