Fortress Adult BJJ & MMA · Morristown, TN
GET FITTER. LEARN TO DEFEND YOURSELF. PUT YOUR TRAINING TO THE TEST.
Learn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu or Mixed Martial Arts with Fortress. These are coached, hands-on training programs where you develop fighting skills, practice with training partners and work on your fitness along the way.
BJJ ages 15+ · MMA ages 18+
Ages 15 and up
Adult Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, usually called BJJ, is a grappling martial art. Instead of punching and kicking, students use takedowns, holds, escapes and submissions. They learn how leverage, balance and technique can help them control an opponent without relying only on strength.
Students learn wrestling and judo-based techniques for bringing an opponent from standing to the ground.
Learn how to hold a position, escape a pin and work back to a better position.
Students learn submission techniques and how to move between positions under instruction.
Gi classes use the jiu-jitsu uniform. No-gi classes train without it, changing the grips available while developing the same grappling foundations.
Class schedule
Contact us to arrange your first class. Check with the school for holiday or event schedules.
Adult Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Ages 15 and up
| Day | Start time |
|---|---|
| Monday | 6:30 PM Gi |
| Thursday | 6:30 PM Gi |
| Friday | 6:30 PM Gi/no-gi open mat |
| Saturday | 9:30 AM No-gi |
3 BJJ CLASSES + GI & BELT FOR $29
- 3 classes
- BJJ gi
- belt
Get on the mat for three Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes, with a BJJ gi and belt included. Learn the techniques, practice with a partner and experience the training for yourself.
Come ready to participate.
The uniform and equipment are part of the experience. Including them at a significant discount makes it easier to take part from the beginning and feel like part of the class.
No online payment is required to request your trial. You can pay at the school. All first classes are by appointment.
Ages 18 and up
Adult Mixed Martial Arts
MMA brings striking and grappling together. Practice punches, kicks and grappling movements while learning how distance and transitions connect them.
Punches, kicks, clinch, takedowns and ground fighting
MMA combines stand-up striking with wrestling and ground fighting. Training connects punches and kicks with close-range clinch work, takedowns and grappling on the ground.
Class schedule
Contact us to arrange your first class. Check with the school for holiday or event schedules.
Adult MMA
Ages 18 and up
| Day | Start time |
|---|---|
| Monday | 7:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 PM Open mat |
| Saturday | 10:30 AM |
3 MMA CLASSES + FIGHT SHORTS & GLOVES FOR $29
- 3 classes
- official fight shorts
- boxing gloves
Try three MMA classes with official fight shorts and a pair of boxing gloves included. Practice striking and grappling with instruction from our coaches.
Come ready to participate.
The uniform and equipment are part of the experience. Including them at a significant discount makes it easier to take part from the beginning and feel like part of the class.
No online payment is required to request your trial. You can pay at the school. All first classes are by appointment.
Head Instructor, Adult BJJ & MMA
DUSTIN REED
Dustin heads the Adult Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts programs at Fortress. A BJJ brown belt under Casey Oxendine, he also holds a master’s degree in Criminal Justice and instructor certifications in defensive tactics.
- Brown belt, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
- Master of Science, Criminal Justice
- SSGT Defensive Tactics Instructor, Levels 1 and 2
- Expandable Baton, Use of Force and Handcuffing Instructor
BJJ lineage: Casey Oxendine / Helio Soneca / Carlos Gracie Jr.
FAQ
Questions before you start
Can we join with no experience?
You can get started without previous training. Instructors will help you learn the movements and get comfortable in class.
Do I have to compete or spar?
Tell us whether your goal is learning skills, fitness or competition. BJJ and MMA involve partner practice; we will explain the expectations for the class you are considering.
When are BJJ and MMA classes?
BJJ has Monday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday classes, with gi, no-gi and Friday open mat options. MMA has Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday classes, including Friday open mat. See the schedule for each program's times.
Your first class
1.
Request your trial.
Send your contact information and selected program.
2.
Arrange your first class.
We’ll contact you to confirm your appointment.
3.
Join the training.
Your trial includes the classes and gear listed above. You can pay at the school.