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Blann's Martial Arts

5 ★★★★★ 33 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Southaven, Mississippi

BJJ gym Kids & teens

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  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
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  • Website & schedule blannsmartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (662) 393-8311

Hours

Monday 4:30–8 PM
Tuesday 9:30–11:30 AM, 4:30–9 PM
Wednesday 4:30–8 PM
Thursday 9:30–11:30 AM, 4:30–9 PM
Friday Closed
Saturday Closed
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 Blann's Martial Arts, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 11 mentions

“Adults, children, and teens will benefit from the instruction for fitness, sport, and self-defense.”

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Teens BJJ

“Adults, children, and teens will benefit from the instruction for fitness, sport, and self-defense.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“Adults, children, and teens will benefit from the instruction for fitness, sport, and self-defense.”

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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 Blann's Martial Arts — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🎽 Karate 6 mentions

“Best karate dojo in Southaven I have studied here for the past 14 years and still learning I have gotten so much out of karate thank you Kyoshi and Renshi!”

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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 33 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 4 mentions

“Great instructors, great instruction, in an wonderful atmosphere where anyone can feel comfortable learning!”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 9 mentions

“If you are looking for a supportive atmosphere where the instructors and students all encourage and help each other then this is the place.”

🧒 strong kids program 2 mentions

“My son love's it and the Blann's are so nice and love kids you can tell they love what they do”

From the reviews

This is by far the best martial arts school you will find anywhere. You will get individual and group instruction. Sensei Blann teaches almost all of the classes personally. If you are looking for a supportive atmosphere where the instructors and students all encourage and help each other then this is the place.

★★★★★ — Mark, Mar 2013

Sensei Blann and his staff offer a very friendly atmosphere in which to train to become all YOU can be. Whether you want to be an elite level fighter or just to be in better shape, this dojo has something for you. Each student receives some individual attention during class without feeling singled out.

★★★★★ — Beau, Mar 2013

Great instructors, great instruction, in an wonderful atmosphere where anyone can feel comfortable learning!

★★★★★ — Kevin, Mar 2013

Best instructors and atmosphere bar none. All of my family are members and we love the dojo.

★★★★★ — Tim, Mar 2013

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Your first BJJ class at Blann's Martial Arts

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 Blann's Martial Arts

1880 Forrest Dr, Southaven, MS38671

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