Hill Jiu Jitsu Academy

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  Todd Bollman

  Coach Hill is absolutely great with kids teaching in a way that seems fun but educational at the same time. We drive all the way from Louisville, it is well worth it!!! His attention to detail and knowing all the kids is unbelievable!!!

  Posted 1 year ago
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  Jason Benjamin

  Our family has been attending classes at Hill Jiu Jitsu Academy for a few months now and I cannot say enough how great it is! Joe, Lisa, and other academy members have been extremely welcoming and helpful in our new endeavor. Joe’s approach and instruction to the children’s classes is top notch. The adult classes are up there as well and they have recently announced the addition of a women’s fundamentals class which helps those who might feel uncomfortable in a room full of men. Great place, great atmosphere, great people!

  Posted 1 year ago
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  Eve Adams

  Great place for kids to learn skills and gain self confidence. Mr Hill is wonderful with the children.

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  Posted 2 years ago
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  Noah Beitzel

  A very welcoming and safe environment. The instructors here are awesome and very knowledgeable. Everyone just wants to see you grow and succeed. Yknow I used to get beat up a lot before I started going here. I mean im still getting beat up but the people doing it here are really nice about it.

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  Posted 2 years ago
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  Fox March

  Fun place to learn and train!

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  Posted 2 years ago
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  Sam

  If you're in the area, I highly suggest visiting the academy. Joe Hill is an awesome instructor! He's very patient and genuinely cares about each of his students. He encourages asking questions during class when you're unclear about anything or just want to learn more. Open mat is a great too with folks willing to work with you based on your comfort and ability level.

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  Posted 2 years ago
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  Jeff Beck

  I have been a student at Hill for over two years and I love the school and the people that attend. Joe has a great style of teaching and is very good at breaking down the moves so my simple mind can learn :)

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  Posted 2 years ago
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  George Varouhas

  My 5 year old takes classes at Hill Jujitsu. The instructors are great with the kids! I highly recommend Hill Jujitsu.

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  Posted 3 years ago
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  Nickolas Bradley

  Great atmosphere. Everyone is super friendly. Plenty of classes for anyone's schedule.

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  Posted 3 years ago
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  Eric Stanbro

  This place is great. Amazing staff and amazing people. Everyone and I mean everyone is helping each other learn. We get better as a community.

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  Posted 3 years ago
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  Erin Karam

  My son loves coming here! Joe Hill is a fantastic instructor and is very gifted at teaching young kids. They learn so much and have a lot of fun during classes. It is very convenient to have classes offered every week night so that my son can still make it to at least a weekly class when seasonal sport schedules change. As a parent I appreciate the incentive to earn “parent stripes”. I have noticed a change in responsibility and accountability in my son since starting jujitsu. Highly recommend

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  Posted 3 years ago
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  Vincent Vitarella

  I have been with Hill Jiu Jitsu for almost 3 years and my experience has been awesome there Joe is an awesome instructor if you have any questions he takes the time and goes over it with you and makes sure you get it. Joe is a very humble Black belt and I highly recommend Hill Jiu Jitsu to anyone who wants to try it out.

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  Posted 3 years ago
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  Rob James

  I was scared to try something new, especially at my age, but a friend of mine was really into Jiu Jitsu and pushed me to try it out. After stalking Hill academy for almost a year, I finally got the courage to do the trial. One class, and I was hooked and mad at myself for waiting a year. Joe is a great teacher. He explains things thoroughly and in a manner that even an old beginner like me could understand. The people there are very welcoming and are there to help and encourage those at all levels. If you are on the fence, you owe it to yourself to give it a try.

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  Posted 3 years ago
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  Jacob Shell

  This academy is incredibly welcoming. Joe Hill is a high quality instructor and I particularly enjoyed his sequence based methodology which is friendly for beginners and advanced students alike. I would recommend this class to anyone.

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  Posted 3 years ago
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  David Brink

  I was visiting from out of town and looking for a place to roll so I tried out Hill Jiu Jitsu Academy. The owner (Joe Hill) was very welcoming as were his students. I had a really fun time and got a great workout in (I was there for the evening class and then we were allowed to roll for at least an hour after class). It is apparent that Joe fosters a great environment to learn and play. I wish I was spending more time in Canton so I could attend more classes and roll more here. I will be sure to come again the next time I am in town. Thank you!

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  Posted 4 years ago
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  Nicholas

  Hill Academy is a great place to learn Jui Jitsu. I've been going for almost a year and a half now. Joe is a great instructor and the students are very welcoming. I was nervous about learning Jui Jitsu and kept putting off starting because I didn't know what to expect. That was a mistake. They're not going to throw you to the wolves your first day and they won't make you do anything you don't feel comfortable doing. You'll get partnered up with someone experienced and who will walk you through the movements. Another thing to note is that I was 275lbs and out of shape when I started. I was worried I wouldn't make it through a class. However, I was able to go at myown pace and, over time increase the intensity. Don't worry about getting in shape to do Jui Jitsu, come to Jui Jitsu to get into shape. If you've been thinking about trying BJJ, don't wait.

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  Posted 4 years ago
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  Lynndon Wentzel

  Appetizers 0/10 Car service 0/10 Haircut & beard trim 0/10 Jiu Jitsu instruction 10/10 Great group with all skill levels. Multiple instructors with like mindset. Attention to detail is always emphasized. 10/10 would recommend!

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  Posted 4 years ago
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  Tabitha “Tabbie” Ronchetto

  Positive environment, great coaches and people. Kids classes are fun and engaging.

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  Posted 4 years ago
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  Phillip Beabout

  We came in for my fathers funeral, looked for a local place to train, found Hill Jiu Jitsu Academy. Unbelievably friendly and inviting environment. I can not recommend this facility enough. 100% amazing experience.

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  Posted 5 years ago
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  Matt L

  If you are looking for an academy that focuses on technique, self-defense and a welcoming atmosphere; Hill Jiu Jitsu is where you belong. From the moment I walked though their door I was greeted with a “your one of us” attitude. I highly recommend giving them a try, you won’t regret it!!

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  Posted 5 years ago
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  Jon Gerbetz

  My kids and I have been training at Hill Jiu Jitsu Academy for a couple years now, first in Hartville and now in North Canton. Though initially for demographic convenience, I quickly realized that driving distance took a back seat to receiving high level instruction. And that is what we found at HJJA. Joe and Lisa’s instruction during both the kids and adults classes are presented in a thorough yet understandable way. Along with physical Jiu Jitsu techniques, the kids classes also focus on dealing with everyday (sometimes difficult and/or challenging) life situations in an appropriate way using Respect, Integrity, Discipline, Courage and Commitment. These are lifelong skills that can and will be used both on and off the mat. Joe and Lisa have created something very special at their academy and I am honored and beyond grateful to be a part of it.

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  Posted 5 years ago
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  steve stroll

  There are many places you could train Jiu Jitsu, but if you want quality instruction and a fun place to call “home” look no further. Been going here for over a year now and can’t imagine training anywhere else. Highly recommend. The best time to start is today and the best place in the area to train is Hill Jiu Jitsu.

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  Posted 5 years ago
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  mark ofenstein

  I have to say that when I first started I was intimidated to see everyone there with their Gi's ("karate outfit") on ready to start class. Turns out it was all for naught because everyone was very welcoming and eager to help. Joe has complete control of his class and will not let overly aggressive people participate in his studio. This helps make it a fun and safe place to learn a martial art that could end up saving you. Anybody from any walk of life is welcome at Hill Jiu Jitsu

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  Posted 5 years ago
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  Allison Ofenstein

  My family has been going to Hill Jiu Jitsu for close to a year now. They are great with kids, and I love that not only do they teach physical skills but also talk with the kids about bullying and good values (Respect, Integrity, Discipline, Commitment and Courage). Everyone in the studio is very welcoming and genuinely wants to learn and help teach others.

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  Posted 5 years ago
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  michael matola

  Love this place, Joe is the best, very technical. Fun place to train.

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  Posted 6 years ago
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  wcv421

  Joe and Lisa are consummate professionals. Being my first experience with Jiu Jitsu, any martial art, I was apprehensive. The culture and instruction here made me feel comfortable and has grown me in so many ways. If you are considering training in any capacity please go to Hill Jiu Jitsu, it will benefit you in so many ways.

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  Posted 6 years ago
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  william apitz

  Great place to learn and a better place to build a community of friends. I look forward to seeing all the members as much as learning the techniques. The flow at witch the techniques are thought for every lesson are great, it really helps you apply and remember. With clean facilities and a great spot right in the center of Hartville it’s an amazing place to be. Come check it out.

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  Posted 6 years ago
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  Joshua Griffith

  When, through a series of life events, I needed to switch academies, I was happy to have a Gracie Jiu Jitsu, Team Pedro Sauer, Jiu Jitsu academy open locally here in Hartville. Joe Hill offers extremely high level instruction in both fundamentals as well as advanced techniques. However, the real brain work is in his details and this is what will keep a student coming back for more and more Jiu Jitsu. The environment is one that is always clean (the mats are cleaned all the time and it never smells here). The individuals I have been fortunate enough to train with welcomed me on Day 1 and have been such a great group to build skills with. Just a wonderful group. There are both male and female training here so come one, come all. We would love ❤️ to have you. Additionally, I send both my children here (ages 11 & 13). I am not able to recommend any higher than 5/5 starts or I would. Can’t wait to see you on the mats!

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  Posted 6 years ago