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Victory Martial Arts BJJ

5 ★★★★★ 59 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Granite Falls, North Carolina

BJJ gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Competition team

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
  • Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule victorymartialartsbjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (828) 218-5018

Hours

Monday 6:30–8 PM
Tuesday 5:30–8 PM
Wednesday 6:30–8 PM
Thursday 5:30–8 PM
Friday 6:30–8 PM
Saturday 9–10 AM
Sunday Closed

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 Victory Martial Arts BJJ, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 21 mentions

“He can command the attention and respect of 30+ kids who's default mode consists of bouncing off the walls in an environment where it's safe to do so.”

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🏆 Competition Team

“The environment is welcoming to beginners, challenging to competitors, and empowering for anyone seeking growth.”

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🌱 Beginners 2 mentions

“The environment is welcoming to beginners, challenging to competitors, and empowering for anyone seeking growth.”

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What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 59 Google reviews — in their own words.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 8 mentions

“If it's your first day training or you are a seasoned grappler Victory Martial Arts is the place to gain skill.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 14 mentions

“You'll be joining not only a gym but a family that gathers not only on the mats but also off for fellowship through meals and events outside of the gym.”

📘 strong technique & fundamentals 7 mentions

“It's a wonderful and encouraging atmosphere where they learn skills, technique, teamwork and discipline.”

🧒 strong kids program 3 mentions

“My daughter absolutely love classes at Victory she takes up to classes a week and we love that it's unlimited at the cost.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 8 mentions

“We've had our daughter in the youth class since August 2023 and she loves it and has built a tremendous amount of confidence.”

From the reviews

Coach Jake has a gift. He can command the attention and respect of 30+ kids who's default mode consists of bouncing off the walls in an environment where it's safe to do so. He's figured out how to be strict and assertive, without being mean. He sets achievable high standards for behavior and performance.

★★★★★ — David, Nov 2025

VMA is a great place to train Jiu-Jitsu. The instructors and fellow members are extremely knowledgeable, patient and eager to help you learn. The instructors take a quality over quantity approach to teaching techniques and instead of showing a large number of techniques they only show a few in order to provide ample…

★★★★★ — Mike, Oct 2023

Great place to train! If it's your first day training or you are a seasoned grappler Victory Martial Arts is the place to gain skill. They have great classes throughout the week that accommodate a busy lifestyle. Victory Martial Arts also has an exceptional kids class promotes discipline and hard work.

★★★★★ — Joe, Oct 2023

My daughter absolutely love classes at Victory she takes up to classes a week and we love that it's unlimited at the cost. Her coach(s) are patient with her and all the kids. They teach discipline and as a parent I can appreciate it

★★★★★ — Bookishnightowl, Nov 2025

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New to BJJ? Start at Victory Martial Arts BJJ

Victory Martial Arts BJJ 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.

Check beginner classes on their site

Your first BJJ class at Victory Martial Arts BJJ

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.

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 Victory Martial Arts BJJ

2741 Connelly Springs Rd, Granite Falls, NC28630

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