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Jiu-Jitsu Fundamentals and Beginner Classes in Tennessee

12 of the 590 martial arts schools we track in Tennessee have jiu-jitsu fundamental classes. Full listings for every city are on the Tennessee page.

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This directory filters martial arts academies offering dedicated Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) fundamental programs designed specifically for beginners. Listed academies provide structured gi classes covering basic position control, escapes, and self-defense concepts under qualified instruction. Before booking a trial, verify class schedule availability and whether the school permits third-party gis or requires academy-branded uniforms.

Nashville 3

  1. Legion Jiu Jitsu / Checkmat West Nashville

    7741 US-70S, Nashville, TN 37221

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing
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  2. Legion Jiu Jitsu Nashville

    1056 E Trinity Ln, Nashville, TN 37216-3005

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing
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  3. Profectus Jiu-Jitsu Nashville

    69 Lindsley Ave, Nashville, TN 37210-2061

    Free trial classBJJ / grapplingMMA
    Call Website All Nashville

Crossville 1

  1. Crossville Jiu Jitsu and Thai Boxing

    50 School St, Crossville, TN 38555-7708

    Mon 5pm-7pm, Tue 5pm-7pm, Wed 5pm-7pm, Thu 5pm-7pm, Fri 5pm-7pm, Sun 12:30pm-2pm

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing
    Call Website All Crossville

East Ridge 1

  1. Militia Mixed Martial Arts & American Jiu-Jitsu

    3920 Ringgold Rd, East Ridge, TN 37412-1643

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
    Call Website All East Ridge

Franklin 1

  1. Gracie Barra Franklin

    4115 Mallory Ln, Franklin, TN 37067-2906

    Kids classesBJJ / grappling
    Call Website All Franklin

Hendersonville 1

  1. Legion Jiu Jitsu Hendersonville

    122 Taylor Industrial Blvd, Hendersonville, TN 37075

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing
    Call Website All Hendersonville

Knoxville 1

  1. Hero Athletics

    11214 Outlet Dr, Knoxville, TN 37932

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
    Call Website All Knoxville

Lebanon 1

  1. Guardian Martial Arts and Fitness - Lebanon

    337 W Baddour Pkwy, Lebanon, TN 37087

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing
    Call Website All Lebanon

Memphis 1

  1. Midtown Grappling Academy

    144 Cumberland St, Memphis, TN 38112-3820

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMMA
    Call Website All Memphis

Murfreesboro 1

  1. Legion Jiu Jitsu Murfreesboro

    627 Patterson Ave Ste C, Murfreesboro, TN 37129

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing
    Website All Murfreesboro

Ooltewah 1

  1. Ooltewah Jiu-Jitsu Academy

    6711 Mountain View Rd, Ooltewah, TN 37363-6667

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing
    Call Website All Ooltewah
Gi Requirements: Most academies offer loaner gis for initial trial classes, but regular attendance requires purchasing an IBJJF-compliant 350-450 GSM gi costing $80 to $150.

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Good to know

How much do beginner Jiu-Jitsu classes cost in the US?

Monthly tuition for fundamental BJJ programs ranges from $120 to $220 per month for unlimited sessions. Most academies charge an initial registration fee of $30 to $50, which sometimes includes a basic white belt or starter rashguard.

What gear is required for a fundamental gi Jiu-Jitsu class?

Students need a BJJ-specific gi (kimono) made of single-weave or pearl-weave cotton, a white rank belt, and a mouthguard. Women often wear a fitted rashguard or athletic shirt underneath the gi jacket for additional comfort.

How long does a BJJ fundamentals program take to complete?

Standard introductory curricula last 8 to 16 weeks and cover 30 to 50 core techniques. Attending 2 to 3 classes per week allows students to build positional awareness before advancing to intermediate all-levels sparring.

How to lose body fat percentage?

Reducing body fat percentage involves maintaining a moderate energy deficit while engaging in strength training and high-calorie combat sports. Regular practice in disciplines like MMA or Muay Thai builds lean tissue while driving down overall body fat. Users in Tennessee can browse 12 verified martial arts academies offering structured weight management programs.

How to drain fluid from ear?

Draining fluid from an ear—often caused by trauma such as cauliflower ear in grappling—requires sterile medical aspiration using a syringe followed by a compression wrap. Performing this procedure at home without medical expertise carries a severe risk of infection and permanent cartilage deformity. Practicing martial artists in Tennessee should consult qualified medical professionals or ask coaches at one of the 12 listed local academies for proper sports health protocols.