Charlotte Jiu-Jitsu Academy
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Charlotte Jiu-Jitsu Academy is an unaffiliated Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy in the NoDa neighborhood offering gi and no-gi training alongside wrestling and judo classes. The academy has produced 9 IBJJF World Champions and earned 27+ world titles, with many coaches actively competing. Beginners are welcome regardless of experience level. The academy offers dedicated programs for kids (ages 4–12), women, and visiting martial artists, with regular open mats. On-site facilities include a parent viewing area for kids classes and water stations. The gym places strong emphasis on community, inclusivity, and safety, including specialized abuse-prevention training.
Training
- Styles
- Jiu Jitsu · Gi / No-Gi
- Affiliation
- USBJJF
Programmes
- Kids classes
- Open mat
Your first visit
- Trial
- Free first class
- Beginners
- No experience needed
- Visiting from another gym
- Visitors welcome
Timetable this week
Monday
BeginnersJiu JitsuDeclan Morrissey
IntermediateJiu JitsuTechniqueJohn Piper
BeginnersJiu JitsuZachary Alatorre-Davies
Jiu JitsuKidsages 7–12Coach Jacob / Coach Brianna
BeginnersJiu JitsuEli Knight
TakedownsKyle Briggs
Tuesday
BeginnersJiu JitsuDavid "Panda" Patterson
IntermediateJiu JitsuTechniqueJohn Piper
BeginnersJiu JitsuEli Knight
Jiu JitsuKidsages 4–6Coach Jacob / Coach Alex
BeginnersJiu JitsuJohn Piper
Jiu JitsuKidsages 7–12Coach Jacob / Coach Brianna
IntermediateJiu JitsuTechniqueZachary Alatorre-Davies
Wednesday
BeginnersJiu JitsuDeclan Morrissey
CompetitionJiu JitsuJohn Piper
BeginnersJiu JitsuEli Knight
Jiu JitsuKidsages 7–12Coach Jacob / Coach Brianna
BeginnersJiu JitsuZachary Alatorre-Davies
Jiu JitsuKidsages 4–6Coach Jacob / Coach Alex
TakedownsKyle Briggs
Thursday
BeginnersJiu JitsuBen Sugarwala
IntermediateJiu JitsuTechniqueJohn Piper
BeginnersJiu JitsuEli Knight
Jiu JitsuKidsages 4–6Coach Jacob / Coach Alex
BeginnersJiu JitsuJohn Piper / Lance Breeden
Jiu JitsuKidsages 7–12Coach Jacob / Coach Brianna
IntermediateJiu JitsuTechniqueZachary Alatorre-Davies
Friday
Jiu JitsuZachary Durst
IntermediateJiu JitsuTechniqueJohn Piper
BeginnersJiu JitsuZachary Alatorre-Davies
BeginnersJiu JitsuZachary Alatorre-Davies
BeginnersJiu JitsuShawn M Flowers
IntermediateJiu JitsuTechniqueJaylen Rhoney
Saturday
Jiu JitsuDeclan Morrissey
Sunday
Jiu JitsuMike Burke
Opening hours
- Monday
- 06:45-08:00, 12:00-13:30, 16:30-19:30
- Tuesday
- 06:45-08:00, 12:00-13:30, 16:30-20:00
- Wednesday
- 06:45-08:00, 12:00-13:30, 16:30-19:30
- Thursday
- 06:45-08:00, 12:00-13:30, 16:30-20:00
- Friday
- 06:45-08:00, 12:00-13:30, 16:30-19:00
- Saturday
- 09:00-12:00
- Sunday
- 11:00-13:00
Prices
MonthlyMembershiptwice a weekNo contract
US$150.00MonthlyMembershipNo contract
US$180.00Monthlyages 4–6Membershiptwice a weekNo contract
US$125.00Monthlyages 7–12Membershiptwice a weekNo contract
US$125.00Monthlyages 7–12MembershipNo contract
US$150.00MonthlyAdd-onvalid 30 days
US$10.00From the gym's website, checked 27 September 2026.
Coaches
- John Piper
Head coachJiu Jitsu
- Dr. Jen Case
CoachJiu Jitsu
- Eli Knight
CoachJiu Jitsu · Black Belt
- Lance Breeden
CoachJiu Jitsu
- David "Panda" Patterson
CoachJiu Jitsu
- Ben Sugarwala
CoachJiu Jitsu
- Jeff "Dad" Baker
CoachJiu Jitsu
- John Morgan
CoachJiu Jitsu
- Zachary Durst
CoachJiu Jitsu
- Jaylen Rhoney
CoachJiu Jitsu
- Michael Burke
CoachJiu Jitsu
- Dave Bannan
CoachJiu Jitsu
- Shammah Womack
CoachJiu Jitsu
- Zachary Alatorre-Davies
CoachJiu Jitsu
- Christian O'Brien
CoachJiu Jitsu
- Shawn Flowers
CoachJiu Jitsu
- Jason Tacker
CoachJudo
- Will Coggin
CoachJiu Jitsu
- Declan Morrissey
CoachJiu Jitsu
- Daniel Verhovsek
CoachWrestling
- Kyle Briggs
CoachWrestling
- Jacob Polansky
Head coachJiu Jitsu · Brown Belt
- Brianna DeDeaux-Boyd
Assistant coachJiu Jitsu · Purple Belt
- Alex Frey
Assistant coachJiu Jitsu
- Kimie Siefring
Assistant coachJiu Jitsu
Facilities
- Viewing area
Contact
- info@cltbjj.com
- Website
- https://charlotte-bjj.com
- @charlottejiujitsuacademy
Questions about Charlotte Jiu-Jitsu Academy
Where is Charlotte Jiu-Jitsu Academy?
Charlotte Jiu-Jitsu Academy is at 2508 N Davidson St, Charlotte, NC 28205, USA.
Which sports does Charlotte Jiu-Jitsu Academy teach?
Charlotte Jiu-Jitsu Academy is listed for Jiu Jitsu, Wrestling and Judo.
Can I try Charlotte Jiu-Jitsu Academy before joining?
Yes. Your first class at Charlotte Jiu-Jitsu Academy is free.
When are the beginner classes at Charlotte Jiu-Jitsu Academy?
Charlotte Jiu-Jitsu Academy runs classes open to beginners on Monday 06:45, Monday 16:30 and Monday 16:45.
When is Charlotte Jiu-Jitsu Academy open?
Charlotte Jiu-Jitsu Academy is open Monday 06:45-08:00, 12:00-13:30 and 16:30-19:30; Tuesday 06:45-08:00, 12:00-13:30 and 16:30-20:00; Wednesday 06:45-08:00, 12:00-13:30 and 16:30-19:30; Thursday 06:45-08:00, 12:00-13:30 and 16:30-20:00; Friday 06:45-08:00, 12:00-13:30 and 16:30-19:00; Saturday 09:00-12:00; Sunday 11:00-13:00.
How much does Charlotte Jiu-Jitsu Academy cost?
Prices at Charlotte Jiu-Jitsu Academy: Adults, twice weekly: US$150.00 a month, Adults, unlimited: US$180.00 a month, Kids Lil' Pups (4-6), twice weekly: US$125.00 a month, Kids Bulldogs (7-12), twice weekly: US$125.00 a month, Kids Bulldogs (7-12), unlimited: US$150.00 a month and CJJA On Demand: US$10.00 a month.
Can I train at Charlotte Jiu-Jitsu Academy when visiting from another gym?
Yes. Charlotte Jiu-Jitsu Academy welcomes visitors from other gyms.
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