GMA Academy • Gallatin, TN

Train Under The Gracie Lineage.

An official Academia Rocian Gracie Jr. school — the Gracie system, taught in Gallatin by IBJJF-certified black belts with over 50 years of teaching experience. Adults, teens and kids. Your first class is always free.

What We Offer

Find Your Class

Traditional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for every age and level. Whether you're stepping on the mat for the first time or training to compete — we have a class for you.

Kids BJJ class in blue gis at GMA Gallatin
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Kids · Ages 6–12

Kids Jiu Jitsu

Build confidence, discipline, and real self-defense skills in a fun, structured environment. Safe Sport Certified instructors with background-checked staff.

Adult Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu class rolling on the mat at GMA Gallatin
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Adults & Teens 14+

Adult Gi Jiu-Jitsu

Learn traditional Gi Jiu-Jitsu with direct Gracie lineage instruction. Structured belt progression meets you where you are, beginner or returning.

No-gi grappling training at GMA Jiu Jitsu in Gallatin, TN
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Adults & Teens 14+

No-Gi Grappling

Fast-paced grappling focused on wrestling, clinch work, and submissions. Great entry point for athletes from other combat sports.

Why GMA

Gallatin's Most Trusted Jiu-Jitsu Academy

With over 50 years of martial arts excellence, Global Martial Arts USA has built a legacy of discipline, respect, and community in Sumner County — and our Jiu-Jitsu academy carries direct Rocian Gracie Jr. lineage.

Main training floor at GMA in Gallatin, TN
Students training at GMA in Gallatin, TN
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training room at GMA in Gallatin, TN
Strength and conditioning area at GMA in Gallatin, TN
16+
Weekly BJJ Classes
50+
Years of Excellence
1,000+
Tournament Medals Earned
10,000+
Students Trained
Safe Sport Certified
IBJJF 3rd Degree Black Belt
Direct Gracie Lineage
One of the Top Schools
GMA Family Program

After School & Homeschool Programs For Kids

More than after-school care — our programs combine martial arts training, character development, and academic enrichment in a safe, structured environment.

After school classroom at GMA Gallatin
Students at the GMA after school program
Homeschool learning space at GMA Gallatin
After School Pickup
Ages 6–14

We pick your child up from school, feed them a snack, help with homework, and get them on the mat. Door-to-door from local Sumner County schools.

Homeschooling K-12
Accredited Curriculum

A full accredited program with on-site teachers, small groups, and daily martial arts built into the schedule.

Summer & Off-School Camps
Full Day 7:30AM–5:30PM

Full-day camps on school breaks with martial arts, field trips, games, and structured activities all day long.

Your Instructors

Your BJJ Instructors

Certified, background-checked, and Safe Sport trained — with decades of combined mat time between them.

Master Rocian Gracie Jr, 6th Degree IBJJF Black Belt and creator of the Rocian Gracie Jr. method
Our Lineage
Professor Rocian Gracie Jr
Head of the Rocian Gracie Jr. organization · Sao Paulo, Brazil
6th Degree IBJJF Black Belt Gracie Family Creator of the Method

Grandson of Carlos Gracie, the founder of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and the man who created the curriculum every class here follows. He promoted Professor Konrado to Black Belt in 2000 — the first Black Belt he ever awarded. Master Rocian teaches from Brazil; our classes are taught by the coaches he certified in his method.

Professor Konrado, IBJJF Black Belt at GMA Gallatin
Professor Konrado
Head Professor · Founder
Black Belt BJJ — RGJBJJ IBJJF / USBJJF Black Belt L3 9th Degree TaeKwonDo 7th Dan HapKiDo

50+ years in martial arts. Received his BJJ Black Belt directly under Professor Rocian Gracie Jr. — grandson of Carlos Gracie. Founder of GMA and lifelong competitor, coach, and teacher.

Coach I. Kimble, BJJ Assistant Coach at GMA Gallatin
Coach I. Kimble
Assistant Coach · Jiu Jitsu
1st Degree TaeKwonDo Jiu Jitsu Coach Little Lions Instructor MMA Assistant

Kukkiwon / GMA / IBJJF certified. Trains across multiple disciplines and brings energy and patience to every class — especially with younger students.

Instructor A. Avdeev, BJJ Coach at GMA Gallatin
Instructor A. Avdeev
Assistant BJJ Instructor
Blue Belt BJJ L2 1st Degree TaeKwonDo 1st Degree HapKiDo

Multi-discipline martial artist and BJJ coach. Brings technical precision and a calm teaching style to both adult and youth classes.

Coach Parker Durrett, Blue Belt Coach at GMA Jiu Jitsu in Gallatin
Coach Parker Durrett
Assistant Coach · Blue Belt Coach
Blue Belt BJJ Blue Belt Coach

Coaches on the Jiu-Jitsu mat and works closely with new students. Trained in the Rocian Gracie Jr. curriculum alongside the GMA fight team.

Student Reviews

Real Families, Real Results

Voted the top martial arts school in Sumner County. Hear from the students and parents who train with us.

5.0 · Reviews from Google

“I have trained for years, in multiple styles, in multiple states, and at multiple gyms. GMA has the best variety of arts available in the Nashville area — frankly, the best I have seen anywhere. All the instructors are top quality.”

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Brett Sheppard
Multi-Art Student

“You won't find a school around here that offers better training. Most schools nowadays are just black belt farms — they hand out black belts like candy. GMA is definitely the real deal, and I'm glad we are a part of it.”

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John Biggerstaff
Black Belt Member

“Grandmaster Spillmann's skills and knowledge are sought worldwide. His commitment to furthering the martial arts and developing a more peaceful and just world are inspirational. You won't find a better martial arts school in your area than his!”

RM
Ray Mannion
Martial Arts Master

“Outstanding martial arts training. Exceptional leadership. Wonderful with children and special needs students. Highly recommend!”

SH
Sandra Holland
Parent

“We love GMA! The afterschool program is great, and the jiu jitsu training our son has received has been amazing. Highly recommend.”

TN
Tara Nicolazzi
Parent

“GMA is the most wonderful martial arts training community ever in Tennessee. I'm grateful our family has the chance to be a part of this great community.”

TK
Thomas Knecht
GMA Family
How It Works

Start Your Journey In Three Simple Steps

No experience needed. Your first class is free — just show up ready to move.

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Book Your Free Trial

Pick the class that fits — Kids, Adult Gi, or No-Gi — and schedule your first session. No pressure, just come try it out.

2
Show Up & Train

Wear comfortable clothes — we provide the gi for your trial. Arrive 10 minutes early and an instructor will walk you through the whole class.

3
Find Your Path

Talk with us about your goals — self defense, fitness, competition, or your child's confidence — and we'll map out where to start.

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Your first class is completely free — no commitment required. Pick a class, choose a time that works, and come see what training here is like.

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