Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a grappling-based martial art founded by brothers Carlos and Helio Gracie in the 1920s. From the very beginning, BJJ has always been about using leverage, patience, balance, efficiency, and technique to defend against attacks and overcome a stronger opponent.
Carlos and Helio Gracie practiced their art of jiu jitsu by challenging various fighters from multiple martial arts backgrounds in a series of “anything goes” fights (Gracie and Danaher, 2003). Sixty years later, the sons, nephews, and grandsons of Carlos and Helio carried their martial art to the United States where they began to spread the power of BJJ to all who were willing to learn…or challenge. Today, thanks to the growth of mixed martial arts (MMA), BJJ is one of the most popular martial arts in the world.
Renzo Gracie is the grandson of Carlos Gracie and he continues to serve as an ambassador and leader in the movement to spread BJJ around the world. At Renzo Gracie Clarksville, we are committed to providing a safe environment where students from all walks of life can continue the great legacy of BJJ.
30 minute classes for ages 3 to 5 held Mon.-Thurs. at 4:30 PM. Students must be fully potty-trained.
60 minute classes for ages 6 to 9 held Tuesday & Thursday at 5:00 PM. No previous experience necessary.
60 minute classes for ages 10 to 13 held Monday & Wednesday at 5:00 PM.
60 minute classes for ages 8 to 13 held Saturday at 10:00 AM
60 minute sessions for ages 8 to 13 held Sunday at Noon on the Judo mats.
60 minute classes for ages 8 to 13 held Saturday at 10:00 AM
Intro to BJJ teaches the basics of movement and terminology Every Fri. at 5:00 PM to ages 10 & up. Free to the public.
Ages 14 & up. Classes are designed to be appropriate for all-levels. Larger classes are often split into lower and upper belts.
90 minute class held Tues. & Thurs. at 6:00 AM & Noon, plus Mon. at 6:00 PM.
60 minute class held Saturday at 11:00 AM. Ages 14+ or with permission of instructor.
120 minute session held Saturday at 1:00 PM and Sunday at Noon.
90 minute classes for ages 14+ held Friday at 6:00 PM. Geared specifically for those who are focused on competing.
Luke Backes is a brown belt and the Renzo Gracie Clarksville Competition Coach.
