Open Source Jiu-Jitsu
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Open Source Jiu-Jitsu is an independent Brazilian jiu-jitsu academy in Asheville, North Carolina, named after the open source software movement and proudly unaffiliated with any association or master. Classes run in both gi and no-gi, from a rolling fundamentals curriculum to advanced and open rounds, with a women's program and separate kids and youth groups. The gym is also home to the Asheville Judo Club. Training is drop-in friendly with no contracts, and visitors from any affiliation are welcome. The academy hosts summer camps, a multi-day grappling camp, novice events and a charity tournament, and offers a sprung mat floor, a shower and outdoor space with trails.
Training
- Styles
- Jiu Jitsu · Gi / No-Gi
- Affiliation
- USBJJF
Programmes
- Kids classes
- Teen classes
- Women-only classes
- Beginners' course
- Open mat
- Private lessons
Your first visit
- Trial
- Free first class
- Beginners
- No experience needed · From age 4
- Visiting from another gym
- Visitors welcome
Timetable this week
Monday
Jiu JitsuNo-Giages 4–7
Jiu JitsuNo-Giages 8–15
Jiu JitsuNo-Gi
Tuesday
Jiu JitsuGiages 4–7
Jiu JitsuGiages 8–15
BeginnersJiu JitsuGi
Jiu JitsuGi
Wednesday
BeginnersJiu JitsuNo-Gi
Thursday
Jiu JitsuGiages 4–7
Jiu JitsuGiages 8–15
Jiu JitsuGi
Friday
Jiu JitsuSparring
Sunday
BeginnersJiu JitsuNo-GiWomen only
Jiu Jitsu
Prices
Per classAdultsDrop-inNo contract
US$10.00One-offAdults3 classesvalid 3 months
US$50.00One-offAdults10 classesvalid 3 months
US$150.00AdultsMembershipvalid 1 month
US$115.00AdultsMembershipvalid 1 month
US$170.00ages 4–15Membership3 times a weekNo contractJiu Jitsu
US$115.00Per class
US$20.00ages 6–15Family
US$245.00Per class
US$75.00From the gym's website, checked 5 October 2026.
Coaches
- Bobby McMasters
Head coachJiu Jitsu · Black BeltJudo · Black BeltPrivate lessons
- Lori Bruzenas
CoachJiu Jitsu · Black BeltPrivate lessons
- Amanda McMasters
CoachJiu Jitsu · Purple Belt
- James Thomas
CoachJiu Jitsu · Brown BeltPrivate lessons
- Ken Vallario
CoachJiu Jitsu · Blue Belt
- Nate Galtieri
CoachJiu Jitsu · Blue Belt
- Cecilia Smith
CoachJiu Jitsu · Purple Belt
- Jeff Tipton
CoachJudo · Black Belt
- Zach Hill
CoachJudo · Black Belt
Facilities
- Showers
Contact
- Website
- https://opensourcebjj.net
- @opensourcejiujitsuavl
Questions about Open Source Jiu-Jitsu
Where is Open Source Jiu-Jitsu?
Open Source Jiu-Jitsu is at 357 Gorman Bridge Rd, Asheville, NC 28806, USA.
Which sports does Open Source Jiu-Jitsu teach?
Open Source Jiu-Jitsu is listed for Jiu Jitsu and Judo.
Can I try Open Source Jiu-Jitsu before joining?
Yes. Your first class at Open Source Jiu-Jitsu is free.
When are the beginner classes at Open Source Jiu-Jitsu?
Open Source Jiu-Jitsu runs classes open to beginners on Monday 16:15, Monday 17:00 and Monday 18:00.
How much does Open Source Jiu-Jitsu cost?
Prices at Open Source Jiu-Jitsu: Pay-what-you-want: US$10.00 a class, 3-Class Punch Card: US$50.00 one-off, 10-Class Punch Card: US$150.00 one-off, Twice-a-Week Monthly Pass: US$115.00 a month, Unlimited Monthly Pass: US$170.00 a month, Kids BJJ Monthly: US$115.00 a month, Kids · Drop-in · 1 class: US$20.00 a class, Kids Jiu-Jitsu Summer Day Camp: US$245.00, Private lesson · 1 class · 60 min · Coach: Bobby, Lori or James: US$75.00 a class and Rental · 60 min: US$60.00.
Can I train at Open Source Jiu-Jitsu when visiting from another gym?
Yes. Open Source Jiu-Jitsu welcomes visitors from other gyms.
Gyms near Open Source Jiu-Jitsu
Parabellum Jiu Jitsu MMA AcademyUnmanaged listing9.2 km away · 582 Hendersonville Rd, Asheville, NC 28803, USAJiu Jitsu · MMA · Wrestling · Boxing · Kickboxing · Muay Thai
American Top Team AshevilleUnmanaged listing19 km away · 375 Rockwood Rd, Arden, NC 28704, USAJiu Jitsu · Boxing · Kickboxing · Muay Thai · Karate · Taekwondo · Judo · Wrestling · MMA
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