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Best BJJ Gyms in Kingsport, TN (2026)

Last updated July 2026 · ranked by student review count

Kingsport has 4 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gyms in our directory with 21 student reviews between them. The ranking below is simple and honest: gyms ordered by how many students have reviewed them — a strong proxy for community size and staying power. Review counts come from public listings and refresh regularly. Always take a free trial class before committing; here's what to look for.

  1. Tornozelo Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

    8reviews

    With 8 student reviews — the most of any gym in Kingsport— it tops this year's list. Located at 3616 Netherland Inn Rd Suite 3. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  2. Lockdown Jiu-Jitsu - Kingsport

    7reviews

    7 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 625 E Market St. Classes run 4 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  3. Panic Jiu-Jitsu

    5reviews

    5 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 4307 Fort Henry Dr. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  4. Evolution Submission Fighting Academy

    1reviews

    1 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 1236 Moreland Dr. See hours, reviews & contact info →

How this ranking works

We rank by verified student review counts rather than editorial opinion — more reviews generally means a bigger, longer-running community. It's a starting point, not a verdict: the right gym for you depends on schedule, location, coaching style, and culture. Browse all 4 gyms in Kingsport or read what to expect in your first class.