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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) Training Academies in Knoxville, TN

9 of the 58 martial arts schools we list in Knoxville have bjj instruction available.

This directory features martial arts academies offering dedicated Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) instruction for adult beginners, youth, and advanced competitors. Academies in this section provide ground-grappling curriculum, covering positional control, joint locks, and chokes in both traditional Gi and No-Gi formats. Before calling, confirm whether the school requires proprietary academy uniforms or allows neutral white/blue/black gis.

  1. Alliance Jiu Jitsu Knoxville

    3325 Sutherland Ave, Knoxville, TN 37919

    Mon 6am-7:30pm, Tue 6am-9pm, Wed 6am-7:30pm, Thu 6am-9pm, Fri 6am-7:30pm, Sat 10am-1:30pm

    Kids classesBJJ / grappling
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  2. Cate Jiu-jitsu and Kickboxing

    4028 Papermill Dr, Knoxville, TN 37909-2006

    BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing
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  3. Checkmat Knoxville Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy

    4638 Rutledge Pike, Knoxville, TN 37914-3223

    Saturdays 10 am

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
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  4. FBS Combat Club

    3551 N Broadway NE, Knoxville, TN 37917-3117

    Monday - Thursday: 6am

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  5. Gracie Barra Knoxville

    5710 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37919-6323

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo
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  6. Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Knoxville

    5040 Clinton Hwy, Knoxville, TN 37912-3838

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling
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  7. Hero Athletics

    11214 Outlet Dr, Knoxville, TN 37932

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
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  8. Knoxville Martial Arts Academy

    6514 Chapman Hwy, Knoxville, TN 37920-6570

    Saturday: 10:00 am

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  9. Progressive Martial Arts Academy

    215 Center Park Dr, Knoxville, TN 37922-2112

    Kids classesBJJ / grappling
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Verify uniform rules before buying gear: Many academies require students to purchase school-branded gis ($120–$180) and rash guards rather than third-party equipment.

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Good to know

How much do monthly BJJ classes cost on average?

Unlimited BJJ memberships in the US typically range from $130 to $220 per month under 6-month or 12-month contracts. Drop-in single class fees range from $20 to $35, while initial registration packages with a uniform cost around $150 to $250.

What gear do I need for my first BJJ class?

For a trial class, standard athletic shorts without zippers and a fitted t-shirt or rash guard are sufficient. Once enrolled, Gi classes require a BJJ-specific cotton kimono and belt ($80–$160), while No-Gi classes require a ranked or plain rash guard and board shorts.

How often should a beginner train BJJ each week?

Attending 2 to 3 fundamental classes per week allows steady skill development while granting adequate recovery time for joints and muscles. Most adult practitioners adapt to regular sparring conditioning within 4 to 6 weeks of consistent attendance.