Charlotte
Jiu-Jitsu
Academy

No Politics. No Cliques. Just Training.

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5.0 on Google · 140+ Reviews 98% Recommended on Facebook · 62 Reviews

The Receipts

0 IBJJF World Titles
0 World Champions made on the Mats
0 Five-Star Google Reviews

And counting.

Are you next?

Programs

Pick a path. Get on the mat.

DAY 1 NO-GI BASICS

New here? This 30-minute No-Gi intro is just for white belts in their first 3 months.

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BJJ FUNDAMENTALS

Build your foundation. Gi and No-Gi fundamentals classes daily.

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CJJA KIDS

Kids ages 4-12? We've got them. Lil' Pups (4-6) and Bulldogs (7-12) learn confidence, discipline, and Jiu-Jitsu in a fun, supportive way.

Kids Schedule

OPEN MAT

The Southeast's best Open Mats. 2 Days. 5 hours. No politics. Just rolls. Previous experience required.

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Why CJJA

Built different on purpose.

Unaffiliated

Train with anyone. No politics, no drama.

TRAIN 7 DAYS A WEEK

4-5 classes daily plus weekend open mats. Morning, noon, and night.

Transparent Pricing

No contracts. No hidden fees. Cancel anytime.

Free First Class

Try before you commit. No pressure.

Don't take our word for it

Hear it from the mat.

★★★★★

"I've trained around the world. California, Thailand, Brazil, Mexico, England, Australia. Charlotte JJ is world-class. Everyone has the same values: be clean, be respectful, and have fun."

Google Review

★★★★★

"They've somehow managed to create an environment that's simultaneously world-class, friendly, and ridiculously addictive. The instructors are knowledgeable, patient, and occasionally sadistic."

Google Review

★★★★★

"John is the man. Despite being busy and having tons of students, he always takes the time to show he cares. He's genuinely welcoming and creates an environment where everyone feels like they belong."

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Welcome to Charlotte Jiu-Jitsu Academy!

Charlotte Jiu-Jitsu Academy isn't your average martial arts school. We're unaffiliated, no politics, no cliques, just real training with good people. You don't need to bow at the door or memorize a family tree, unless you want to.

We're here to teach Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) that works, in a way that makes sense and keeps you coming back. Whether you're rolling for fun, fitness, or gold medals, and whether you're brand new or coming from another gym, you'll feel at home here.