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10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Birmingham AL
5 ★★★★★ 47 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Birmingham, Alabama
Part of 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu
Affiliated academy — reviews and the gym's own info point to a recognized BJJ lineage or affiliation (think Gracie Barra, 10th Planet, Renzo Gracie, Alliance, Atos or Checkmat). If lineage matters to you, ask which affiliation the academy belongs to and under whom the head instructor earned their black belt.
Plan your first class
- Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- No-gi no-gi grappling classes — training in a rashguard and shorts, with faster scrambles and a natural bridge to MMA
- Open mat open-mat rolling sessions for members to practice live — always optional and at your own pace
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule mmabirmingham.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (205) 868-3002
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | 1–4 PM |
The classes they run
“As of now, it is no-gi only, but gi may be making a return (tbd).”
“You are not required to wear a school uniform to train here, and open mats feature even higher quality training partners.”
Other martial arts here
“Great place to learn jiu jitsu, boxing, wrestling, and muay thai.”
“It has been a much more inclusive and comfortable training experience for me compared to my previous gym, highly recommend if you're looking to get into jiu jitsu or MMA!”
“Great place to learn jiu jitsu, boxing, wrestling, and muay thai.”
“Great place to learn jiu jitsu, boxing, wrestling, and muay thai.”
What members say
“Coach Ethan and coach Matt are great people and great trainers and they are willing to work with you also”
“The instructors are top-notch, the atmosphere is welcoming, and the level of skill and expertise you can achieve here is truly impressive.”
“The instructors are top-notch, the atmosphere is welcoming, and the level of skill and expertise you can achieve here is truly impressive.”
“Under Matt's leadership, 10th Planet Birmingham stands out for its expert instruction, inclusive atmosphere, and strong sense of community.”
From the reviews
Under Matt's leadership, 10th Planet Birmingham stands out for its expert instruction, inclusive atmosphere, and strong sense of community. Matt's dedication to fostering growth and skill development makes this school a standout choice for anyone looking to advance in Jiu Jitsu.
10p Birmingham is absolutely phenomenal! The instructors are top-notch, the atmosphere is welcoming, and the level of skill and expertise you can achieve here is truly impressive.
I've trained at 10th Planet Bham for over a year now. Great training partners and great coaches. One thing you'll get here that you don't get at many other gyms is a lot of wrestlers -- the people you'll train with are absolute dogs and compete frequently, but if you're also looking for technical work and sharpening…
I can’t say enough great things about this gym! Whether you’re a beginner or experienced in martial arts, this gym has something for everyone. The instructors are incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely care about helping each student improve their skills.
Your first BJJ class at 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Birmingham AL
Nervous about walking into a BJJ gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling basic positions and escapes with a partner — not hard sparring. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: athletic wear you can move in (or a gi if you have one); you'll train barefoot on the mats. What to bring: water and a mouthguard if you have one — many gyms lend a loaner gi for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gi (or a rashguard and shorts for no-gi) and a mouthguard. Live rolling eases in gradually, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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