Best Jiu Jitsu Gyms in Knoxville, TN (2026)

14 jiu jitsu gyms are training students in Knoxville right now, ranked by the JJA Score — our blend of real Google reviews, class offerings, competition pedigree, and trust (currently averaging 5.0/5 across 846 ratings). The Top 7 are this year's award winners; every other gym is ranked right below. Compare pricing, schedules, gi and no-gi, kids and adult classes, and book a free trial.

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Top 7 Jiu Jitsu Gyms in Knoxville (2026)

  1. Alliance Jiu Jitsu Knoxville — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Knoxville 2026 · JJA Score 98 · 5.0/5 (146 reviews) · 34 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 3325 Sutherland Ave
  2. Braga Bjj Knoxville — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Knoxville 2026 · JJA Score 90 · 5.0/5 (91 reviews) · 22 classes/wk · Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 5710 Kingston Pike suite E
  3. Shield Systems Academy — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Knoxville 2026 · JJA Score 84 · 5.0/5 (46 reviews) · 23 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 8651 Middlebrook Pike, Knoxville, TN 37923, USA
  4. Knoxville Academy of Martial Arts — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Knoxville 2026 · JJA Score 66 · 5.0/5 (61 reviews) · 29 classes/wk · Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · 10961 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37934, USA
  5. Musei no Tora Bujinkan — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Knoxville 2026 · JJA Score 65 · 5.0/5 (105 reviews) · $90/mo · 2 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · 7544 Oak Ridge Hwy #7, Knoxville, TN 37931, USA
  6. Knoxville's Best Martial Arts — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Knoxville 2026 · JJA Score 62 · 5.0/5 (125 reviews) · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · 11805 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37934, USA
  7. Knoxville Martial Arts Academy — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Knoxville 2026 · JJA Score 53 · 4.9/5 (137 reviews) · Members only · 6514 Chapman Hwy, Knoxville, TN 37920, USA

All 14 Knoxville BJJ gyms, ranked

  1. Morris Self Defense - Martial Arts - Jiu-Jitsu - Knoxville · 5.0/5 (29 reviews) · $196/mo · 17 classes/wk · Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 6920 Clinton Hwy, Knoxville, TN 37921, USA
  2. Cate Brazilian Jiu-jitsu and Kickboxing · 4.9/5 (35 reviews) · 18 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 1722 Louisville Dr suite c, Knoxville, TN 37921, USA
  3. DV Martial Arts · 5.0/5 (27 reviews) · 14 classes/wk · Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · 9355 Kingston Pike #1, Knoxville, TN 37922, USA
  4. Checkmat Knoxville Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy · 5.0/5 (5 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 4638 Rutledge Pike
  5. Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Knoxville · 5.0/5 (7 reviews) · $125/mo · Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 5040 Clinton Hwy
  6. FBS Combat Club · 5.0/5 (16 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · 3551 N Broadway, Knoxville, TN 37917, USA
  7. Hosford Jiu-Jitsu Academy · 5.0/5 (16 reviews) · Members only · 8630 Asheville Hwy, Knoxville, TN 37924, USA

Kids jiu-jitsu gyms in Knoxville, TN

Kids jiu-jitsu in Knoxville, TN: 11 academies teach children's BJJ, including 6 with a 3-6 little-kids program and 8 with teen classes. Start with a free trial and watch a class before you commit.

How much are kids BJJ classes in Knoxville?

Most Knoxville gyms don't post kids pricing publicly. Youth BJJ typically runs $100-$180/mo. Nearly all offer a free trial.

What age can kids start jiu-jitsu in Knoxville?

6 Knoxville gyms take kids as young as 3-4 in a little-kids program. Most Knoxville academies start structured kids classes around age 5-6 and split by age and size from there.

Women's BJJ classes in Knoxville, TN

Women's jiu-jitsu in Knoxville, TN: 5 academies run women's classes or women's-only sessions. Drop in on a trial and meet the coaches before you sign anything.

Are there women's-only BJJ classes in Knoxville?

5 Knoxville gyms list a women's program. Some are women's-only sessions, others are women's-focused within the regular schedule. Call ahead to confirm the format and times.

BJJ for beginners in Knoxville, TN

BJJ for beginners in Knoxville, TN: 11 academies have a free intro or trial class. Best move is to book one, watch a fundamentals session, and feel the room before you join.

Where can a beginner try BJJ in Knoxville?

11 Knoxville gyms offer a free trial. Look for "fundamentals" or "all levels" on the schedule, wear gym clothes, and just show up to your booked trial.

No-gi BJJ classes in Knoxville, TN

No-gi BJJ in Knoxville, TN: 6 academies train no-gi. Bring shorts and a rashguard, book a trial, and see how the room rolls.

Which Knoxville gyms offer no-gi?

6 Knoxville gyms list no-gi on the schedule. No-gi nights vary, so confirm the timetable with the gym before you head in.

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Knoxville jiu-jitsu gyms, by the numbers

Knoxville has 14 jiu jitsu gyms operating right now, 6 of which our team has verified directly. Their average Google rating is 5.0/5, pulled from 846 total ratings across 14 reviewed academies. Membership averages $137/mo and drop-ins about $20 across the 3 gyms that publish pricing. 4 gyms run a public open mat; 10 are members-only. Most reviewed: Alliance Jiu Jitsu Knoxville (146 Google reviews).

Nearby BJJ gyms in Tennessee

Closest jiu jitsu cities to this one. Useful if you commute or train at multiple gyms.

How we rank Knoxville gyms — the JJA Score

Every gym gets one JJA Score from 0 to 100, a weighted blend of five factors. A gym needs at least 40 Google reviews to be eligible for the annual Top 10, and missing data never counts against a gym. We re-rank monthly.

Knoxville jiu jitsu FAQs

What is the best jiu jitsu gym in Knoxville?

By the JJA Score, Alliance Jiu Jitsu Knoxville ranks #1 in Knoxville for 2026 (5.0 stars across 146 reviews). The score blends rating, review volume, class robustness, competition, and trust — rewarding complete gyms, not just high stars.

How much does jiu jitsu cost in Knoxville?

Across the 3 Knoxville gyms that publish pricing, membership averages $137 a month and drop-ins about $20. Many don't list rates publicly. Industry standard is $150-$250/mo unlimited, $20-$40 drop-in. Free trial classes are common. Book one before you sign up.

How many jiu jitsu gyms are in Knoxville, TN?

14 gyms listed. 6 are verified by our team.

Are there beginner BJJ classes in Knoxville?

Yes. Most Knoxville BJJ gyms welcome beginners even without a dedicated fundamentals track. Look for "intro" or "all levels" on the schedule. Use the free trial to test the room before signing up.

Are there women's jiu jitsu classes in Knoxville?

Most Knoxville BJJ gyms have female training partners on the regular schedule, even without a women's-only class. Many welcome new women students with a free trial. Ask the gym about their typical mix before deciding.

Are there kids jiu jitsu classes in Knoxville?

Yes. Most Knoxville BJJ academies run kids' programs starting around age 4-5. Look for classes split by age bracket (4-7, 8-12, 13+) and a dedicated kids' coach.

What's the average Google rating of BJJ gyms in Knoxville?

5.0 out of 5, based on 14 rated academies.