Been training here for 6+ years and it has absolutely changed my life for the better. Both the level of instruction and amazing community cannot be replicated by any other gym. If you're looking for legit fundamental Gracie Jiu Jitsu look no further than Chattanooga Jiu Jitsu Academy. read more

I spent a few days in Chattanooga on a business trip, and was looking to get some training in while I was there. I emailed Mickey to see if I could attend a few classes, and he invited me to come by. I've been training jiu-jitsu for years, mostly in southern California, and have been lucky enough to train with some great jiu-jiteiros. I really enjoyed the positive atmosphere at Chattanooga Jiu-jitsu Academy. Mickey is affiliated with Ryron and Rener Gracie, the grandchildren of Grandmaster Helio Gracie, who pioneered jiu-jitsu in Brazil. The Gracie brothers are some of the best in the world when it comes to teaching technique, especially from a fundamental level. Mickey does an excellent job of representing them. I had a wonderful time training with Mickey and his students, and am very thankful for their hospitality. If you are in the greater Chattanooga area I would highly suggest checking it out. read more

I asked that you not charge my VISA $125 for the month of May. Sent email 27 April 2019. This was his reply "I'll refund any payments that you have made and make sure you don't get billed again". Never got a refund and charged again. Original email: Feedback Laura G to ChattanoogaGJJ 5 days ago The bluebelt Tuesday who worked with me shoved his kneecap deep into my inner thigh and put all his weight on it and smirked when I said 'ouch'. I had to be assigned a partner every class except one. Feels like a Clic. My second class another blue belt told me "I don't feel like teaching today". When I asked her why, "I'm not allowed to". My feeling is nobody wants to be botherd by the beginner. Dirty mats with random hairs on them. To be fair, you did address the class about helping the newbies. Looking for a more cooperative and laid back environment to learn in. Please no further billing. 3 may 2019 checked VISA bill and $125.00 charge present. Please refund and stop billing read more

My experience with Chattanooga BJJ is not such a great one. Their pricing is not on the website (which makes sense now that I know how expensive it is). I called two times over the course of 4 days and left two messages...never got a call, text, or email back. So then, being determined to find a gym, I drove by. Mickey, the owner, talked to me about the gym and in fairness, it all sounded just fine. The pricing was very expensive (IMO) at $99 for twice a week (that translates to only 2 hours a week) and $130 for unlimited. A few days later, I emailed them asking for some additional info I didn't get while talking to him and guess what...still no response. Now I know that he didn't start the gym to do customer service but if they can't get that right, I am leery to sign up for a whole year with them. I can now recommend Kioto BJJ not far from them. Current pricing is $85 unlimited if you sign up for 12 months but they also offer 6 and 3 month contracts and higher rates. Oh, and when I emailed them at 10:00 pm Sunday night, I had a lengthy email answering all my questions on Monday morning at 7:00. Now to mention the instructor out of there was born in Rio. To be fair, perhaps if you get through the customer service issues and past the high pricing, it might be really great BJJ. Sadly I will never know. read more