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Best BJJ Gyms in Nashville, TN (2026)

Last updated July 2026 · ranked by student review count

Nashville has 11 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gyms in our directory with 588 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. Liberdade Jiu Jitsu

    137reviews

    With 137 student reviews — the most of any gym in Nashville— it tops this year's list. Located at 1016 8th Ave S. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  2. Artista Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

    117reviews

    117 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 2203 Bandywood Dr Suite 100. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  3. Legion Jiu Jitsu East Nashville

    99reviews

    99 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 2618 Gallatin Pike. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  4. Profectus Jiu-Jitsu Nashville

    86reviews

    86 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 69 Lindsley Ave. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  5. Shawn Hammonds Jiu Jitsu Academy

    59reviews

    59 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 2909 Armory Dr. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

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

    51reviews

    51 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 7835 Old Harding Pike. Classes run 5 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  7. Profectus West Jiu Jitsu

    21reviews

    21 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 7648 Hwy 70 S. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  8. Legion Jiu Jitsu / Checkmat West Nashville

    12reviews

    12 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 7741 US-70S. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  9. Renzo Gracie Nashville/Williams Training Center

    5reviews

    5 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 73 White Bridge Rd suite G-3. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  10. GAS (Grappling And Striking) USA

    1reviews

    1 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 2524 W Heiman St. Classes run 5 days a week. 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 11 gyms in Nashville or read what to expect in your first class.