Holy City Jiu Jitsu
About
Holy City Jiu Jitsu offers comprehensive training in multiple martial arts disciplines including Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, MMA, Muay Thai, kickboxing, and judo. The gym provides well structured classes that balance technique review, drilling, and live rolling or sparring sessions. With classes available for all ages and skill levels, from fundamentals to advanced competition training, the facility maintains a clean and professional environment suitable for both local members and visiting practitioners.
Visitors consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere and supportive culture cultivated at this Charleston gym. Members report that black belt instructors actively roll with students, creating an inclusive environment where practitioners from white belts to experienced competitors train together respectfully. The gym is noted for being family friendly, offering dedicated kids classes on Mondays and Thursdays, and maintaining a down to earth energy that makes newcomers feel immediately comfortable. Travelers particularly appreciate the open door policy for drop ins and the quality instruction that remains consistent across different class structures.
The coaching staff receives frequent commendation, with specific instructors like Mike, Greg, Jeff, and Young mentioned by name for their excellent teaching and hospitality. Reviewers highlight how the community's generosity and supportive nature enhance the training experience, making it an ideal destination for those looking to start their martial arts journey or maintain their practice while traveling. This combination of technical excellence and community warmth has established Holy City Jiu Jitsu as a highly recommended competitive school in the Charleston area.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere that makes both locals and traveling practitioners feel immediately comfortable. They highlight excellent instruction from coaches like Mike, Greg, Jeff, and Young, noting well structured classes that balance technique review, drilling, and live rolling. Reviewers specifically mention the supportive culture where black belt instructors roll with students and practitioners of all levels train together respectfully. Many appreciate the family friendly environment with kids classes and clean facilities, with traveling members particularly valuing the open drop in policy and quality training while away from home.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (5)
John Brantley
3 months ago
Got the opportunity to visit when traveling for work this week. Mike (Owner) openly welcomed me to swing through anytime. Greg’s class was well-structured allowing room to review techniques, drilling, and live rolling. The atmosphere and culture they are building at Holy City Jiu-Jitsu is unmatched. From Black belts to White belts, everyone was respectful, supportive, and brought a friendly down to earth energy. This is a great competitive school in the Charleston area. If you are from out of town or just looking to start then I highly recommend giving them a try. I will happily be returning next time I am in town.
Alex A
7 years ago
I had an incredible time at Devine JJ in Charleston! Space was clean and the instruction was great. Thank you Jeff and Mike for letting me train with your guys and for the awesome rolls. I highly recommend anyone interested in jiu jitsu or looking for a place to train while traveling to visit this gym!
Bob van Gorkom
8 months ago
Friendly, welcoming gym for practitioners of all ages and levels. All the black belt instructors roll with the students, and while classes vary in structure there is always lots of time allocated for sparring. Kids class is offered Mondays and Thursdays and it’s a very family friendly environment. Highly recommend checking out Holy City Jiu Jitsu.
Mack Ocker
a month ago
I was in town for vacation and went to Holy City Jiu Jitsu for a drop-in class. Young was very helpful and was a great coach. I definitely felt welcome. Great spot!
jacob denham
8 years ago
I'm visiting from out of town and just dropped in on a fundamentals class this morning. I just have to say what incredible instruction and class structure. The community here is super welcoming and awesome and generous and I'm so grateful that I got to come in and get some rolls in :)
Contact
327 Folly Rd A, Charleston, SC 29412, USA
scheduleHours
Monday: 8:30 AM – 7:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 7:30 PM
Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 7:30 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM – 7:30 PM
Friday: 6:00 AM – 7:30 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed