8 jiu jitsu gyms are training students in Nashville 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 1,029 ratings). The Top 6 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 6 Jiu Jitsu Gyms in Nashville (2026)
Nashville MMA Training Camp — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Nashville 2026 · JJA Score 53 · 4.9/5 (485 reviews) · Members only · 1504 Elm Hill Pike, Nashville, TN 37210, USA
Liberdade Jiu Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Nashville 2026 · JJA Score 50 · 5.0/5 (132 reviews) · Members only · 1016 8th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37203, USA
Artista Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Nashville 2026 · JJA Score 49 · 5.0/5 (118 reviews) · Members only · 2203 Bandywood Dr Suite 100, Nashville, TN 37215, USA
Legion Jiu Jitsu East Nashville — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Nashville 2026 · JJA Score 49 · 5.0/5 (95 reviews) · Members only · 2618 Gallatin Pike, Nashville, TN 37216, USA
Profectus Jiu-Jitsu Nashville — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Nashville 2026 · JJA Score 48 · 5.0/5 (70 reviews) · Members only · 69 Lindsley Ave, Nashville, TN 37210, USA
Shawn Hammonds Jiu Jitsu Academy — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Nashville 2026 · JJA Score 47 · 5.0/5 (52 reviews) · Members only · 2909 Armory Dr, Nashville, TN 37204, USA
Zanshin Dojo · 5.0/5 (38 reviews) · Members only · 1917 Church St, Nashville, TN 37203, USA
Nashville jiu-jitsu gyms, by the numbers
Nashville has 8 jiu jitsu gyms operating right now. Their average Google rating is 5.0/5, pulled from 1,029 total ratings across 8 reviewed academies. Most reviewed: Nashville MMA Training Camp (485 Google reviews).
How we rank Nashville 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, Nashville MMA Training Camp ranks #1 in Nashville for 2026 (4.9 stars across 485 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 Nashville?
Most Nashville 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 Nashville, TN?
8 gyms listed.
Are there beginner BJJ classes in Nashville?
Yes. Most Nashville 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 Nashville?
Most Nashville 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 Nashville?
Yes. Most Nashville 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 Nashville?