Carlson Gracie

Real Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. No Drama. No Gimmicks.

Train under a 5th-degree black belt with 33+ years on the mats at Carlson Gracie Hendersonville the official Carlson Gracie academy in Tennessee.

Limited spots each week so the coach actually has time to coach you.

Before You Visit: Watch How Your First Class Actually Works

In this short video, Professor Paraíba shows exactly what happens in your trial class from the moment you walk in to the moment you leave.

This Isn’t Just Another Jiu-Jitsu Logo on Google Maps

Hendersonville didn’t need another gym.

It needed a real Jiu-Jitsu academy with roots and a future.

Carlson Gracie Hendersonville is part of one of the most traditional teams in Jiu-Jitsu history – now led locally by Professor Paraíba, a 5th-degree black belt with 33 years of experience on the mats.

He has taught in different cities and countries, helped form athletes and families, and now brings that experience to Tennessee with a clear mission:

Honor the Carlson Gracie legacy with serious, technical Jiu-Jitsu;
Build a strong community in Hendersonville – kids, adults, families and competitors training side by side;

Lay the foundation for growth – starting with this unit and expanding to multiple academies across the state.

How It Works

Step 1: Fill out the form on this page
Tell us if the trial is for you or your child, and choose the best time range.

Step 2: Schedule your trial class automatically
You’ll be redirected to our booking page to pick the exact day and time. You’ll also receive all the details by email/text.

Step 3: Show up 10–15 minutes early
We’ll give you a quick tour, introduce you to the coach and students, fit your gi (if needed) and walk you through the warm-up and basics.

4,000 Sq Ft of Mat. Sauna. Ice Bath. Parking. No Excuses.

This is not a cramped strip-mall dojo.
At Carlson Gracie Hendersonville you get: 4,000 sq ft of mat area space to move, learn and roll without fighting for a corner;

24/7 ice bath with thermostat – for serious athletes and adults who treat recovery as part of training

Locker rooms and private parking – so your biggest challenge is the training, not finding a spot outside

A shared space with a barbershop in the back – because sharp fades and sharp armbars go well together.

We’re just 15 minutes from Nashville, but without the chaos.

We Train Together. We Eat Together. We Grow Together.

If all you want is a place to punch a card and leave, any gym will do.

Here, the team actually knows your name.

We regularly host:

• Barbecues and birthday gatherings;

• Outdoor training sessions and camps with mats;

• Family-friendly events where your kids, spouse and friends are welcome.

No cult vibes. No forced enthusiasm. Just people who happen to like choking each other during class and sharing food afterward.
If you’re moving to the area, this is the easiest way to find your people quickly.