Passing through the island, stationed nearby, or just visiting? Roll with us. English-speaking dojo in Ginowan, all belts welcome, no membership required.
English-speaking · Drop-ins welcome · All belts, gi & no-gi · Near Futenma
If you train, don’t let a trip to Okinawa take you off the mat. BJJ House in Ginowan welcomes drop-ins from travelers and the military community based near Futenma. Classes are taught in English, the atmosphere is friendly and technical, and you can book a single class without signing up for a membership. Bring your gi — or train no-gi — and roll with the most senior black belt on the island.
No membership. No commitment. Pay for a single class and train. Just message us before your visit so we have a spot ready.
Tell us the day you’d like to train — we’ll be expecting you.
Drop-in details
No membership needed. Pay for a single class and train. Staying longer? Ask about a weekly or visitor rate.
English-speaking dojo. Instruction is in English. Travelers and the Futenma community train here regularly — you’ll feel at home from the first slap-and-bump.
All belts, gi and no-gi. White belt on your first trip or a brown belt keeping sharp on vacation — there’s a spot for you in every class.
Safe, technical rolls. No ego wars with a visitor they’ll never see again. Technique over force is the house rule, so you leave in one piece and ready for the rest of your trip.
Class schedule
- Tuesday — 18:30–20:00
- Thursday — 18:30–20:00
- Saturday — 09:30–11:30
Address: Ojana 5-13-13, B1, Ginowan-shi, Okinawa, Japan (close to Futenma).
How to drop in
- Message us ahead of your visit so we can expect you.
- Tell us your experience level and the day you’d like to train.
- Show up 15 minutes early, bring your gi (or train no-gi), and we’ll handle the rest.
A single message is all it takes to train with us.
Make it part of your Okinawa trip
A morning roll and then the beaches, the food, the history — Okinawa rewards both. Train with us and take home more than souvenirs: a session with a 5th-degree black belt and his Flow Jiu Jitsu System. Curious about the method? Read about the Flow Jiu Jitsu System.
Frequently asked questions
Can visitors drop in for BJJ in Okinawa?
Yes. BJJ House in Ginowan welcomes drop-ins. You can book a single class with no membership — just message us before your visit.
Do you speak English?
Yes, classes are taught in English. We regularly train travelers and members of the Futenma community.
How much is a drop-in class?
Single drop-in classes are available; staying longer, ask about weekly visitor rates. Message us for the current drop-in price.
Where is the dojo and is it near Futenma?
BJJ House is in Ginowan, Okinawa, close to Futenma. Send us a message and we’ll share the exact location and directions.
Do I need to bring my own gi?
Bring your gi if you have one. You can also train no-gi. Let us know your situation when you message us.
BJJ House Okinawa — Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Ginowan, led by Helio Damiani Jr., 5th-degree black belt and the most senior in Okinawa. Max 10 students per class. Safe, technical, for life.
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