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Militia Mixed Martial Arts & American Jiu-Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 86 Google reviews · BJJ gym in East Ridge, Tennessee
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 3–15) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Women's classes dedicated women's BJJ classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- Private lessons private, one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- 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 militiamixedmartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (423) 654-3012
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–12:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My daughter is a member of the kids classes with Coach Stephanie and this woman is a rockstar!”
“), I really appreciate that they offer a women’s only class where no guys are allowed in.”
“Coach Tom has taught him so many amazing skills that he was able to compete at his first NAGA tournament in October.”
“If you are looking to learn some self defense, get in shape, or just looking to improve yourself check them out!”
“Coach Tom is a phenomenal instructor and knows how to really break down the techniques for all skill levels.”
Other martial arts here
“Tom and Stef have such a strong passion for this sport and for MMA, as a whole, that it becomes infectious and addicting.”
“Coach Tom does very well with showing structure and breaks everything down so it’s clear with Mauy Thai and boxing.”
“I highly recommend this gym for anyone interested in MMA, Kickboxing or BJJ for superb training from a Legit legend in the sport and a welcoming family environment.”
“There's a different type of class for everyone, from Jiu Jitsu to wrestling to boxing to Muy Thai.”
What members say
“Coach Tom has taught him so many amazing skills that he was able to compete at his first NAGA tournament in October.”
“Not only are the classes amazing but Tom is very welcoming and the gym is just an overall positive environment.”
“Everyone is so incredibly supportive of each other and if you look at the gym’s current stats, it’s obvious the coaches are good at what they do.”
“We knew when Tom came here this was where we wanted to train because his knowledge and teaching techniques are beyond compare.”
“This is a great way to increase your child's confidence and exhaust their energy.”
“Coach Tom has taught him so many amazing skills that he was able to compete at his first NAGA tournament in October.”
From the reviews
I can not say enough great things about this gym, Tom and Steph are fantastic coaches. Great training and they will make you feel at home here. Go check them out! You will not be disappointed!
When I moved to the area I was looking for a gym that would push me to my limits but be my safe haven. Militia is that, for me. Finding a strong female presence to train under in the sport of Jiu Jitsu is far and few between, and the ladies that train at Militia are some of the best people I've ever had the pleasure…
If your looking for a MMA and Ju Jitsu school, then this is your place. I've been here since the day it opened and I can easily say it has changed my life. Coach Tom, Stefanie and John are amazing people. Beyond their credentials, their personalities are well suited for coaching.
Amazing place to train, Tom and Stefani are awesome trainers and really break everything down in a way to easily understand and make you feel at home. Update, after nearly 2 yrs training here I can honestly say this place has me in the best shape of my life, and the training is hands down the best I've ever…
New to BJJ? Start at Militia Mixed Martial Arts & American Jiu-Jitsu
Militia Mixed Martial Arts & American 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.
Your first BJJ class at Militia Mixed Martial Arts & American 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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