Mixed Martial Arts

Brandon's Gym

Mixed Martial Arts Gym | Columbus, Oh

About Me

Brandon Willis

I didn’t fall into this—I built it, brick by brick. I earned my BJJ black belt through the Carlson Gracie lineage, trained striking with legendary kickboxer Sam Jones, and sharpened my wrestling with OSU All-American Adam DiSabato. I’ve spent my life leveling up and becoming as complete a fighter as possible. My training style is straight to the point—no fluff, no gimmicks, just battle tested training that works.

About The Gym

At Brandon’s Gym, you’ll earn every ounce of progress you make. Through proven methods and personal accountability, we forge skill, grit, and confidence that lasts. Whether you’re stepping onto the mats for the first time or chasing competition-level performance, we deliver a complete, battle-tested system designed to build real skill and real strength.

Meet Your Coaches

Coach Alexandra

Coach Alexandra is a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu purple belt with an impressive competition resume, including gold medals at IBJJF, NAGA, and Fuji tournaments. A lifelong athlete, she brings the same discipline that helped her qualify for the Boston Marathon into every class she teaches. With a background in swimming, volleyball, and endurance training, Alexandra knows what it takes to push limits—and helps her students do the same.

BJJ

Monday – Thursday
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Tuesdays & Fridays
11:30 am – 12:30 pm

Saturdays
11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Striking

Monday & Wednesday
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Wrestling

Tuesday &
Thursday
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Youth
Wrestling

Ages 5-12
Tuesday & Thursday
5:30 pm – 6:30 pm

Youth Boxing

Ages 5-12
Saturday
11:30 am – 12:30 pm

Private Lessons

Upon Request

Class Rates & Packages

Adult Monthly Unlimited Membership

$160/month

Billed monthly - No Contract

Youth Monthly Unlimited Membership
Ages 5-12

$125/month

Billed Monthly - No Contract

Teach your kids the fundamentals of self defense and martial arts.
- Build lasting confidence
- Burn energy & make friends
- Learn real self defense skills
- Develop focus, discipline, & resilience

3 Month unlimited package

$150/month

Paid in full as $450

Commit to your growth as a fighter with our 3 month unlimited training package.
- Lay a solid foundation of skills
- Identify strengths & weaknesses
- Start to 'think' like a fighter
- Build endurance through consistency

6 month unlimited package

$140/month

Paid in Full as $840

12 month unlimited package

$130/month

Paid in full as $1560

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   Josh 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have been at Brandon's Gym/Carlson Gracie Columbus for about 8 years. Brandon has a way of breaking down the technical details across BJJ, Wrestling, and Boxing that makes it just click. I cannot recommend this place enough. It doesn't matter if you are a beginner or if you have been at it a bit. You will learn and you will work hard while you learn. The gym culture is also great. No one here has an ego and everyone is willing to help out in any way, shape, or form.
  
 
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   Ray Bun 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This gym change my life. Great place to train no matter your skill level.
  
 
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   Nathan Sykes 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Brandon is very hands on and a wealth of knowledge in Wrestling, Boxing and BJJ.. I have been attending Brandon's Gym for 3 years now . Wouldn't change.. I have built some really good friendships from this experience
  
 
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   Rob Carrillo 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 2nd time visiting / training with Brandon while in town for business.  He remembered me after 6 years!!  I always feel welcomed by Brandon and his students.  I highly recommend checking out Brandon's gym if you live in the area, or if you're just in town visiting.  Thank you again Brandon!
  
 
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   Micah Levitsky (Skee) 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. New to Jiu Jitsu and boxing. Brandon and the other students have made me feel welcomed and work with me to help understand new information. Brandon’s teaching style is easy to understand and implement. We do Jiu Jitsu daily, but also work in other disciplines like striking and wrestling to be a more complete fighter. Good instructor, good students, and good information coming out of Brandon’s Gym. Highly recommend trying the free first class to see what it’s all about.
  
 
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   Jacob Allen 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Gym has a great atmosphere and community and the head coach can help anybody learn the fundamentals of kickboxing, wrestling, and jiu-jitsu
  
 
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   Slikk Reid 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great spot and great people a must if you're trying to perfect your craft or if your a beginner well rounded classes and great coaching
  
 
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   Blake Harris 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Brandon’s Gym is incredible and super welcoming. I’m always learning something new and it’s clear the owners have many years of coaching experience on their backs. The staff and students are friendly and very supportive.
  
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Brandon, his family, friends helping run the gym make it such a wonderful experience. So friendly, kind, honest, full of integrity, full of none but wonderful things etc. It definitely motivates me to keep learning, keep practicing, keep evolving to the next level in this sport, keep spreading none but love towards existence. I'm a beginner, not one time they have made me feel behind, feel like a dummy, I always feel welcome. In other words, they don't let their ego, their pride, that self image most humans tell themselves they are get in the way to elevate you to the next level. They put themselves in your shoes. Good example of " I'm you, you are me, we are everything"
  
 
  
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