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BJJ and MMA Gyms in Nashville, USA

Nashville has a diverse and welcoming BJJ community with frequent competition opportunities. The city offers a medium gym density with high-quality instructors.

We've compiled a list of 20 martial arts gyms in Nashville to help you find the perfect training environment. Each gym offers unique programs, experienced instructors, and welcoming communities for practitioners of all levels.

Top BJJ & MMA Gyms in Nashville

1. Checkmat Mt. Juliet

★5.0(61 reviews)

📍 14807 Lebanon Rd, Mt. Juliet, TN 37138

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2. Phoenix MMA and Fitness

★5.0(65 reviews)

📍 1479 N Mt Juliet Rd, Mt. Juliet, TN 37122

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3. Broken Anvil Jiu Jitsu

★5.0(57 reviews)

📍 1249 Northgate Business Pkwy #12, Madison, TN 37115

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4. Triangle Academy of Jiu-Jitsu

★5.0(371 reviews)

📍 251 2nd Ave S #102, Franklin, TN 37064

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5. Legion Jiu Jitsu East Nashville

★5.0(90 reviews)

📍 1056 E Trinity Ln Suite 104, Nashville, TN 37216

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6. Renzo Gracie Nashville Jiu Jitsu

★4.9(66 reviews)

📍 5105 Maryland Way Suite 101, Brentwood, TN 37027

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7. Outlook MMA

★5.0(13 reviews)

📍 6103 Centennial Blvd, Nashville, TN 37209

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8. Zanshin Dojo

★5.0(31 reviews)

📍 1917 Church St, Nashville, TN 37203

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9. Elite Martial Arts - Bellevue

★5.0(17 reviews)

📍 215 Old Hickory Blvd, Nashville, TN 37221

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10. RMA Jiu Jitsu Academy

★5.0(74 reviews)

📍 7180 Nolensville Rd Suit 2F, Nolensville, TN 37135

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11. The Academy

★5.0(36 reviews)

📍 1000 Rivergate Pkwy Suite 1138, Goodlettsville, TN 37072

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12. Nashville MMA Training Camp

★4.9(463 reviews)

📍 1504 Elm Hill Pike, Nashville, TN 37210

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13. Liberdade Jiu Jitsu

★5.0(93 reviews)

📍 1016 8th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37203

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14. Software Jiu-Jitsu

★5.0(15 reviews)

📍 4812 Old Hickory Blvd, Hermitage, TN 37076

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15. Profectus Jiu-Jitsu Nashville

★5.0(42 reviews)

📍 69 Lindsley Ave, Nashville, TN 37210

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16. Artista Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

★5.0(115 reviews)

📍 2203 Bandywood Dr Suite 100, Nashville, TN 37215

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17. Profectus Jiu-Jitsu

★5.0(160 reviews)

📍 91 Seaboard Ln # 106, Brentwood, TN 37027

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18. Gracie Barra Bellevue TN Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Self Defense

★4.9(35 reviews)

📍 7835 Old Harding Pike, Nashville, TN 37221

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19. Shawn Hammonds Jiu Jitsu Academy

★5.0(45 reviews)

📍 2909 Armory Dr, Nashville, TN 37204

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20. 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu Nashville

★5.0(73 reviews)

📍 116 Wilson Pike Cir UNIT 235, Brentwood, TN 37027

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Why Train BJJ and MMA in Nashville?

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Benefits

  • • Self-defense and practical combat skills
  • • Improved physical fitness and flexibility
  • • Mental discipline and problem-solving
  • • Stress relief and confidence building
  • • Supportive community and lifelong friendships

What to Look for in a Gym

  • • Experienced and certified instructors
  • • Clean and well-maintained facilities
  • • Welcoming atmosphere for beginners
  • • Variety of class schedules and programs
  • • Competitive pricing and trial options

Getting Started: Most gyms in Nashville offer trial classes for new students. We recommend visiting multiple gyms to find the best fit for your goals, schedule, and budget. Contact gyms directly to learn about their programs, pricing, and community culture.