Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) in Birmingham, Alabama
Fight Club Fitness is a locally owned martial arts gym in Birmingham, Alabama offering Jiu-Jitsu, MMA, Kickboxing, Krav Maga, and youth programs. Our Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) program focuses on practical grappling, positional control, and real-world application for adults of all experience levels.
Classes are led by Coach TONY SULLIVAN
Sunday: 4:30pm (Co-ed) 6:30pm Women’s Only BJJ
Tuesday: 4:30pm (Co-ed) 6:30pm Women’s Only BJJ
Thursday: 4:30pm (Co-ed) 6:30pm Women’s Only BJJ
Our Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Program in Birmingham
Our Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) classes in Birmingham, Alabama are designed for beginners, returning students, and experienced athletes who want to sharpen their skills in a structured, safe environment. At Fight Club Fitness, our BJJ program blends technical grappling, practical self-defense, and confidence-building training for real-world application.
Whether you’re stepping on the mats for the first time or refining advanced techniques, our Birmingham BJJ gym provides a welcoming, community-driven place to train.
What You’ll Learn in Our Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Classes
In our adult BJJ classes, students learn:
Escapes from common grappling positions
Submissions, transitions, and positional control
Balance, leverage, and timing fundamentals
Practical Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu self-defense skills
Who Our Birmingham BJJ Classes Are For
Our Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes are open to adults ages 15+, all fitness levels, and no prior experience is required. Whether you’re brand new to BJJ or have trained before, you’ll find a supportive environment at our Birmingham Jiu-Jitsu gym.
Why Train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at Fight Club Fitness
Our BJJ program in Birmingham is technical, beginner-friendly, and structured for long-term progress. Classes are coached with safety and learning as the priority, allowing students to build strength, mobility, and confidence while learning Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu that works on and off the mats.
How Our BJJ Classes Run
Each Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu class in Birmingham includes:
Structured warm-up
Technique instruction
Partner drilling
Controlled positional training
Optional light rolling depending on the class
Try a Free Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Class in Birmingham
Come experience why Birmingham, Alabama students choose Fight Club Fitness for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes and self-defense training. Try a free class and see if our BJJ program is the right fit for you.
Frequently Asked Questions About Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Do I need experience to start Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu?
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No experience is required to start Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at Fight Club Fitness. Our Birmingham BJJ classes are beginner-friendly and focus on fundamentals, safety, and controlled training so new students can learn at a comfortable pace.
Is Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu good for self-defense?
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Yes. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is one of the most effective martial arts for real-world self-defense, especially in close-range situations. Our BJJ training in Birmingham emphasizes control, positioning, and awareness rather than strength alone. Coach Tony is also a retired Birmingham Police Officer!
Do I need a gi to train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu?
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A gi is recommended for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training, but new students are welcome to start without one. If you’re unsure what gear you need, our Birmingham BJJ instructors will help guide you before your first class.
Is there sparring in beginner BJJ classes?
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Beginner Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes may include optional, light positional training. Safety is always the priority, and students are never required to spar until they feel ready and comfortable.