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Genesis Jiu-Jitsu Academy

5 ★★★★★ 7 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Clarksville, Indiana

BJJ gym Kids & teens

Plan your first class

  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Women's classes dedicated women's BJJ classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule clarksvillema.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (812) 218-8000

Hours

Monday 2–8 PM
Tuesday 2–8 PM
Wednesday 2–8 PM
Thursday 2–8 PM
Friday 2–8 PM
Saturday 10 AM–2:30 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 Genesis Jiu-Jitsu Academy, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 3 mentions

“Despite my lack of prior jiu jitsu/wrestling experience at the age of 43, this place and program have been an ideal fit for both me and my son.”

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💪 Women's BJJ

“There is a program for women only and a co-ed program.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 3 mentions

“Without hesitation, I wholeheartedly recommend this program to anyone starting their journey in self-defense or jiu-jitsu.”

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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 Genesis Jiu-Jitsu Academy — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🤸 Wrestling

“Despite my lack of prior jiu jitsu/wrestling experience at the age of 43, this place and program have been an ideal fit for both me and my son.”

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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 7 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧒 strong kids program 2 mentions

““My son Gio Loves going to classes n Learning”

🎖️ legit lineage & affiliation 3 mentions

“I've had an exceptional experience with both the Gracie Program and the Jeffersonville Gracie CTC location.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 2 mentions

From the reviews

I've had an exceptional experience with both the Gracie Program and the Jeffersonville Gracie CTC location. It all began with Gracie BullyProof for my 6-year-old, and as I witnessed his growth and the effectiveness of the techniques, I eagerly enrolled in the Combatives Course.

★★★★★ — Mike, Dec 2023

This has completely changed my life I am so very greatful to all the instructors and to Brad Haynes fir having the program and for being so kind and patient with me and teaching me to protect myself I will never forget how they have changed my life for the better and how much I have grown I could never thank you enough

★★★★★ — Mel, Oct 2023

The best place to learn beginner jiu-jitsu and self defense. There is a program for women only and a co-ed program. The instructors are well educated and explain every move to make sure you understand what to do. Highly recommended!

★★★★★ — Jennifer, Nov 2023

Love it here at Genesis BJJ! Coach Brad is such an amazing instructor and wonderful with the kids. So happy our family found this place.

★★★★★ — Newmexico, Mar 2025

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Your first BJJ class at Genesis Jiu-Jitsu Academy

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 Genesis Jiu-Jitsu Academy

In the corner between JC Penneys and Dillards, 757 E. Lewis and Clark Pkwy Suite 538A In the rear of the, Greentree Mall, Clarksville, IN47129

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