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RMA Jiu Jitsu Academy
5 ★★★★★ 74 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Nolensville, 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 rmajiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 615-819-2124
Hours
| Monday | 7–8 am, 11 am–12 pm, 4:45–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 4:15–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 7–8 am, 11 am–12 pm, 4:45–9 pm |
| Thursday | 4:15–9 pm |
| Friday | 7–8 am, 11 am–12 pm, 4:45–6:15 pm |
| Saturday | 11 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My son loves his classes, which are both effective and fun, and the difference in my son's confidence level after a few short weeks of training was noticeable.”
“Just attend the next tournament and you’ll see the RMA talent in winning fashion.”
“What sets RMA Jujitsu apart is their emphasis on practical self-defense techniques.”
“Whether you're a beginner or an experienced practitioner, this gym offers a welcoming environment to learn and improve your Jiu-Jitsu skills.”
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What members say
“The knowledgeable instructors, supportive community, and well-rounded training experience make it an outstanding martial arts academy.”
“From day one, the welcoming atmosphere and passionate community embraced us, making it more than just a martial arts academy – it became our second home.”
“From day one, the welcoming atmosphere and passionate community embraced us, making it more than just a martial arts academy – it became our second home.”
“They have a remarkable ability to break down complex techniques into easily understandable steps, making learning Jujitsu both enjoyable and rewarding.”
“The adult classes are equally impressive, providing a great workout and a deep dive into the art of Jiu Jitsu.”
“My son loves his classes, which are both effective and fun, and the difference in my son's confidence level after a few short weeks of training was noticeable.”
From the reviews
My name is Abdul, and RMA is a very good place with great coaches and amazing hospitality. Me and my brother Umar has been going there since November 2020, before 2020 we were going to the old gym before it was closed down, and now we are Grey Belts and also my 5 year old little brother also joined RMA in august along…
We have been proud parents of RMA Jiu Jitsu for 9 years now. We knew that the school had the best reputation in town, but it's one thing to hear about it, and it's another thing to experience it. We are greatly thankful to Professor Marcelo and Coach John for being such outstanding individuals. Such good role models.
Starting my Jiu Jitsu journey at RMA has been the best decision I've ever made. My wife and sons train here and it has been, hands-down, the best decision we've made. Personally, I feel more confident in many ways, I've lost 30 lbs, and have made many friends along the way.
Love love love RMA! It has become a second family in a season where my family and I really needed one! Professor and his family are incredible. Encouraging, kind, and obviously extremely knowledgeable and wants to see you succeed! The other coaches are great!
New to BJJ? Start at RMA Jiu Jitsu Academy
RMA Jiu Jitsu Academy 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 RMA Jiu Jitsu Academy
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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