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AFS Academy of Martial Arts/10th Planet Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 84 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Richmond, Kentucky
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
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Website & schedule afsacademy.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 859-623-8023
The classes they run
“Three years after walking into this gym with no experience at all, my kids are now competing (and winning) at the highest level BJJ competitions (IBJJF, F2W) all over the country.”
“Three years after walking into this gym with no experience at all, my kids are now competing (and winning) at the highest level BJJ competitions (IBJJF, F2W) all over the country.”
“If you're just looking to get in shape and/or learn a little self defense.”
“Three years after walking into this gym with no experience at all, my kids are now competing (and winning) at the highest level BJJ competitions (IBJJF, F2W) all over the country.”
Other martial arts here
“Her Muay Thai and jiujitsu is very tough, but she also knows how to explain it in a way that actually makes sense.”
“10th Planet Richmond is an exceptional MMA gym that stands out for its world class training and brilliant instructors.”
“They have incredible coaches who are very dedicated to developing each child's Jui Jitsu and wrestling skills.”
What members say
“They have incredible coaches who are very dedicated to developing each child's Jui Jitsu and wrestling skills.”
“Three years after walking into this gym with no experience at all, my kids are now competing (and winning) at the highest level BJJ competitions (IBJJF, F2W) all over the country.”
“Everyone in the gym is welcoming and ready to help other learn This is not only a gym to learn skills for all ages, but it has become a family that I can't imagine not having now”
“If you're interested in high level competition, this is clearly the place to be and I need not go into detail as the other comments and wall full of medals prove this.”
“If you're looking for a kids program, even if you're not sure about martial arts for your kid.”
“Three years after walking into this gym with no experience at all, my kids are now competing (and winning) at the highest level BJJ competitions (IBJJF, F2W) all over the country.”
From the reviews
This is an amazing gym with not only top class martial arts instructors but trainers as well. Not only have I grown as a martial artist in my time at AFS but I have grown as an athlete. The trainers there have helped me with my running, lifting, yoga, etc.. on top of the martial arts classes I take.
Some over 18 months ago I finally agreed to let my now 9 year old give the gym a try. He has ADHD and struggles with impulse control and I was skeptical that this would help and honestly figured he would find himself in more trouble with impulse control rather than improvement.
Three years after walking into this gym with no experience at all, my kids are now competing (and winning) at the highest level BJJ competitions (IBJJF, F2W) all over the country. Coach Scott has been seriously studying/practicing martial arts his entire life and has all the credentials to back this up.
It is a pleasure to be a member of AFS Academy, one of the most diverse, opened-minded, and informative martial arts dojo that I've ever had the privilege of being a part of. I am currently involved with the MMA classes, they have been wonderful, they make it easy to understand.
New to BJJ? Start at AFS Academy of Martial Arts/10th Planet Jiu Jitsu
AFS Academy of Martial Arts/10th Planet Jiu Jitsu 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 AFS Academy of Martial Arts/10th Planet Jiu Jitsu
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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