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Triad Martial Arts Academy

4.8 ★★★★★ 94 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Cullman, Alabama

BJJ gym Kids & teens Private lessons

Plan your first class

  • 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
  • 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
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Hours

Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

Hours shift for holidays, seminars, and open-gym times — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

BJJ classes on the schedule at Triad Martial Arts Academy, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 18 mentions

“My son has been attending karate classes there for a year and a half now, and he loves every minute of it!”

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💪 Women's BJJ

“Many different class times and great women's class.”

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Teens BJJ 2 mentions

“Be you child, teenager, or adult, this is the best place to learn and train in martial arts.”

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👤 Private Lessons

“I was in the area, visiting, and scheduled a private lesson with Daniel (academy owner).”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 5 mentions

“Our Kyoshi, Johnny Lee Smith, is also the founder of SSGT (Strategic Self-Defence & Gunfighting Tactics) which is training used my law enforcement throughout the southeast.”

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Other martial arts here

BJJ gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at Triad Martial Arts Academy — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🏟️ MMA 4 mentions

“Whether your goal is to become a professional MMA fighter, or just to make friends & get in shape while learning practical self-defense.”

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🎽 Karate 5 mentions

“My son has been attending karate classes there for a year and a half now, and he loves every minute of it!”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want MMA, muay thai, or wrestling alongside your BJJ, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 94 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 3 mentions

“The head instructor, Daniel O'Brien, is a WORLD CLASS martial artist and has a very unique approach and a deep knowledge 2nd to none.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 4 mentions

“You'll also find the other instructors and the students to be some of the nicest and most welcoming people you'll ever meet.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 11 mentions

“You'll also find the other instructors and the students to be some of the nicest and most welcoming people you'll ever meet.”

💵 good value / fair pricing 2 mentions

“The classes were taught with a great deal of patience, and they showcased great techniques and concepts.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 5 mentions

“He has learned discipline, the importance of physical activity and healthy eating, as well as valuable karate and self defense skills.”

From the reviews

I took Teakwondo for 15 years, and made it to a 2nd degree black belt. I was a little hesitant to sign my daughter up just because it was a different style of Karate. Daniel O'Brian is a brilliant instructor, and teacher.

★★★★★ — Richard, Jun 2021

I can't say enough positive words about Triad Martial Arts Academy! My son has been attending karate classes there for a year and a half now, and he loves every minute of it! He has learned discipline, the importance of physical activity and healthy eating, as well as valuable karate and self defense skills.

★★★★★ — Melanie, Aug 2019

Our daughter has attended Triad for over 2 years now and it has been an amazing experience for her! Triad has amazing instructors who truly care about seeing their students excel in Martial Arts.

★★★★★ — Kelly, Aug 2019

This place has been the very best thing for my son! Triad has taught him self control, self confidence, coordination and countless new skills! I mean it when I say they have made a genuine change in my childs disposition! He looks up to Daniel so much and admires him for his hard work and discipline!

★★★★★ — Heather, Aug 2019

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Your first BJJ class at Triad 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. 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.

BJJ is a contact sport. Ease in, tap early and often, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Triad Martial Arts Academy

1708 Tallyho St SW, Cullman, AL35055

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