Shackelford’s Mixed Martial Arts Center
JIU-JITSU
Discover a martial art that challenges your mind as much as your body. Jiu-jitsu centers on grappling, positioning, and leverage, offering a different kind of physical challenge. Explore your interest with a free class at Shackelford’s Mixed Martial Arts Center.
Free Jiu-Jitsu class offer
Adult classes: Mon & Wed 7pm in Hernando · Tue & Thu 7pm in Olive Branch.
GET YOUR FREE Jiu-Jitsu CLASS
AFTER YOU SEND THE FORM
WHAT HAPPENS NEXT
- 01
We call to confirm
Expect a call from 901-582-5558 (save it as Shackelford’s MMA) to confirm eligibility, pick a class time, and tell you what to bring.
- 02
Take your first class
Show up a few minutes early. Coaches walk beginners through the basics, and you move at your own pace.
- 03
Decide what’s next
After class, ask questions and see if training fits you. The choice is yours.
FROM OUR MEMBERS
WHAT PEOPLE SAY.
“Last night was my first night a Shackelford's Mixed Martial Arts. I was a bit intimidated walking in, but that quickly changed. The staff and other students were very friendly and helpful. Great experience.”
Make technique your strength
Jiu-jitsu asks an interesting question: how can position and timing change a physical situation? Rather than relying only on strength, practitioners study ways to manage distance, establish control, and escape difficult positions. Learning these movements gives practice a clear purpose. Each technique is a puzzle with details to explore, from the placement of your feet to the direction of your weight. If you enjoy understanding how things work, this technical depth can make training especially engaging.
Give your mind something to solve
Grappling involves responding to another person’s movement rather than repeating a fixed sequence. You consider your position, recognize opportunities, and adjust when an approach does not work. That creates opportunities to practice patience, concentration, and decision-making. Progress is not just about collecting techniques; it can also mean noticing a position sooner or understanding an escape more clearly. The learning process offers plenty of small milestones worth appreciating, without requiring every practice to feel the same.
Move in a new way
Ground movement brings balance, coordination, and body awareness into focus. Grappling can involve pushing, pulling, turning, and maintaining stable positions, making it a varied form of physical activity. The effort depends on the session and the individual, and benefits develop differently for everyone. Jiu-jitsu may appeal to you if you want exercise connected to an ongoing skill, rather than a routine built only around repetitions. It is a chance to explore movement with a specific goal.
Illustrative training photo. Gym and instructor photos coming soon.
TRY A FREE Jiu-Jitsu CLASS.
Curious about the grappling side of martial arts? Adult jiu-jitsu classes meet Monday and Wednesday at 7pm in Hernando, and Tuesday and Thursday at 7pm in Olive Branch. Start with the free jiu-jitsu class offer. Preview your interest in the form above, or call 901-582-5558 with questions. Eligibility, class availability, experience requirements, and equipment details will be confirmed before online booking opens. Previewing the form does not send an inquiry or reserve a class.
Get My Free Class