Become the Man You Keep Saying You Want to Be.
JIU JITSU NEAR NIXA, MO
Real Jiu Jitsu. Good People. A Place to Grow.
Train with us in Ozark. First class free. Loaner gis available.
Accountability through relationships
Someone is counting on you.
There are mornings we don’t want to get out of bed. But when another guy is waiting, we get up and make it happen. That’s what our morning muster has taught us: it’s easier to follow through when you know someone is in your corner. Around here, we say, “It’s easier to keep up than catch up.”
That carries onto the mats. We learn each other’s names, notice when someone’s missing, and check in because we care. Relationships create accountability. Accountability creates consistency. Consistency builds character.
You might come to Forged to learn Jiu Jitsu. But the people you meet here might be the reason you keep showing up.
Practical self-defense. Lasting confidence.
Jiu Jitsu gives you a place to practice staying calm when things get uncomfortable. You’ll learn to manage distance, escape bad positions, and use technique with control alongside partners who want you to improve.
New here? We’ll walk you through it.
Your first class is free, and loaner gis are available. Bring water and arrive a little early so we can meet you and get you settled. We’ll explain the movements, help you work with a partner, and guide you at your experience level. You don’t need to get in shape before you start.
Good people make the difference
We work hard, laugh a lot, and help each other get better. The friendships are part of the training. Here’s what people have shared about Forged.
“I’ve been with Forged Jiu Jitsu since December 2025 and I couldn’t recommend this gym enough. Justin is a phenomenal coach and makes sure you understand the BJJ material and self defense. The camaraderie with everyone in the gym is great, very welcoming atmosphere. See you on the mats!”
- Walker“Justin has built out a great gym and injects it with his passion for personal development. I had a great time at a JW seminar he hosted a few weeks ago!”
— Lucas“Justin is a great training partner and as tough as they come! Knows more about self defense jiu jitsu than anyone I know”
— Micheal BFind your time on the mat
Adults · ages 14+
Monday–Thursday · 6:30 PM
Tuesday & Friday · 11:30 AM
Saturday · 9:30 AM
Saturday open mat · 10:30 AM
Kids · ages 4–13
Monday–Thursday · 5:30 PM
Tuesday & Friday daytime · 10:30 AM
Kids learn discipline, teamwork, and practical self-defense through training and games. Adults build skill, fitness, and friendships at a pace they can sustain. Explore our programs.
Meet Justin Edel
Owner. Instructor. Your training partner.
I built Forged to bring good people together to do hard things and grow. I’m a purple belt in the Gracie Humaitá lineage under Professor JW Wright. My job is to help you learn, train with control, and keep making progress.
Near Nixa. At home in Ozark.
Our academy is in Ozark, Missouri, welcoming adults and families from Nixa, Springfield, and the surrounding area.
773 N 20th St
Ozark, MO 65721
Choose an evening or daytime class that fits your week. Make room for training, then let the people here help you keep coming back.
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Questions before your first class? Contact Forged or call 417-505-3011.
Stop talking about change. Start living it.
You don’t have to have it all figured out. Pick a class, come meet us, and we’ll help you get started.
Your first class is free. Loaner gis are available.