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Renzo Gracie South Carolina
5 ★★★★★ 104 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Anderson, South Carolina
Part of Renzo Gracie Academy
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 — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Women's classes dedicated women's BJJ classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- 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 renzograciesc.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (864) 532-1395
Hours
| Monday | 10:30 AM–1 PM, 4:30–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 6:30–8 AM, 10 AM–1 PM, 4:30–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–12 PM, 5:30–8 PM |
| Thursday | 6–8 AM, 10:30 AM–1 PM, 4:30–8 PM |
| Friday | 9:30 AM–12 PM, 5:30–6:30 PM |
| Saturday | 10:30 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | 10:30 AM–1 PM |
The classes they run
“With more kids classes than anyone else around!”
“I started in women’s class and now going to others bc I feel safe to do so.”
“Whether your goal is to compete, get in shape, or just learn self-defense, this is the place to be.”
“Was lucky enough to drop in for an open mat and was met with nothing but smiles and good times.”
“I would recommend this place to anyone whether they are looking for competition based sport to self defense.”
“Whether you're a complete beginner or have some jujitsu experience, I highly recommend this gym.”
What members say
“It's an opportunity to learn from knowledgeable instructors, meet new people, and challenge yourself in a supportive and enjoyable environment.”
“Whether you're a complete beginner or have some jujitsu experience, I highly recommend this gym.”
“It's an opportunity to learn from knowledgeable instructors, meet new people, and challenge yourself in a supportive and enjoyable environment.”
“I would recommend this place to anyone whether they are looking for competition based sport to self defense.”
“I've been doing Jiu-Jitsu for 16 years and have trained at all kinds of gyms, Renzo's in Anderson is a great gym.”
“I've been doing Jiu-Jitsu for 16 years and have trained at all kinds of gyms, Renzo's in Anderson is a great gym.”
From the reviews
Recently I’ve had the pleasure of attending a women’s jujitsu class here every Wednesday and let me tell you, its always an absolute blast! From start to finish, the experience is always filled with excitement, learning, and a whole lot of laughter. First and foremost, the instructors (pj and ally) are incredible.
This place is amazing! PJ is easy going and very accommodating. With more kids classes than anyone else around! A possible 4 a week. I noticed a positive change in my 9-year-old daughter right away. Off the highway, next to the lake and restaurants. Nothing prepares your kid for the world like BJJ. Do hard things.
I was visiting the town on my business trip. Reached out for a drop in class, got a really fast & welcoming response from PJ. Signed pretty quick once there. The class was great! Lots of students but not crowded as the mat area was quite large. Great drills, conditional and regular sparrings! Would love to come back!
Started this gym in January and love it. Community is 10/10; Coach is great, but he def missed his calling as a mother. The man has eyes in the back of his head AND on the sides. Luckily, he’s very patient when he sees idk what I’m doing. Personal fav part: they always have LMNT and energy drinks in the fridge 😋
New to BJJ? Start at Renzo Gracie South Carolina
Renzo Gracie South Carolina 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 Renzo Gracie South Carolina
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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