I started going to this gym about 3 times a week for a month now and I absolutely love it! The school/community culture is great and Sam is a funny and extremely talented instructor! I highly recommend this gym. Every pound I lost in weight I’ve gained in confidence 💪

There isnt a bad thing you can say about this place. The instructor/Owner of the gym is a great teacher and person. The members are friendly and everyone goes out of there way to help each other!

I have been a member at Buckhead JJ for over two years. Sam Joseph is a phenomenal coach and leader. This is great gym for all types of BJJ students, whether you are brand new or a more serious competitor. The academy is small but has an impressive record in competition. Great community, fun, focused; most importantly, legitimate instruction.

Buckhead Jiu Jitsu is a great place to train. Sam welcomes all people and fosters a supportive environment where team members look out for each other’s development and safety. Your goals are the instructor’s goals. Some team members are highly ranked competitors. Others don’t compete, but enjoy the exercise in a positive environment. Anyone can benefit!

Buckhead Jiu-Jitsu is a wonderful gym and community with world-class instruction. Sam Joseph is a great coach and person and is personally involved and committed to your success whether you are a serious competitor or just looking to train and get fit. They also have an exceptional kids program.

Family-oriented gym that you would not hesitate to bring your kids or guests to visit. Welcoming from the minute you enter the building. No egos, just people trying to improve themselves and get better at the art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Home away from home.

I dropped into Buckhead Jiu-Jitsu as I was passing by the Georgia area. It was an hour class on Saturday and it was GREAT! Everyone was friendly and very welcoming.We went over technique and sparred afterwards. Overall great experience and instruction.Highly recommend.

Outstanding coaching and community! I started training at Buckhead Jiu Jitsu in my early 40s with zero prior experience wrestling or other martial arts. Sams infectious enthusiasm, encouragement, and respect for everyone (no matter their skill level) sets the tone for entire gym. All of the coaches are super-knowledgeable and willing to answer questions, give advise, and are all around friendly and helpful. Same goes for all of the upper belts. My introduction to some of the best people Ive met in Atlanta came through Buckhead Jiu Jitsu. Honestly, the community is so great, I would probably still pay the membership dues just hang out with these people regularly. The community remains very diverse; there are serious competitors who have won at the highest levels of competition, folks who just enjoy learning the techniques and trying them in class, men, women, and all ages are here and helping each other learn a very difficult martial art. To wrap up, no matter your age or background, you wont find a better place to train BJJ than Buckhead Jiu Jitsu.

If you are seeking a family friendly atmosphere that fosters friendships, fitness, and outstanding BJJ skills at all levels, then this is the place for you. Sam has a great personality, explains everything in detail, and cares about his students. The students look out for each other and support each other in their jiu-jitsu journey. The skills and pedigrees of the black belts are amazing. Iron sharpens iron here.

So far, I have enjoyed my experience at BJJ. You do not need to be a fan of the sport to practice. Contrary to popular belief, Jiu-Jitsu transcends simply being a sport. Sure, It is great exercise, but it also teaches a new discipline that has the potential to impact your life on multiple levels: physical, social, intellectual, and emotional. The せんせい and his fellow students make you feel welcome and are very willing to help you improve your technique. Overall, I would recommend giving BJJ a try. Take a chance, you might like it, and eventually come to love it.

Not only the best place to learn Jiu Jitsu but also a family. Sam, Derek, Kenneth and Daren are amazing coaches and are fully invested in everyone’s individual journey.

Head instructor Sam makes you feel at home, there is tons of information and it can be overwhelming but the community helps to keep you centered and moving at your own pace.Im happy I chose correctly to train at Buckhead Jiu-jitsu, looking forward to growing there.

Awesome instructor, good vibes/atmosphere and a overall, great learning environment

One of the best gyms in the Metro Atlanta area. Sam is a great guy who treats his gym and visitors like they are part of his family. His skill set shows any time his team competes in tournaments, having many students who are top placers in high level competitions. Furthermore, he is very willing to spend time with all students, regardless of time training or experience. He is an all around genuine person who wants to bring the best out in people and it shows by the diverse group of people who train with him. Its always a great time of learning and camaraderie when I visit his gym.

This is the gold standard for gyms in America. Expert instruction, positive environment, always ahead of the pack and setting exemplary winning behaviors- you should find the video for the new process that was implemented after C19 to further ensure the safety and wellness of their clients, when other gyms were still scrambling just to turn the lights on. Everything about this place is top notch, and they have world-title hardware 🏆 and media recognition backing them up that other gyms only dream of. Superior place. You won’t be disappointed!

Checked it out today by the recommendation of a friend. Great place. Sam is super friendly and makes time to give extra attention to the new guy and make him feel welcome. All the guys I witnessed rolling seemed committed. Very mixed group.

Head Coach Sam Joseph and his assistants are awesome.

Went to two classes today. Everyone there was super welcoming and Sam did a great job teaching. Rolling was a delight. This is the kind of environment that I look for in a gym and Buckhead Jiu-Jitsu delivered. When Im back in Atlanta, you best believe that I will be coming here again. Big recommend.

If you are in the Buckhead area and looking for a top flight jiu jitsu school check out Buckhead jiu jitsu. I travel a lot for work and drop in to schools when I am on the road. Coach Sam was great and the students were very welcoming. I got some really tough rolls in with the purple belt crew. Buckhead jiu jitsu. Highly recommended.

I just realized I have yet to add a review for this place. I love this place and Sam is one of the best there is I actually met him when I started training years ago at Creighton MMA but even then Sam was a very positive and Passionate Coach. His gym and members grows every time I check in and even if I miss time at the gym I am always welcomed back with open arms which is a great feeling. One I have never received from other places and I honestly believe it has a lot to do with the Owners/Coach as well as fellow floor partners yes, but it honestly feels like a Family. I cant wait for me to get a schedule together so I can consistently go back but there isnt a day that goes by that I dont think about Sam and the BJJ Family I have made. If you are looking for a Home Spot this is it!

BJJ gyms, their culture, are based around the head instructor. Not merely their competition pedigree, but their ability to translate their passion and understanding of complex body movements to their students. Sam is truly a great person in life, and BJJ practitioner and instructor. He cares about his students, and its readily evident by the atmosphere of his daily training sessions... Train here, be happy here, you wont regret it.

Sam is not only a great Jiu Jitsu Coach, he is also one of the nicest, kindest and funniest person you’ll ever meet. He treats everyone like they are long time friends from day one and always welcomes people with open arms. If you’re in the Buckhead area, I would highly recommend his gym.

Sam was an instructor years back at CMMA and I found his insight and skill level to be among the best. I highly recommend his gym if you are in the area.

You cannot wipe the smile off of the owners face. Very compassionate instructor who thoroughly enjoys teaching and supporting the jiu jitsu community. Nothing but good things to say about this academy.

Sam is an incredible instructor and creates a great environment! Cant wait to get back to the mats.

Ive always been impressed by owner and instructor Sam Joseph. He is world class guy and I will be sure to drop in Buckhead Jiu-Jitsu, when ever Im in Atlanta!

This jiu jitsu school is run by one of the most knowledgeable practitioners I’ve had the pleasure to know. Samuel Joseph knows his stuff and offers students a clean, family friendly, safe dojo!

As a longtime practitioner and competitor of Jiu Jitsu and othering Grappling disciplines, I could not be happier with our decision to have our six year old son start his Jiu Journey with Buckhead Jiu Jitsu.Professor Sam and his team are top notch. One of the many positive things that stick out it my mind is the level of genuine interest and patience with the kids that Professor Sam demonstrates. He has the “patience of Job.”It is without reservation and full excitement that my Wife and I recommend Buckhead Jiu Jitsu.

Yall, go vheck this place out for yourself. I dont care who you are, youll feel the kindness and professionalism in the air.Sam and his team of students and coaches are an amazing and diverse group. Everyone is always welcoming to and warm. They receive every new student like an old friend. Quality of jiu jitsu and fitness instruction is super high level. You guys help make more Atlantans great than anyone else in Buckhead. Tganks for being part of our community.

I visited Buckhead Jiu Jitsu for a friend’s black belt promotion. As a black belt gym owner, I notice things in academy’s that most may not look for, and I found Buckhead Jiu Jiu, Professor Sam, and the students to be top notch. The facility was clean, the technique was on point, and everyone was very welcoming.

I have trained since the grand opening over 5 years ago. So I have seen nearly everyone come into this academy and most likely sparred them all. What Sam Joseph has created is incredibly hard to replicate. The instruction is fantastic and the environment is warm and welcoming. Sam teaches in a manner that allows everyone to grasp concepts in BJJ that dont always come easy. I would fully recommend you come in and try a few classes and you will be hooked.

I came to visit this school because it was recommended by one of my former students. I also brought my son to give him an opportunity to learn the basics of grappling from a Bjj perspective. Sam is a cool down to earth very welcoming instructor who has great energy and vibes coming from him and his students. I definitely recommend Buckhead Jujitsu for those seeking to train, compete, and meet new people.

Such an awesome bunch of people and fantastic atmosphere! One of the most inviting and energetic places Ive ever had the pleasure of being a part of. Head coach, Sam Joseph, is a wonderful teacher and friend. You wont just learn a martial art here, youll join a family.

Best kids program I’ve seen in the area with many good instructors, individual coaching, attention to detail, discipline and compassion. It’s real training and a solid foundation for self defense, bullying resilience, and sport. Very impressed.

Buckhead BJJ is a great place to train if you are in the Atlanta area. The school has a very friendly family atmosphere. The head instructor, Sam Joseph, and all of his students are very welcoming to newcomers. There are a wide range of students to train with from brand new white belts to several competitive black belts so any level of practitioner should be able to sharpen their skills. If you are in Atlanta dont miss the opportunity to train with these folks.

I recently dropped into Buckhead JJ while visiting family in GA. Sam was very welcoming and always carried a smile on his face. His technical instruction was on point and more impressive was the atmosphere he has created at his gym. It had a family friendly vibe with no meatheads you often see at other gyms. Theres something for everyone who practices BJJ, whether youre a hobbyist or competitor, you will get what you want from this gym. He has produced everything from local to international champions! I cannot recommend highly enough, if youre on the fence about joining a BJJ gym, dont think just go to Buckhead JJ and you wont regret it! Thank you for the hospitality Sam, Ill surely return when Im back in town!

I’ve been to a handful of gyms in the metro area and know firsthand that heading through the doors of any martial arts gym for the first time as a new guy/gal is one of the most humbling things someone can do. Immediately after walking in to Buckhead Jiu Jitsu, Sam greeted me by name with a huge contagious smile and a handshake, then showed me around and asked if I needed anything. I left my first class (exhausted and shaking) with some new moves, new friends and a lot of weird bruises that were difficult to explain to my girlfriend.If you’re looking for a place to shake hands with a stranger, try to choke the life out of each other for thirty minutes, then hug it out after as friends - this is the place to do it. Most welcoming gym I’ve ever stepped foot in and would recommend it to anyone and everyone.

I walked in here as a 34 year old with no martial arts experience and it was a fantastic decision learning from the best. Sam is an incredible coach who has the heart of a teacher. If you are looking to learn BJJ, look no further.

Amazing place for learning self defence. All the coaches are nice, there are a lot of people, and they support you. I would love to Learn here again.

Never have I been to another gym that has multiple black and brown belt coaches that are so technically skilled, approachable, likable as people, willing to share at the same time and willing to roll with us each and every day. This place changed my life.You got to give this place a try!

The best Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gym there was, is, and ever will be.

Best Jiu Jitsu gym in the world! Sam is a great coach and mentor. Everyone here is happy to help build up one another and its a great place for improving your overall physical and mental life.

Great place. Coach Sam is amazing!

You got to stop by Buckhead Jiu Jitsu, whether to train or just watch. The atmosphere is friendly and positive. Great academy, great students and great owner. Definitely worth checking them out.

Hands down one of the best jujitsu school around. From the instructing to the atmosphere, Sam the instructor/professor is a class act. One of the best gyms I have trained at.

Amazing how comfortable, respectful, and helpful everyone is with a drive to succeed and improve. Sam is humble and full of energy, with a big smile for everyone. This really feels like a place to grow and succeed.

This is a fantastic place to train! The environment is extremely positive, and Sam is an awesome instructor for all levels and mindsets. No matter how I feel walking in the front door, I always feel 10x better when I walk out, and the good feeling doesnt stop there; it transitions into all parts of your life.No matter what your goal is, this academy supports it and will help you achieve it. We have people who train regularly for competition and even others who use BJJ as a fitness hobby or pass-time. Definitely worth stopping by to AT LEAST spectate a class, although I highly recommend you bring a friend, put on a gi, and participate in class!See you on the mat!

I have been around Buckhead Jiujitsu a little less than a year and am a transplant from another BJJ school.The coach is friendly, extremely knowledgeable, and highly attentive to the individual students needs.The student body is highly diverse containing people who are amped up about competing in grappling to people who are more laid back and just there to learn a skill, generally they are all very pleasant people.The academys premises are well maintained and clean, although due to the amount of students training, during the most crowded of times the amount of mat space can get pretty tight. All and all I cannot recommend this place enough.

Sam is an incredibly gifted instructor and has cultivated a positive, welcoming culture in his gym. The intro classes are exceptionally beginner-friendly, and in no time youll be rolling in the advanced classes with a great group of people. FITin45 is an awesome, functional, fun workout. You cant go wrong with Buckhead BJJ.

I just want to say how much I love training with Professor Samuel. He has great passion in teaching jiu jitsu as well as helping his students get to the next level. He teaches proper technique and encourages camaraderie. I recommend people to stop by and take his class.Not only he is a great teacher but a great guy!

Sam is a great instructor who makes everyone feel welcome no matter what your size, age, or skill level. After one month, I already feel much more confident in my ability to defend myself against anyone, regardless of size. Ive enjoyed the fitness classes as well and look forward to continuing with the Buckhead Jiu Jitsu community as long as I am in Atlanta!

Great experience and great learning environment. Not a lot of ego and everyone had a great attitude, wanting to learn and grow and help others as well.

Fantastic instruction and very welcoming Jiu Jitsu academy. Plenty of parking (which in Atlanta can be very hard to come by), and I highly recommend this gym!

Sam Joseph has created a fun, competitive, and welcoming environment at Buckhead Jiu Jitsu. I couldnt have asked for a better place to train after my move from Houston to Atlanta. The level of instruction is top notch and has produced multiple regional and national championships over the last few years. Sam has helped countless students achieve both their personal fitness goals and their competition goals, while maintaining a relaxed and ego-free gym culture. Ive been able to make new friends, get in better shape, and improve my jiu jitsu game since I started training here.

Buckhead Jiu-Jitsu is the best. Samuel is an excellent teacher and makes sure that we get all the little details right which makes such a huge difference. On top of that, the atmosphere is very friendly and open. Everyone helps each other out to make them better.

Been training at Buckhead Jiu-Jitsu for a little under two years. Great instruction and camaraderie. Sam is really the main reason for the academys growth and why I attend. There are other academies closer to my home, but I choose to go to Buckhead Jiu-Jitsu. No bow to your sensei BS. Diverse student body: men and women, all ages, colors, skill levels, body types, and reasons for attending (competition/hobby/self defense). Rarely are there tough-guy-bros trying to prove something, and they dont stick around long. Pretty much everyone is friendly and helpful. Visually not the prettiest, but youre there to train and sweat, not admire architecture and interior décor. Rarely do students leave to join other academies, but plenty of other academies have students decide to join Buckhead Jiu-Jitsu.

Buckhead Jiu Jitsu is more than an academy, its a family. The head instructor Sam is one of the most energetic and welcoming people I have ever met. His positive energy is infectious and it feels great to be a part of the academy. No matter what your goal is, exercise, fitness, weight loss or competing, this is one of the best places to learn BJJ. Highly recommended.

Clean facility. Good training. Friendly players. Excellent and safe culture.

Amazing coach and environment! Each day is there humbling

I cant rate this place high enough. As a first time out of town visiting student, Sam could not of been more detailed and welcoming in his approach and teachings. I visit Atlanta a few times a year and Buckhead Jiu Jitsu will now be apart of itenary moving forward.

Buckhead Jiu-Jitsu is a great place to train! Always an extremely positive environment centered around self-defense, self-improvement, and achieving excellence in the gentle art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. The head instructor, Sam Joseph, has fostered a community which welcomes all newcomers and has created a safe place to train regardless of experience level. Every time you step on the mat, you can be assured that Sam will greet you by name and a big smile, showing genuine care and compassion for all of the students. I look forward to training here for many years to come. Hands-down the best Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Atlanta!

Tried this school using groupon and is was just aiight. Kind of small location. Probably wont be goin bk.

I originally chose Buckhead Jiu-Jitsu because it was close to my house but after being a member for the last 6 months Id be willing to drive across the city to get here if I had to. As a women starting BJJ can be a little intimidating but Coah Sam creates such a welcoming and safe environment for eveyone. I cant say enough great things about the atmosphere, instruction and teammates. If youre looking to train BJJ in Atlanta be sure to check out Buckhead Jiu-Jitsu.

High level instruction and the friendliest atmosphere of any Jiu Jitsu gym you can find.

Best brazilian jiu-jitsu school in town. I had trained with Sam for about 2 years his attention to detail and knowledge of the sport are excellent. If you are thinking about trying jiu-jitsu out do yourself a favor and stop here first and talk to Sam.Update; it has been a few years since I wrote this review and Id like to let it be know that Sam has been one of the most compassionate and helpful instructors that I know, thank you Samuel Joseph!!!!!

Amazing place, with incredible coaches and community!

I have been training here for over a year now and I have enjoyed every minute of it. Sam Joseph has created a very supportive team atmosphere where anyone can train hard and safely. Sam keeps the mats and facility very clean and there is ample parking.Sam teaches in a way that anyone can understand techniques by braking them down into simple parts and explaining why you do things a certain way. He allows students to ask questions and never makes anyone feel bad for asking a question or not getting a technique quickly. Sam has friendly connections to a lot of people in the BJJ community and we have had many visitors drop in and train with us from all over (California, New York, Dominican Republic), as well as local academies such as Creighton MMA in Suwanee and Helix BJJ in Snellville).If you are not interested in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, check out his Fit in 45 circuit training class. We use battle ropes, kettle bells, medicine balls, etc. and have fun while training hard.

Buckhead jj is a wonderful place to train. As a beginner I was apprehensive, but the environment has been so encouraging and welcoming that my fears were settled immediately! I started with the goals of learning self-defense, learning a new skill, and getting a great workout. Jiujitsu has exceeded my expectations and Ive not only accomplished those things, but at Buckhead jj Ive also made so many new friends. I Highly recommend giving buckhead jiu-jitsu a try!

As a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with over 12 years of experience, I give Buckhead Jiu-Jitsu my highest recommendation. I met Sam Joseph, owner and head instructor of Buckhead Jiu-Jitsu, at my old school in New York a few years back when he was teaching a seminar. As soon as I told Sam that I was moving to Atlanta he enthusiastically welcomed me to join his school. As soon as I stepped through the doors the first day, I was warmly welcomed by not only Sam but all his students. The training is incredible; I continue to learn and grow in the art every class. Im so glad to have found a Jiu-Jitsu home here in Atlanta. If you are in the area and looking to train or are curious about Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, this is the school to join.

Convenient location, Great Family atmosphere, Their style of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is great for self-defense, competitions, losing weight or just staying in shape. You would be hard pressed to find and Academy suited this well for both beginners and advanced students.

If you are looking to acquire a martial art/self defense skill look no further - Buckhead BJJ is more than just a work-out gym, its a community of like minded people from all walks of life. I am brand new to Jiu Jitsu and found Buckhead BJJ after researching and visiting other jiu jitsu places. I like Buckhead BJJ and Samuel Joseph the best, the training is great and very useful for self-defense - being that I am girl that is important to me. The more advanced students are always around and willing to help and assist newbies like myself and Sam himself keeps a watchful eye so that no one gets hurt during training. After checking out different schools in Dunwoody and surrounding areas, I give Buckhead BJJ the thumbs up.-M.Huetter

Water cuts through rock not with strength, but with persistenceDerek Kaivani, Buckhead JJ

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