BJJ Gyms in North Carolina, United States

Ethos East LA Jiu-Jitsu Clube

East LA Jiu Jitsu is a non-profit Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu school founded in April 2022 by Ron Mukai, Wendy Mukai, and Scott Torres with a mission to change the Eastside through the art of Jiu-Jitsu. With deep roots in East LA spanning 90 years, the founders envisioned a school where students could train regardless of economic status or ability to pay, growing in character through discipline, diligence, respect, and hard work. The school serves over 800 students annually from East LA and Boyle Heights, engaging more than 1,200 families each year and awarding 250 scholarships to students experiencing financial hardship. In July 2025, they opened their second non-profit location, Boyle Heights Jiu Jitsu. East LA Jiu Jitsu is affiliated with Ethos Jiu Jitsu in Fullerton, sharing world-class instructors and a commitment to building character through Jiu-Jitsu. The program provides quality Jiu-Jitsu instruction to all interested students regardless of income, with sliding scale pricing and comprehensive scholarship programs. Students receive loaner gis for their first class, and financial assistance is available for gi purchases. The school's world-class instructors have competed at local, national, and international levels, bringing elite training while focusing on developing students into the best versions of themselves. East LA Jiu Jitsu partners with organizations including Ethos Jiu Jitsu, KIPP SoCal, Chick-fil-A, and Homeboy Industries to serve the community.

Archdale Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Triad Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a welcoming martial arts academy in Archdale, North Carolina, dedicated to transforming lives through the art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Founded and led by Jeff Farlow, who has over 15 years of experience in martial arts, TBJJ offers a safe, clean, and ego-free environment where students of all ages can thrive. Jeff's passion for martial arts was ignited by watching Kung Fu Theater and Bruce Lee's electrifying performances, and he has competed and triumphed in numerous tournaments. His true passion, however, lies in teaching, and his experience instructing all ages gives him a dynamic teaching style that connects with every student. At Triad Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, the focus is on helping people grow and building well-rounded character through martial arts training. The academy offers programs for students starting at age 4, teaching self-confidence, self-discipline, and real self-defense skills. The gym's instructors include Jeff Farlow (Partner/Instructor), Scotty Dennis, John Clark, Dawn Clark, Brian Miller, Nate Rose, Tony Pacholski, David Barnhill, and Mike Harris, creating a supportive team environment. TBJJ's success stories speak volumes - members have experienced significant weight loss, increased confidence, learned to stand up to bullies, and formed lifelong friendships. The gym offers three main programs: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (both Gi and No-Gi), Kids Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for ages 4 and up, and Muay Thai ("Art of Eight Limbs") which pairs perfectly with jiu-jitsu training. Whether you're looking to master grappling and ground fighting techniques, help your child develop character skills, or learn striking arts, Triad Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu provides a second home for martial arts enthusiasts in the Triad area.

10th Planet Asheville, NC

10th Planet Asheville is located inside Rogue Combat Club, WNC’s Premier MMA, BJJ, and Muay Thai facility. They offer classes for men, women, kids, and adults of all experience levels from the everyday to the professional athlete. Founder and Owner Johnny Buck is a 10th Planet Black Belt under Brandon “BMac” Mccaghren, Ex D1 wrestler from The Citadel, a Retired Professional MMA Fighter, Bellator and XFC Veteran, and Multiple Time BJJ World Champion. Rogue Combat Club has produced multiple world titles in both Muay Thai and BJJ and competed on the world level in MMA. Whether you want to get back in shape or compete at the world level, 10th Planet Asheville and Rogue Combat Club has something for you.

Chapel Hill Gracie Jiu Jitsu

Chapel Hill Gracie Jiu JItsu is a family-oriented, self-defense focused martial arts school in Chapel Hill, NC. We offer programs for beginners, upper belts, women, and children. In addition, we offer cardio kickboxing, striking, and personal training. ALL ARE WELCOME. ALL ARE CHALLENGED. Learn, grow, and train self-defense in a diverse, supportive community where everyone belongs. From advanced to beginner, we want everyone feel comfortable at our school. Learn effective self-defense techniques that can be applied in real-world situations from our experienced instructors. Be sure to ask about our women's only class.

Charlotte Jiu-Jitsu Academy

Charlotte Jiu-Jitsu Academy (CJJA) is an unaffiliated Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy in Charlotte, North Carolina, focused on providing high-quality training without politics or cliques. The academy operates on a philosophy of "no bow at the door, no family tree to memorize" - just effective Jiu-Jitsu that works. Whether students train for fun, fitness, or competition, CJJA provides a welcoming environment for practitioners of all levels. The academy offers comprehensive training programs for both adults and children. Adult programs include fundamentals classes in both Gi and No-Gi, advanced training, competition preparation, and specialty programs like Wrestling for Jiu-Jitsu and Judo for Jiu-Jitsu. For children, CJJA runs two age-specific programs: Lil' Pups (ages 4-6) focusing on coordination and self-control, and Bulldogs (ages 7-12) emphasizing Jiu-Jitsu, wrestling, and leadership skills. The academy is known for hosting "the Southeast's best Open Mats" on weekends, providing five hours of training across Saturday and Sunday with no politics, just rolls. The coaching staff at CJJA includes head coach John Piper, alongside accomplished instructors like Dr. Jennifer "Dr.JenJitsu" Case (13x IBJJF Masters World Champion, BJJ black belt since 2016, PhD in Human Nutrition and Performance), and a team of over 20 dedicated coaches specializing in various aspects of Jiu-Jitsu, wrestling, and judo. The academy provides a unique On-Demand video service allowing members to review their rolls captured in 4K with multiple angles, helping students analyze and improve their technique.