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Veneration Jiu Jitsu LLC
5 ★★★★★ 37 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Jonesboro, Arkansas
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
- No-gi no-gi grappling classes — training in a rashguard and shorts, with faster scrambles and a natural bridge to MMA
- 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 jonesborojiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (870) 565-3004
Hours
| Monday | 5:30–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 5:30–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 4:30–8 PM |
| Thursday | 5:45–7:30 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 8–11 AM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“They offer a variety of classes (Gi, No-Gi, Adults, Kids, Wrestling, Judo, Women's).”
“They offer a variety of classes (Gi, No-Gi, Adults, Kids, Wrestling, Judo, Women's).”
“I got the privilege to roll with a couple of the guys from this gym in a recent tournament.”
“Planning my weekend trip with the family now just so I can make it in on a open mat and train with them some more!”
“If you are after self defense knowledge, a competitive outlet, or a new hobby for you or your loved ones, Veneration jiu jitsu can help you find/meet your goals!”
“The atmosphere is welcoming and supportive, making it a great place for both beginners and experienced practitioners.”
Other martial arts here
“They offer a variety of classes (Gi, No-Gi, Adults, Kids, Wrestling, Judo, Women's).”
“They offer a variety of classes (Gi, No-Gi, Adults, Kids, Wrestling, Judo, Women's).”
What members say
“Professor Jason is a humble, and extremely knowledgeable instructor who invests himself in his students.”
“The atmosphere is welcoming and supportive, making it a great place for both beginners and experienced practitioners.”
“The atmosphere is welcoming and supportive, making it a great place for both beginners and experienced practitioners.”
“highly recommend whether you want to to learn self defense, start doing competitions, get in better shape or just want to start a new hobby.”
“This place is clean, spacious and a great environment for all ages and skills.”
“Either way, I derive a great deal of pleasure and satisfaction out of it.”
From the reviews
Best Jiu-Jitsu school around. Great atmosphere, plenty of opportunities to train through the week. Professor Jason is a humble, and extremely knowledgeable instructor who invests himself in his students. The other coaches who help instruct classes are also very knowledgeable and humble.
Great gym atmosphere and general care. The instructors are all incredibly kind, and are closer to a family then just a BJJ gym. Everyone you roll with will be kind, and are willing to give advice, not in a demeaning but constructive way.
Veneration is a one of a kind gym that offers the best instructors, teammates, and atmosphere! Whether you’re a seasoned practitioner or have no idea what jiu jitsu is, they will welcome you with openness and respect.
A great gym and atmosphere to be around for anyone. This gym is the place to be if you’re wanting to learn jiu-jitsu. Amazing people, amazing instructors, and true sense of family with everyone there.
New to BJJ? Start at Veneration Jiu Jitsu LLC
Veneration Jiu Jitsu LLC 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 Veneration Jiu Jitsu LLC
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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