No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu · Wrestling · Striking
Columbus’s only pure No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu school. Veteran-owned grappling and striking for adults and kids. Build skills. Build confidence. Your first class is free.
Welcome to the Academy
At 10th Planet Columbus, we’re built on community, consistency, and real growth. We welcome people from all backgrounds — whether you’ve never stepped on the mats before or you’ve been training for years. This is a place where you can show up, put in the work, and become a better version of yourself.
We’re part of the 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu network founded by Eddie Bravo— the no-gi system he built to solve the problems gi-based grappling left on the table. Signature positions like rubber guard, lockdown, and the twister came out of that work, and the system has been pressure-tested at the highest levels of competition and MMA. What you’ll learn here is the same blueprint, taught the way it was meant to be taught.
No-gi Jiu-Jitsu isn’t easy — but that’s the point. Through training, you’ll build discipline, confidence, and resilience that carries over into your everyday life. As a veteran-owned, pure no-gi school rooted in the 10th Planet system, we focus on high-level no-gi training that’s practical, structured, and proven to work.
BJJ · Wrestling · Striking
We run a complete grappling and striking program for adults — plus a dedicated kids BJJ class — in our Clintonville academy on North High St. Train one discipline or all of them. Membership covers everything.
Grappling and striking under one roof. The 10th Planet no-gi system Eddie Bravo built — plus freestyle wrestling and striking — all taught by a USMC veteran and Black Belt under Prof Marshall. Beginner and advanced tracks every week.
Ages 6 and up. Self-defense, discipline, respect, and confidence. Owner Zack Holycross holds an education degree and runs a structured program built to make no-gi Jiu-Jitsu fun, safe, and meaningful for young grapplers.
Owner & Head Coach
From the Marine Corps to your corner.
Started Jiu-Jitsu at 11 under the Ribiero Organization — Yellow, Orange, Blue, and Purple belts before serving honorably in the United States Marine Corps. After the Corps, continued his journey at 10th Planet under Prof Marshall, earning both Brown and Black belts.
Coached at 10th Planet Redlands. Taught BJJ at Cal State San Bernardino. Now leading 10th Planet Columbus — building a community of disciplined, resilient, connected grapplers in central Ohio.
Real Students. Real Words.
Walked in with zero experience. Coach Zack made the whole intro process feel approachable — explained the 10th Planet system clearly, answered every dumb question I had, and matched me with training partners at my level. Within a few weeks I was sparring without panic. Best decision I've made for my fitness this year.
Had a few years on the mats elsewhere before moving to Columbus. Found 10P Columbus and dropped into All Levels — the wrestling integration is no joke and the no-gi system here is built for actual grappling. Veteran-owned shows in the discipline of the room. Standards are high without being macho.
My son is in the Kids program. Zack's education background shows up in how he runs class — structured, age-appropriate, and genuinely fun. My son's confidence has changed completely in 3 months. He asks to come to practice on off-days now. We're all-in.
Common Questions
Still have questions? Call (567) 825-2198 or email 10thplanetcolumbus@gmail.com — we’ll get you set.
Males — shorts (no zipper or pockets) and a compression top or rashguard. Compression undergarment or spats required, with shorts worn over spats (2-layer rule on the bottom). Females — leggings and a compression top or rashguard, with a compression sports bra.
Step Onto the Mats
One free class. No pressure. We’ll show you the system, introduce you to the team, and help you book your first session.