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We offer adult jiu jitsu classes, kids jiu jitsu classes, a women’s only jiu jitsu program, self-defense, judo, wrestling, kickboxing, and strength and conditioning, with a range class times to fit any schedule 7 days per week!

Welcome to Westside Jiu Jitsu Academy
Westside Jiu Jitsu Academy is a Caio Terra Association affiliate school located in Westland, MI founded in 2021. Westside JJA is the first and only CTA school in Michigan. The staff includes several coaches with vast knowledge led by head coach Ken Short. Coach Ken is a black belt with 12 years of experience and 7 years of which as an instructor. Westside Jiu Jitsu Academy offers classes 7 days per week, several times a day to accommodate every schedule with multiple programs to choose from.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Lessons for all
Adult BJJ Lessons
Class options 7 days per week.
Fundamentals classes morning, noon, and night Monday-Friday, open training on Saturday and Sunday.
Youth BJJ lessons
Ages 5-12: 4 days per week kids jiu jitsu program.
Ages 13-17: teen jiu jitsu program with class options available 7 days per week.
Women's Only BJJ Program
3 days per week classes for women only taught by a female instructor focused on jiu jitsu for self-defense.
Private BJJ Lessons
Contact us to schedule one-on-one lessons with an instructor.
Reviews
Matthew AllenApril 1, 2025 Before I started at WestSide I was in a complete rut and was unsure about my next steps in life. After joining and becoming part of the family my life has genuinely changed my life, I couldn’t be more grateful for our amazing coaches and a special thank you to Ken Short for making this all possible. Roger A ChandlerMarch 24, 2025 Been training over 3 years along with my 3 daughters very family oriented and everybody there wants to help each other the coaches here will help you reach your goals and much more joining this gym will not only change your life for the better it will be like joining a family this is a no ego environment with world class coaching Marcus ScottMarch 23, 2025 10/10 gym just started coming a few months ago, great environment and atmosphere. MMarch 22, 2025 All classes are great for anyone from the hobbyist to the professional athlete Will FulkersonMarch 22, 2025 Tons of classes, family friendly, lots of events, friendly people. Overall, it's a great environment. David MakaremMarch 22, 2025 Amazing coaching staff and a great atmosphere that fosters growth, humility, and community! I started my jiujitsu journey at Westside in 2022. Everyone in there was willing to lend a helping hand and made me feel welcome. Whenever I am in town and have the chance, I visit and am greeted with the same hospitality. I highly recommend you consider Westside as a benefit to your mental and physical heath! Joshua BlanchardMarch 18, 2025 Great place to learn jiu-jitsu. Westside manages to be an extremely friendly and welcoming environment but also one that has plenty of ambitious high-level competitors to learn from and train with. So whether you're a casual hobbyist or looking to compete, you'll be welcomed. Westside also has several legit wrestlers and people with MMA experience who are great to learn from in the wrestling or striking classes. My 8yo son also trains here and enjoys the environment quite a bit despite jiu-jitsu being a hard sell for him initially. farah hijaziFebruary 21, 2025 I’ve only been training here for a couple months and compared to other gyms I’ve tried, Westside Jiu Jitsu is the best by far! Tabitha and Ken are amazing coaches who make you feel welcome. I’ve learned a lot in such little time and I always look forward to coming to the classes. Anyone looking to try out bjj, I definitely recommend Westside! Rima ZagherFebruary 20, 2025 I’ve had an amazing experience at Westside Jiu Jitsu! The atmosphere is incredibly welcoming, and the service is top-notch. A huge thanks to Tabitha and Ken for creating such a fun and supportive environment. They truly make learning Jiu Jitsu an enjoyable and positive experience. Highly recommend this gym to anyone looking to train!Google rating score: 5.0 of 5, based on 89 reviews
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