Ohio Combat Sports Academy

Great environment and awesome people make OCSA the perfect place to train. Regardless of your goals, whether you are a hobbyist or a competitor, this community helps you reach your potential and challenges you to work hard and be better. The skill and knowledge of the instructors is top notch and only surpassed by their ability to cultivate community and camaraderie. I’m very happy to have found this gym!

If you are looking to get into shape, make friends, learn how to defend yourself, or just pick up a new hobby then you should definitely check out Ohio Combat Sports Academy. I had trained jiu jitsu for a couple of years and when I was moving to Columbus I wanted to keep it going. I found this gym and I e-mailed the owner. He invited me out to a class and I instantly decided it was the place for me. First, the facility is huge and very clean. It’s a very comfortable atmosphere. Everyone makes you feel welcomed and you quickly understand it’s a safe family atmosphere. There are multiple families that train here and everyone helps each other get better. There are people like myself that just like burning calories and learning some self defense but there are also members that compete in jiu jitsu and MMA matches. It’s a safe, diverse team with many first responders and school teachers as members and instructors. It does not matter what shape you’re in, what your age is, what your background is, or what your goals are. Don’t make the same mistake that I did! I wanted to try jiu jitsu and mma for years but I always talked myself out of it. My first day of training made me realize I wasted years by not just going into a gym and checking it out in person. If you’re interested in learning and becoming a better person then you will find success as a team member here.

This team has been an excellent experience over the past five years. Professor Dustin has been nothing but professional throughout my experience. He does take the time and helps the individual on their journey in Jiu-jitsu. Every person and road is different.

I really have enjoyed my time at OCSA because the people are great, coaches teach technique for all levels, and it’s competitive for whatever pace you feel is appropriate. I highly recommend.

Great staff, great learning environment, perfect for high level and beginners, I am learning a ton in every class.

they are a great combat school i like how They work them kids outs and they learn in a positive way from new people other than parents...I Fully recommend sending your kids or teens or for adults also ...Very great place

I started BJJ a few years ago. I have traveled to out of state academy gyms. This gym is fantastic. I really felt at home. Everyone is welcoming. The coach Dustin really cares about the students knowledge. I entered one of his tournaments. It was professionally ran. I also know some of the other affiliates of his school. In Marietta Oh also has a great school. I hope to train again with all of those guys. Thanks for the warm welcome.

Great instruction and great team atmosphere. One of the few places that the black belts with stay after and work with you. I felt like a part of the team the first day I walked in, several years ago. Now it's just an extended family. Great for the kids and all the instructors are top notch and go above and beyond. The best part is the entire team is always looking to help each other improve. Highly recommend for kids, adults, and even old guys like me.

My 9 year old daughter and I both train at the Ohio Combat Sports Academy and love it. All of the instructors are friendly and knowledgeable. Neither of us had any experience in grappling prior to joining, but we never once felt unwelcome at the gym- every one is great! We’ve been going now for almost two years and have no intentions of going anywhere else to train!

Ohio Combat Sports Academy, Dustin, all of the other instructors and students/team members are world class. Everyone is willing to help anyone improve regardless of skill level. The environment is welcoming, with a wide variety of classes for beginners through black belts. I have had nothing but positive experiences and would recommend it to anyone interested in learning martial arts.

I’ve been training here since 2016 and have been practicing martial arts for over 10 years. What has always stood out to me is how much the owner and other teachers care about their students. They become more than instructors, they become friends. OCSA provides a genuine learning environment with highly qualified, experienced instructors and a supportive student base. Dustin is always looking for opportunities to bring in the best instructors from all over the country and internationally to constantly expand the knowledge his students have access to. There really is something for everybody here. My daughter loves the kids Judo, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and boxing classes so much and enjoys the inclusive team atmosphere. I’ve trained a little bit of everything but am particularly fond of the Judo and BJJ programs. It’s an hour’s drive for me but it is absolutely worth it and we train as often as we can.

Fantastic place to train. People are nice and welcoming to new members. Myself and my wife have been training here now for several months and absolutely love it. The owner, who's name is Dustin Ware, is very knowledgeable when it comes to the martial art that Brazilian Jiu-jitsu and is great at teaching it.

Highly recommended!

OCSA is a fantastic and welcoming school with top-level instructors. They have classes for all ages of people and at lots of times throughout the week, so you'll definitely be able to get your mat time in. The instructors and senior students are great at adapting to the experience level of individual students and really know how to push you to be your best based on whatever your goals are.

Best school in the state of Ohio! I would highly recommend this school to anyone. I've trained there in the past and can't wait to visit again! They have great instructors and students. If you want to feel like you're part of a family this is the place!

Excellent school, top notch instruction! I have been to many martial arts schools throughout my 14 years training, & I have to say that this is one of the nicest gyms I have ever had the pleasure of training at. Large facility that is maintained very well, and everyone in the school is very welcoming. They have classes available everyday of the week ranging from Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Grappling, Judo, Kickboxing/boxing, strength and conditioning, all for both children and adults. I currently train at this school and I must say that it has become much more than just a gym that I train it. My teammates are my family and there is a sense of community and friendship at this school that is extended to every person that takes the first steps through that front door. Come try out Ohio Combat Sports Academy, it will change your life!

I have visited OCSA numerous times and every time I have had a great experience! Dustin has been a huge part of my jiu jitsu journey. He runs a great academy and his students are always friendly and incredibly welcoming. Every time I train in Columbus, I go to OCSA!

This academy is the best thing that has happened to my kids. Coaches that enjoy teaching and making training enjoyable. When I call out “get ready for the gym” I’ve never had to say it twice. It has been our pleasure to be a part of the Ohio Combat Sports Academy Family.

Walked into OCSA over a year ago just looking to get some information for my then 11 year old son. Dustin greated us instantly and talked to my son as if he was already one of his students. Asking him questions and telling us stories of past and present students. He then offered a free week to my son so that he could try it out and see if it was really something he wanted to do, which we jumped right on. After two days my son was hooked and we both decided to sign up! The instruction provided by Dustin and the junior instructors is world class. The atmosphere and other students make you feel like you truly are part of a family. As a veteran, that aspect is extremely important to me. I have and will continue to recommend anyone interested in BJJ, visit Ohio Combat Sports Academy to learn from the best and feel comfortable while doing it!

This is a great school with awesome instruction from people with proven experience, knowledge, integrity, and good character. That is the kind of atmosphere that is fostered here. It is family friendly and welcoming - whether you're looking to compete, learn self-defense, get exercise, or just have fun...whether you're fit and athletic, looking to get fit, or more of an adaptive athlete (like myself) - as long as you're willing to learn and treat others with respect, this gym has a place for you!

Been training off and on for a little over 4 years, have trained all over the world, and still call this place home. Dustin is a phenomenal instructor, and will quickly go from being your coach, to friend, to brother. Rich is a great instructor who, along with Gregg do a great job hammering down the basics through constant "skills and drills", and
Keith will keep your no-gi game sharp. Want the best coaches and training partners in Central Ohio, or dare I say, the world? Come in. See what I'm talking about for yourself.