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BJJ Classes in Hickory, NC
Hickory has 4 BJJ gyms — including 3 with a free trial, 4 beginner-friendly, and 4 with kids' classes. Every listing is ranked by what members say (Google rating weighted by review count) and shows live open-now hours and the classes each gym runs, so you can find your academy and book your first class. All levels welcome — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start.
Atlantic MMA, Inc.
4.9 ★★★★★ 198 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
MMA, boxing, jujitsu and kickboxing classes are offered at this family-friendly gym for all ages and genders.
Fenix Jiu Jitsu MMA
4.9 ★★★★★ 141 reviews
Fight for It & Co.
5 ★★★★★ 100 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Gym focusing on combat sports such as Muay Thai kickboxing, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, and boxing, plus MMA.
True Jiu-Jitsu and Fitness
5 ★★★★★ 23 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Good to know in Hickory
2 of the 4 gyms with posted hours are open on Sundays.
Plan your first class
These gyms offer a free trial, free first class, or intro offer — the low-risk way to try BJJ before you commit. Check each gym's schedule for the current offer.
- Atlantic MMA, Inc. ★★★★★ 4.9 (198)
- Fight for It & Co. ★★★★★ 5 (100)
- True Jiu-Jitsu and Fitness ★★★★★ 5 (23)
New to BJJ?
These gyms are called out by members as welcoming to beginners — go at your own pace, ask questions, and know that rolling builds up slowly and tapping keeps it safe. Everyone in the room started with a first class.
- Atlantic MMA, Inc. ★★★★★ 4.9 (198)
- Fenix Jiu Jitsu MMA ★★★★★ 4.9 (141)
- Fight for It & Co. ★★★★★ 5 (100)
Kids & teen BJJ in Hickory
These gyms run kids' or youth classes — supervised, confidence-building, and focused on discipline and self-defense. Check each gym's schedule for age groups and times.
- Atlantic MMA, Inc. ★★★★★ 4.9 (198)
- Fenix Jiu Jitsu MMA ★★★★★ 4.9 (141)
- Fight for It & Co. ★★★★★ 5 (100)
BJJ in Hickory: quick answers
- How much does BJJ cost a month in Hickory?
- Most Hickory gyms don't post prices online. BJJ is usually sold as a monthly membership, and rates vary by academy. Many offer a free or discounted first class, so you can visit before you commit — see our cost guide for typical price ranges.
- Do any Hickory gyms offer a free trial or free first class?
- Yes — 3 of the 4 gyms in Hickory advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro offer, including Atlantic MMA, Inc., Fight for It & Co., True Jiu-Jitsu and Fitness. Offers change, so confirm on the gym's site before you go.
- I'm a total beginner — can I start BJJ in Hickory?
- Yes. BJJ welcomes complete beginners, and you don't need to be fit or have any experience first — the training gets you in shape. 4 Hickory gyms are highlighted by members as beginner-friendly. Rolling (live sparring) builds up slowly, a good gym never pressures newcomers, and tapping keeps every roll safe — just leave your ego at the door.
- Are there kids' BJJ classes in Hickory?
- Yes — 4 Hickory gyms run kids' or youth BJJ, with some classes starting as young as age 4. Youth programs focus on confidence, discipline, and fun in a supervised setting; check each gym's schedule for age groups and times.