Idaho's OrIginal Jiu-Jitsu Academy - Established 1993
Real Self-Defense.
Not Sport. Not MMA.
Team Rhino has been teaching authentic Gracie Jiu-Jitsu in
Meridian, Idaho, for 33 years - built on safety, technique, and a
clear curriculum anyone can follow.
Est. 1993
Idaho first Jiu-Jitsu
Academy.
30 + Years
Longest - standing school
in Idaho.
7 Programs
More programs than any school in
the Valley.
Schedule a Free
Intro Class
Idaho's longest-standing Jiu-Jitsu Academy has been welcoming beginners since 1993. Your first class is one-on-one with an instructor - no intimidation,
no experience needed.
OUR PHILOSOPHY
SIMPLE. TECHNICAL. SAFE.
Our self-defense curriculum has been refined over 33 years — designed for real progress, not sport competition.
Get Started
Book your free
intro class
Book online or call us
- your first class is private,
one-on-one with an instructor.
See Our Academy
Tour the mat
Meet your instructor,
see the facility, and try your
first techniques.
Start Your Journey
Find your Program
Whether you're 3 or 63, we have an age-appropriate class for you — Baby Rhinos, Mighty Rhinos, Lil Rhinos, Youth Crash, Tweens, Adults, and Law Enforcement.
Why Families Choose Team Rhino:
One of Idaho's original Jiu-Jitsu academy, founded in 1993.
Curriculum-based self-defense school with structure and simple techniques anyone can learn.
Safe, structured classes - not sport, not MMA.
Background-checked instructors.
More programs than any school in the valley - ages 3 and up.
SUCCESS STORIES
See what our students are saying!
Amazing program and exceptional staff! Team Rhino helped my kids grow both on and off the mat. The mental flexibility, confidence, and core values they gained will last a lifetime!
Justin Smith
Youth Programs
Unlike other schools, you can't buy your belt at Team Rhino — every stripe is earned. The discipline our kids have developed here is transformative."
Rich Jones
Advanced Crash Program & Competition Team
We stumbled upon Team Rhino two years ago. We are grateful to have found a jiu-jitsu program that challenges our daughter physically and teaches her to be a better person. 10/10 recommend!"
Aleah
Lil Rhinos Program
EST. 1993 -
MERIDIAN, IDAHO
Your First 3 Classes
are on us!
One-on-one with an
instructor. Programs for all ages
starting at 3 years old.
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