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Three Rivers Martial Arts Academy
4.8 ★★★★★ 23 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Paducah, Kentucky
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
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule threeriversacademy.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 270-564-5804
Hours
| Monday | 4–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 4–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 4–8 pm |
| Thursday | 4–8 pm |
| Friday | 2–6 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–2 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My father, husband, 3 children and I have trained here for 12 years and still going!”
“I've taken private lessons in Gracie Jiu-Jitsu under Royce Gracie Black Belt Jason Hawkins for several years now.”
“This is hands down the most all encompassing martial arts studio to prepare you for self defense and a lifetime of self discipline and growth!”
Other martial arts here
“Some of the styles that I have see taught include Gracie Juijitsu, karate, Tai Chi, Russian Systema, Filipino martial arts, knife and gun defense, judo, Kali, and others.”
“Some of the styles that I have see taught include Gracie Juijitsu, karate, Tai Chi, Russian Systema, Filipino martial arts, knife and gun defense, judo, Kali, and others.”
What members say
“Three Rivers is an amazing school with high level instruction and a loving, friendly environment.”
“And my favorite part is that they are teaching my kids self-confidence, self-control, and how to deal with bullies in a healthy way.”
“Some of the styles that I have see taught include Gracie Juijitsu, karate, Tai Chi, Russian Systema, Filipino martial arts, knife and gun defense, judo, Kali, and others.”
“This is hands down the most all encompassing martial arts studio to prepare you for self defense and a lifetime of self discipline and growth!”
From the reviews
I have been studying at Three Rivers Martial Arts Academy for 10 years. The knowledge of the instructors span several martial arts. Some of the styles that I have see taught include Gracie Juijitsu, karate, Tai Chi, Russian Systema, Filipino martial arts, knife and gun defense, judo, Kali, and others.
No doubt the best martial arts school in Paducah. Awesome classes that offer a variety of subjects, but even more, great instructors. Atmosphere is perfect for learning! The best place to start or continue your learning.
My father, husband, 3 children and I have trained here for 12 years and still going! The instructors are awesome and so good with every age/level. Very encouraging atmosphere. And my favorite part is that they are teaching my kids self-confidence, self-control, and how to deal with bullies in a healthy way.
This is hands down the most all encompassing martial arts studio to prepare you for self defense and a lifetime of self discipline and growth! The owner is incredibly well pedigreed in so many arts from his world travels and lifetime of experience I would challenge anyone to find a more established and accomplished…
Your first BJJ class at Three Rivers Martial Arts 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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