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Kuzushi Club Atlanta Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 133 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Smyrna, Georgia
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
- Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- 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 (ages 4–13) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- No-gi no-gi grappling classes — training in a rashguard and shorts, with faster scrambles and a natural bridge to MMA
- Open mat open-mat rolling sessions for members to practice live — always optional and at your own pace
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule kuzushiclubatl.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 770-376-5651
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
The classes they run
“My child absolutely loves attending, and in just a short time, I have seen such a positive change in his confidence, focus, and discipline.”
“I appreciate the expertise Coach Mohammad and Coach Stuart bring to the table when it comes to teaching techniques in Gi and No Gi!”
“I appreciate the expertise Coach Mohammad and Coach Stuart bring to the table when it comes to teaching techniques in Gi and No Gi!”
“And the coaches were kind enough to give me some guidance as well throughout all the rolls during open mat.”
“You can really see the confidence growing in the kids, along with real, practical skills they’ll carry with them on and off the mats.”
“His ability to explain things to people in creative ways paired with his patience in mentoring people at all levels of Jiu jitsu is unmatched.”
Other martial arts here
“We got to work on chaining wrestling techniques and entries to go after leg locks tonight.”
What members say
“Whether you're a beginner or experienced, you’ll find a great community and excellent instruction here.”
“His ability to explain things to people in creative ways paired with his patience in mentoring people at all levels of Jiu jitsu is unmatched.”
“He's dedicated to Jiu Jitsu and providing top notch instruction to his students, and provides one of the most comfortable and family-like cultures for anyone that trains with him!”
“Coach Mohammad and his staff do an excellent job demonstrating techniques, breaking down each movement, and making sure everyone feels comfortable.”
“My child absolutely loves attending, and in just a short time, I have seen such a positive change in his confidence, focus, and discipline.”
“I thought I was going to give jiu-jitsu a try turns out it was a deep-tissue massage and forceful stretching session in a very clean, friendly environment.”
From the reviews
My daughters were so fortunate to get their start in Jui Jitsu with Coach Mohammad. I am an elementary school teacher and recognize that teaching children does not come naturally for everyone.
Kuzushi Club Atlanta is an amazing place to train! Coach Mohammad is top-notch and breaks down techniques in a way that’s easy to understand for all levels. The gym has a great atmosphere—everyone’s welcoming and supportive.
Great gym! Training is top notch and vibes to match. Mohammed is a great instructor and the details are always super helpful. Best kept secret is there's a sauna too!
I cannot say enough great things about Kizushi Club Atlanta Jiu Jitsu! My child absolutely loves attending, and in just a short time, I have seen such a positive change in his confidence, focus, and discipline. The instructors are incredible with children.
New to BJJ? Start at Kuzushi Club Atlanta Jiu Jitsu
Kuzushi Club Atlanta 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.
Your first BJJ class at Kuzushi Club Atlanta 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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