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Mountain Division Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 83 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Fletcher, North Carolina
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 8–13) — 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 mountaindivisionjiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 828-712-2877
Hours
| Monday | 5–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 5–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 5–8 pm |
| Thursday | 5–8 pm |
| Friday | 11 am–12 pm |
| Saturday | 8:30 am–12 am |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The curriculum is well-structured, focusing on fundamental techniques while also emphasizing discipline, respect, and teamwork.”
“We’ve been part of Mountain Division’s kids’ Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program for over 5 years, and it has been an outstanding experience for our children.”
“I have found new confidence in myself as a woman and mom of littles to be able to defend myself against an attacker, and hurt them if need be.”
“Mountain Division has quickly become a very special place for me - I have so much fun each class & open mat - and there are SO MANY couples and women training here!”
“My children have not only learned practical self-defense skills but have also gained confidence, improved focus, and developed better physical coordination.”
“The classes are structured so that children of all skill levels can progress at their own pace, making it a great fit for beginners as well as those with more experience.”
Other martial arts here
“In January I added Kickboxing and learned even more skills that strengthened me mentally and physically.”
What members say
“Everyone was very welcoming, friendly, and interested in working through not on the technical aspects of BJJ, but also the principles behind what we were reviewing.”
“Coach Brad and his other instructors are incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and supportive, creating a positive environment where kids feel both challenged and encouraged.”
“The curriculum is well-structured, focusing on fundamental techniques while also emphasizing discipline, respect, and teamwork.”
“As a bonus, you will watch your child's confidence build along the way.”
“The members are supportive, the gym is clean, and Brad is knowledgeable and breaks down movements and positions clearly.”
“Mountain Division has quickly become a very special place for me - I have so much fun each class & open mat - and there are SO MANY couples and women training here!”
From the reviews
We’ve been part of Mountain Division’s kids’ Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program for over 5 years, and it has been an outstanding experience for our children. Coach Brad and his other instructors are incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and supportive, creating a positive environment where kids feel both challenged and…
I have been attending Jiu-jitsu classes here for almost 1 year as a newbie beginner, and I have loved every bit of the experience. The classes have great attention to fundamentals for beginners and advanced persons in their Jiu-jitsu journey.
Martial arts has been my lifelong passion, and over the past 30 years, I’ve had the privilege of training with a variety of outstanding instructors. When I relocated to Asheville, I set out to find a BJJ school that offered top-tier instruction in a safe and welcoming environment.
Mountain Division Jiu Jitsu is a fantastic place to train. There is a very welcoming atmosphere, and a great group of friendly people. The gym itself is clean and comfortable, with a separate lounge area which has TV’s and a standing video game.
New to BJJ? Start at Mountain Division Jiu Jitsu
Mountain Division 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 Mountain Division 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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