Ares BJJ is about 25 minutes west from Council Bluffs, across the river on I-80 to Omaha's most trusted Black Belt-led BJJ academy.
Council Bluffs has a long tradition of combat sports and martial arts, and serious students often look west across the river for a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program with depth. Ares BJJ is that program: Black Belt-led, structured, ego-free, and worth the cross-river drive.
From the Mid-America Center / Bass Pro area you're 25 minutes from our 120th & Q location. Take I-80 west to 144th or 120th, and you're at the front door.
From Council Bluffs (Mid-America Center / Bass Pro / Lake Manawa area), take I-80 west across the river to the 144th or 120th exit, then north to Q Street. About 25 minutes door-to-door outside of rush hour.
Council Bluffs areas we serve: Lewis Central area, Manawa, Old Town Council Bluffs, Crescent.
Adults and kids from Council Bluffs train at Ares BJJ every week. Pick the program that fits your family.
Gi & No-Gi. Beginner-friendly fundamentals plus advanced classes. Mornings and evenings, built to fit a Council Bluffs commute.
Confidence, discipline, real self-defense. Structured by age and skill level. Popular with Council Bluffs families.
Council Bluffs students who train at Ares BJJ consistently say the cross-river commute is more than offset by the quality of the instruction and the seriousness of the room.
Still have questions? Call (402) 319-5661 or email info@nebraskabjj.com.
About 25 minutes via I-80 west across the river, exiting at 144th or 120th. Slightly longer during rush hour.
Yes, Ares BJJ is a regular destination for traveling grapplers. We're a welcoming and respectful room. Drop-in policies are friendly; ask in advance.
Yes. Dedicated No-Gi classes run weekly, plus Gi classes and open mat.
Belt ranks transfer with documentation in most cases. Bring your most recent certificate / coach contact when you visit.
Ares BJJ draws students from across the metro. Here are nearby areas we also serve.
No experience needed. No credit card. Just show up and we'll take care of the rest.