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MCC Jiu Jitsu

5 ★★★★★ 28 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Richmond, Kentucky

BJJ gym Free trial Beginners welcome

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
  • Membership memberships run around $70/mo — many academies also offer a discounted first month and family plans, so ask about new-member rates
  • Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
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  • Website & schedule mccjiujitsuky.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (859) 749-2322

Hours

Monday 12–1 PM, 5:30–7 PM
Tuesday 12–1 PM, 5:30–7 PM
Wednesday 12–1 PM, 5:30–7 PM
Thursday 5:30–7 PM
Friday 12–1 PM, 5:30–7 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday 2–3:30 PM

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 MCC Jiu Jitsu, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“If you’re wanting to grapple for self defense, sport bjj, or just to be active this is a great place to do it at.”

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🌱 Beginners 4 mentions

“Even if you’re brand new, this is the perfect place for you!”

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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 MCC Jiu Jitsu — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🏟️ MMA 2 mentions

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🤼 Judo 4 mentions

“There are four black belts here, two of which have high level wrestling and one with a judo black belt.”

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🤸 Wrestling 4 mentions

“There are four black belts here, two of which have high level wrestling and one with a judo black belt.”

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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 28 Google reviews — in their own words.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 6 mentions

“On my first class I was very impressed how technical, energetic the team members were.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 9 mentions

“Friendly training partners, great instructors and lots of laughter all while work towards goals.”

🧼 clean, well-kept mats 3 mentions

“Great gym with wonderful coaches and an amazing team!”

From the reviews

MCC jiu jitsu is an amazing place! There are four black belts here, two of which have high level wrestling and one with a judo black belt. For just $70/month you get access to all of the classes (noon and evening) and a 24/7 membership to M.C. Powerhouse Gym (same building)! Can’t beat that price!

★★★★★ — Landon, Oct 2025

Great place that to learn and grow, the instructors really foster an atmosphere for learning. Friendly training partners, great instructors and lots of laughter all while work towards goals. I recommend anyone that is interested in jujitsu or Jude to try this gym.

★★★★★ — Nathan, Mar 2024

This is a great place to learn BJJ as well as make new friends, everyone that attends class has a positive attitude and a eagerness to learn as well as teach, I’d recommend MCC to anyone interested in learning self defense, or just looking to get more active.

★★★★★ — Brandon, Jun 2026

Great environment, people, and training. Noon and evening classes through the week. Very educational classes and training partners that want you to progress as much as themselves. Can’t recommend enough.

★★★★★ — Matt, Jun 2026

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New to BJJ? Start at MCC Jiu Jitsu

MCC 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.

Check beginner classes on their site

Your first BJJ class at MCC 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 MCC Jiu Jitsu

161 S Estill Ave, Richmond, KY40475

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