Aside from Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park and World of Coca-Cola, Atlanta is also a place where you can fully immerse yourself in martial arts, particularly Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Yes, there are a lot of Jiu-Jitsu academies in the city, so finding one will be easy.
If you plan to enroll in a Jiu-Jitsu gym and change your lifestyle, here are some of the finest academies that you can consider in Atlanta.
1. Buckhead Jiu Jitsu
Buckhead Jiu-Jitsu's Head Instructor, Sam Joseph, is a decorated athlete who competed and taught Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for almost 20 years. He received his black belt in the Yamasaki Academy in 2007, and he was inducted into the NFC BJJ Hall of Fame in 2020.
The instructor is definitely amazing, but the icing on the cake is the facilities. Their gym is 3,300 sq. ft. with 2,000 sq. ft. of mat space. There are men's and women's changing rooms, a fitness area, a lounge, and Free Wi-Fi.
They offer Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Submission grappling, and a kids' program. Take advantage of their free trial class to see how they teach their students.
- (678) 515-0472
- 2144 Hills Ave Ste C Atlanta, GA 30318
Find them on Instagram @Buckheadjj
2. Gracie Decatur
As a certified Gracie Jiu Jitsu training center in Atlanta, you can expect the best-quality education possible. They are certified to teach the Gracie University curriculum, which is a standard training regimen for all certified training centers.
Take advantage of their amazing Jiu Jitsu classes like the Bullyproof kids Jiu Jitsu program and Self-defense for adults and women.
Make sure that you contact them to avail their 10-day free trial to see how they teach their students.
- (770) 229-7051
- 2959 East Ponce De Leon Ave Decatur, GA 30030
Find them on Instagram @graciejiujitsudecatur
3. Alliance Martial Arts Center
At Alliance Martial Arts Center, it’s not only about the skills and techniques. They are more focused on the physical and mental improvements that Jiu Jitsu can offer to their students. Jiu Jitsu is a total body workout so with the right guidance, you will learn self defense while keeping your body fit and healthy.
They have Gi and No Gi classes and there are programs for kids, teens, and women specifically. If you already have a background in Jiu Jitsu, you should try their advanced classes.
- (770) 458-9825
- 4630 N Shallowford Rd Dunwoody, GA 30338
Find them on Instagram @alliancehqatlanta
Other Atlanta Jiu Jitsu Gyms Worth Trying
The three gyms mentioned above might be the best of the best in Atlanta, but they are not the only top-rated academies in the city. Here are some of the other Jiu Jitsu gyms that you can consider:
1. Evolution X Martial Arts and Fitness
3. Francis Fong
4. Team Octopus
7. Gracie Barra
8. Creighton Mixed Martial Arts
9. Tribe
