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One Nation Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 180 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Smyrna, 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 — 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
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule onenationjiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (615) 459-5248
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–7:45 PM |
| Tuesday | 10 AM–7:45 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–7:45 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–7:45 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–6 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Coach Geo, Clint, and Tyler have taken care of my son for the past 8 months in his after school program.”
“These folks do alot for the local competitors and I would recommend ONJJ for anyone looking to train and dip themselves in the world of competition.”
“If you’re looking for an after school program for your child, or to try jiu jitsu for self defense for yourself or even start competing, you should give ONJJ a try.”
“They are very professional, encouraging, patient with all the students, no matter if you are a beginner or if you have several years under your belt.”
What members say
“To have access to a coach that is one of the best active grapplers in the state is priceless.”
“They are very professional, encouraging, patient with all the students, no matter if you are a beginner or if you have several years under your belt.”
“The team culture is very welcoming—training partners were always supportive and especially helpful with beginners.”
“These folks do alot for the local competitors and I would recommend ONJJ for anyone looking to train and dip themselves in the world of competition.”
“Very clean facility, dressing rooms clean and plenty of space.”
“Price-wise, I’ve trained at several gyms (after moving states a few times), and this one is very affordable compared to others.”
From the reviews
We joined One Nation a year ago after we moved to the area. My son (9yr old at the time) was hesitant because he loved his old gym. We were going to try out 3 gyms, but after 1 class at One Nation he was hooked.
My son started the summer camp and training in June. He is now in the afterschool program and has competed in two competitions. I've never seen the young man look forward to anything more than he looks forward to his training and competitions (except maybe Christmas :) ).
After years of playing traditional team sports, my sons expressed an interest in dedicating their efforts into something with longevity after their high school careers and into adulthood. Within weeks of training at One Nation, I noticed a huge difference in their self confidence and respect towards others.
Celebrating 6 Months of Growth and Grit at One Nation BJJ It’s been an incredible six months watching our daughter grow through her Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu journey at One Nation BJJ.
New to BJJ? Start at One Nation Jiu Jitsu
One Nation 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 One Nation 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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