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10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Detroit
4.8 ★★★★★ 47 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Detroit, Michigan
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
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Women's classes dedicated women's BJJ classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- 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 10thplanetdetroit.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 313-422-9229
Hours
| Monday | 6–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 6:30–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 11 am–12:30 pm, 6–9 pm |
| Thursday | 6–9 pm |
| Friday | 11 am–12:30 pm, 6–9 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“There are classes offered 6 days a week, a Gi class on Fridays evenings, a women’s only class on Saturday mornings, and open mat in Livonia on Sundays!”
“One of the few 10th Planet schools that has both no gi and gi training.”
“There are classes offered 6 days a week, a Gi class on Fridays evenings, a women’s only class on Saturday mornings, and open mat in Livonia on Sundays!”
“10th Planet gyms are among the very best, and rightly so, whether you are looking for tournament competition, self-defense or fitness.”
“There are classes offered 6 days a week, a Gi class on Fridays evenings, a women’s only class on Saturday mornings, and open mat in Livonia on Sundays!”
“10th Planet gyms are among the very best, and rightly so, whether you are looking for tournament competition, self-defense or fitness.”
“Whether you’re a beginner or experienced, you’ll get solid training and good energy every session.”
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What members say
“Because of that, they are very popular, and it is really unheard of to find classes this small with a black belt instructor who is going to spend that much more time with you.”
“There are no politics and everyone works to create a welcoming environment for old and new students alike.”
“Each and every one of my training partners are both kind and humble despite what skill gap there is between us and are always so willing to show me new things.”
“And to top it all off the techniques and strategies they teach are world class and a fantastic representation of 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu.”
“10th Planet gyms are among the very best, and rightly so, whether you are looking for tournament competition, self-defense or fitness.”
“And to top it all off the techniques and strategies they teach are world class and a fantastic representation of 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu.”
From the reviews
I travel for work and have trained at around 50 gyms world wide. 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Downtown is easily in the top 3. 10th Planet gyms are among the very best, and rightly so, whether you are looking for tournament competition, self-defense or fitness.
One of the few 10th Planet schools that has both no gi and gi training. Head Instructors Tracy and Wayne are encyclopedias of knowledge. The instructors are also veterans. Both are invested in their students' progress and helping them discover their "A" games.
10p Downtown Detroit is amazing! Such a beautiful facility with all the amenities you’d want and more! Coaches Wayne and Tracy are some of the best people I’ve ever met!
Great place to train. The coaches are knowledgeable and supportive, and the team has a really welcoming vibe. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced, you’ll get solid training and good energy every session. Definitely recommend!
New to BJJ? Start at 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Detroit
10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Detroit comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. If you've never rolled or set foot on a mat, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard rolling — reputable gyms build fundamentals (positions, escapes, and basic submissions) for weeks, live rolling eases in gradually, and tapping early keeps every roll safe. Third, all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out, and leave your ego at the door. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first BJJ class at 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Detroit
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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