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Crosstown Jiu Jitsu

5 ★★★★★ 30 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Atoka, Tennessee

BJJ gym Beginners welcome Kids & teens

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
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule crosstownbjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (901) 504-4491

Hours

Monday 6:30–8 PM
Tuesday 5:30–8 PM
Wednesday Closed
Thursday 5:30–8 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 Crosstown Jiu Jitsu, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 2 mentions

“My son has learned to be more disciplined and he is following directions better then ever.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“Whether you’re looking to get into Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for fitness, self-defense, or competition, Crosstown BJJ provides top-tier instruction and an excellent training environment.”

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🌱 Beginners 2 mentions

“Everyone, from beginners to advanced practitioners, is encouraging and always willing to help each other improve.”

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What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 30 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 3 mentions

“Great room with knowledgeable coaches with guest spots and connects to one of the biggest teams in the midsouth.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 7 mentions

“The owner and other instructors really care about their students and provide outstanding lessons in a safe and welcoming environment!”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 18 mentions

“The owner and other instructors really care about their students and provide outstanding lessons in a safe and welcoming environment!”

📘 strong technique & fundamentals 2 mentions

“The coaches are incredibly knowledgeable and always take the time to break down techniques clearly, ensuring everyone, regardless of experience, can follow along.”

🧒 strong kids program 2 mentions

“My son has learned to be more disciplined and he is following directions better then ever.”

🧼 clean, well-kept mats 3 mentions

“Great facility and even better people.”

From the reviews

Home from home. Crosstown Jiujitsu is truly the place where you can be yourself and be comfortable while learning Jiujitsu. I have never met a team that was so connected and on the same personal accord as here. I believe the smaller team allows for closer connections.

★★★★★ — Véronique, Oct 2024

I have been in martial arts for over 15 years! This is by far one of the best gyms I have been to! Knowledgeable instructors! Great atmosphere! Go visit them! You won't be disappointed!

★★★★★ — Marques, Jun 2024

Fantastic gym and a great place to train for the whole family! Instructors are knowledgeable and truly care about their students. Highly recommend!!

★★★★★ — Heather, Oct 2024

Great atmosphere and family oriented activities for everyone. You won’t find a more diverse place to train Jiu Jitsu

★★★★★ — Charles, Jun 2024

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New to BJJ? Start at Crosstown Jiu Jitsu

Crosstown Jiu Jitsu comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. 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.

Check beginner classes on their site

Your first BJJ class at Crosstown 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.

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 Crosstown Jiu Jitsu

81 Atoka McLaughlin Dr, Atoka, TN38004

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