13 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 835 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.
Top 7 Jiu Jitsu Gyms in Knoxville (2026)
Lucas Lepri Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Knoxville TN — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Knoxville 2026 · JJA Score 54 · 5.0/5 (142 reviews) · Members only · 3325 Sutherland Ave, Knoxville, TN 37919, USA
Knoxville's Best Martial Arts — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Knoxville 2026 · JJA Score 53 · 5.0/5 (125 reviews) · Members only · 11805 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37934, USA
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
Musei no Tora Bujinkan — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Knoxville 2026 · JJA Score 53 · 5.0/5 (105 reviews) · Members only · 7544 Oak Ridge Hwy #7, Knoxville, TN 37931, USA
Braga Bjj Knoxville — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Knoxville 2026 · JJA Score 52 · 5.0/5 (91 reviews) · Members only · 5902 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37919, USA
Knoxville Academy of Martial Arts — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Knoxville 2026 · JJA Score 50 · 5.0/5 (61 reviews) · Members only · 10961 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37934, USA
Shield Systems Academy — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Knoxville 2026 · JJA Score 49 · 5.0/5 (46 reviews) · Members only · 8651 Middlebrook Pike, Knoxville, TN 37923, USA
DV Martial Arts · 5.0/5 (27 reviews) · Members only · 9355 Kingston Pike #1, Knoxville, TN 37922, USA
FBS Combat Club · 5.0/5 (16 reviews) · Members only · 3551 N Broadway, Knoxville, TN 37917, USA
Hosford Jiu-Jitsu Academy · 5.0/5 (16 reviews) · Members only · 8630 Asheville Hwy, Knoxville, TN 37924, USA
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Knoxville · 5.0/5 (5 reviews) · Members only · 5040 Clinton Hwy, Knoxville, TN 37912, USA
Knoxville jiu-jitsu gyms, by the numbers
Knoxville has 13 jiu jitsu gyms operating right now. Their average Google rating is 5.0/5, pulled from 835 total ratings across 13 reviewed academies. Most reviewed: Lucas Lepri Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Knoxville TN (142 Google reviews).
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.
Overall sentiment — Google star rating (30%)
Popularity — review volume, log-scaled (20%)
Class robustness — gi, no-gi, kids, women's, competition + classes per week (20%)
Competition pedigree — competition team or comp program (15%)
By the JJA Score, Lucas Lepri Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Knoxville TN ranks #1 in Knoxville for 2026 (5.0 stars across 142 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?
Most Knoxville BJJ gyms don't publish pricing. Industry standard runs $150-$250 a month for unlimited training, $20-$40 for drop-ins. Free trial classes are common. Book one before you sign up.
How many jiu jitsu gyms are in Knoxville, TN?
13 gyms listed.
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?