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10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Henderson NC-BJJ, MMA, and Kenpo Karate

5 ★★★★★ 6 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Henderson, North Carolina

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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

Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday 5:30–9 pm
Wednesday 5:30–9 pm
Thursday 5:30–9 pm
Friday 5:30–9 pm
Saturday 10 am–12 pm
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, seminars, and open-gym times — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

BJJ classes on the schedule at 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Henderson NC-BJJ, MMA, and Kenpo Karate, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🛡️ Self-Defense

“If you are looking for a place for you or your entire family to get in shape, have fun and learn some self defense skills look no further!”

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Other martial arts here

BJJ gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Henderson NC-BJJ, MMA, and Kenpo Karate — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🏟️ MMA 2 mentions

“Outstanding training and instruction for Jiu-jitsu, MMA, and Kenpo Karate.”

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🎽 Karate

“Outstanding training and instruction for Jiu-jitsu, MMA, and Kenpo Karate.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want MMA, muay thai, or wrestling alongside your BJJ, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 6 Google reviews — in their own words.

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 3 mentions

“Family, friendly atmosphere.”

🎖️ legit lineage & affiliation 2 mentions

“10th Planet is a very accepting environment no matter the age, size, or capabilities.”

From the reviews

Outstanding training and instruction for Jiu-jitsu, MMA, and Kenpo Karate. Family, friendly atmosphere. Classes available for all ages and skill levels. If you are looking for a place for you or your entire family to get in shape, have fun and learn some self defense skills look no further!

★★★★★ — David, Dec 2023

Good group to train with. The head instructor, Chris Hendrick is very technical and runs a good class. The fundamentals classes and advanced classes are both great with good training partners. Highly recommended for jiu jitsu instruction or a drop in.

★★★★★ — Mike, Nov 2023

10th Planet is a very accepting environment no matter the age, size, or capabilities. All of the instructors work with you at your own level and everyone is completely judgement free. I would recommend it to everyone.

★★★★★ — Mandy, May 2024

Christopher Hendrick is an amazing instructor. If you're looking for a place to learn Jiu Jitsu, MMA, or Kenpo. You found it. Always good times.

★★★★★ — Haile, May 2026

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Your first BJJ class at 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Henderson NC-BJJ, MMA, and Kenpo Karate

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.

BJJ is a contact sport. Ease in, tap early and often, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Henderson NC-BJJ, MMA, and Kenpo Karate

212 Dabney Dr, Henderson, NC27536

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