Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Schools in Cleveland, TN

5 of the 11 martial arts schools we list in Cleveland have a dedicated Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program. "Martial arts" on a map search lumps BJJ mats in with karate dojos, taekwondo studios, and kickboxing gyms, so grappling-specific searches drown in strikers that never teach a guard pass. Every school tagged here has BJJ confirmed as an actual class on its own schedule or program page, not just a mention in a general "martial arts offered" list.

Apex Jiu-Jitsu BJJ / grappling

2101 E Waterlevel Hwy, Cleveland, TN 37311

+14236411864 Website Directions

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Cleveland TN Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

2382 Blue Springs Rd SE, Cleveland, TN 37311-0909

+14232843707 Website Directions

Impact School of Martial Arts BJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondoMMA

Lee Hwy, Cleveland, TN 37421

+15613027065 Website Directions

Leviathan Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing

541 Inman St W, Cleveland, TN 37311-1768

+14233229984 Website Directions

Self Defense Solutions Kids classesBJJ / grappling

2260 Spring Place Rd SE, Cleveland, TN 37323

+14235950090 Website Directions

Ask about gi vs. no-gi before you show up. Most academies run separate gi and no-gi classes on different nights, and some require your own gi by the second week — a decent Gameness or Fuji starter runs $60-90. Also check the school's competition lineage (who's the black belt under, and which federation they compete in); it tells you more about instruction quality than the website ever will.

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Good to know

How much do BJJ classes cost per month?
Most U.S. academies charge $150-200/month for unlimited BJJ classes, with some bundling in no-gi or open mat for the same price. Drop-in classes typically run $20-30, and many gyms waive the enrollment fee if you sign up during a trial week.

Do BJJ gyms offer a free trial class?
Yes — the large majority of U.S. BJJ academies, including chains like Gracie Barra and 10th Planet affiliates, offer one free trial class or a discounted first week (often $19-49) so new students can try a roll before committing to a monthly membership.