Updawg Jiu-Jitsu

3964 Park Ave, Memphis, TN 38111, USA

(67 reviews)

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Robert Loaney

I had a great experience with this crew. I came in a few months ago as a nervous young guy who was brand new to the sport. All the guys were welcoming and helped me find confidence on the mat. Nick and Brad met me at my level and helped me grow my skills a little bit every day without pushing me too hard or fast. I feel more confident and empowered as a result of this experience. Grateful!

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Posted 2 years ago
Justin Ardary

Great place to train,the instructors welcomed me with open arms. Nick and Brad are very knowledgeable and will help you step step where you can learn the techniques and help you have a great understanding when you walk out that door. I highly recommend this place to train you will learn so much and have fun.

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Posted 2 years ago
Evan Schwartz

👆🐩

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Posted 2 years ago
London Lester

Great place to train and learn!

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Posted 2 years ago
Steven McGee

Great place to train. Would recommend to anyone wanting to learn BJJ.

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Posted 2 years ago
Josiah Johnson

Updawg provides a welcoming and beginner friendly environment to everyone who wants to learn, whether it be for self defense, competition, or just to have fun. Nick Davis is a very experienced and patient instructor. Wonderful people, dedicated hardworking coaches, and a relaxed atmosphere can be expected when coming here!

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Posted 2 years ago
Phuck Yo Gym Tour

First time doing Ju jit su. The experience was amazing. Coach Nick was knowledgeable and really helped to understand the concept. I highly recommend this gym. Nick is a highly motivated individual and I look forward to my next session.

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Posted 2 years ago
Robert Anthony

Amazing environment, great coaching, just all out great program. I absolutely recommend this to anyone and everyone from beginners who are just thinking about starting to the ones who are very experienced in BJJ and Grappling

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Posted 2 years ago
David Morris

Coach Nick is a great ambassador of the sport, and has created a safe and welcoming environment for students of all skill levels. I always enjoy visiting/training with their crew.

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Posted 2 years ago
Rod Galvan

We needed a place to train for region duals this week and Law School MMA and Updawg Jiu-jitsu opened up their doors for us and we greatly appreciate it!!!! Great atmosphere!

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Posted 2 years ago
Walter Soefker

Great place to learn BJJ, good atmosphere and a great head coach. Looking forward to coming back!

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Posted 2 years ago
Mina Yaru

Nick and Brad are great instructors. Welcoming and laid back vibe. Solid spot to train

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Posted 2 years ago
Quentin Brown

Nick has created an amazing environment to train jiu-jitsu in the Memphis area. He is a great coach and leader. The gym feels super welcoming to all. Check it out and I promise you won't be disappointed

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Posted 2 years ago
Victoria Simpson

Updawg is a great place to start a jiu jitsu journey. The atmosphere is friendly, the people are so welcoming & Nick Davis is a true stand up guy!

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Posted 2 years ago
JDER JDER

Awesome gym, great people. Highly reccomend!

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Posted 2 years ago
Arrington Gray

Awesome place, great atmosphere, greater people. The best place to train.

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Posted 2 years ago
Jeff

Tried this place out for the first time the other night with a buddy. Had a blast and everyone was super nice. Nick was a great coach too very welcoming.

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Posted 2 years ago
Mexiveli Da Don

Best place to Learn and everyone is Friendly they show love, support & respect also appreciate the open mats & spar Exclusively on weekends

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Posted 2 years ago
Kevin Gonzalez

Literally one of the best places to learn and progress I'm originally from NYC and never felt more welcomed and comfortable in my time here. The men and women that I've met here are absolutely top-tier and respectful of each other the head Coach Nick is one of the kind and he recently got his brown belt and I couldn't think of a more deserving person to get it. I appreciate everything he's taught me thanks my guy 🥋🤙 look forward to the next class.

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Posted 2 years ago
Benjamin Vaughn

I had been wanting to start jujitsu for a while and when i came across updawg jujitsu it looked like a place that was welcoming, and now i’m 2 months in and i couldn’t have chosen better. Nick is an amazing coach that treats everyone like family and will go beyond for his students. If you are looking to start your journey updawg jujitsu is the way to go, whether your 16 or 60 there’s a place for you at updawg.

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Posted 2 years ago
Cody Howell

Great place to learn jiu jitsu! Nick was super helpful and welcoming to get a noob like me started. They've got a really sweet collaboration/joint membership deal going with Law School MMA in the same building. Awesome place to cross train martial arts.

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Posted 2 years ago
Justin Williams

Decided to pull up for an open mat at updawg while passing through on my way back to Virginia. Nick is the man. He was super welcoming along with his students. If you get the chance to check out updawg I highly recommend if you’re looking for good rolls and a welcoming environment!!

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Posted 2 years ago
Jeremy Clark

New to Memphis, needed a place to get some rolls in. I contacted Nick who welcomed me in for a Sunday morning open mat. Great rolls with great people. Welcoming environment. Will definitely return.

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Posted 2 years ago
Landon Harrington

Great place to train for the positive vibe and overall hospitality of Updawg Jiu-Jitsu. The gym has very comfortable and safe mats to spar on. Felt part of the family as soon as I walked in. Great beginning environment for someone wanting to pursue martial arts. Don’t forget to sign your name on the wall :)

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Posted 2 years ago
Michael Hart

SMELLS LIKE ….. UPDAWG 10/10, I recommend.

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Posted 2 years ago
Nathan Thomas

I’ve been here a couple of months and as someone who has been following the sport for 6 years I can say this is one of the best places you can come to train. Up there with Memphis Judo and BJJ. The people have been warm and inviting and I’ve gotten much, much better since starting here. The mats are high quality and very clean. There’s always plenty of space. There are challenging rolls here but also a lot of new people. If you’re new or getting back into it after a long time, this is probably the best place to be.

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Posted 2 years ago
Joshua Tate

Visited UpDawg for Sunday open mat. Nick is a super friendly coach and the team is very welcoming. If you’re in Memphis, stop in for a fun roll.

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Posted 2 years ago
Ryan Kellum

Best instagram videos in the game, freakin hilarious, signing up next week

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Posted 2 years ago
Alec Dawson

Had an awesome time at Updawg jiu jitsu tonight! The vibes are perfect for anyone just starting out in Brazilian jiu jitsu. Nick is super knowledgeable, incredibly welcoming and made all parts of the class fun. Everyone there was so friendly and really helpful as we went through drills. I would definitely recommend this gym to anyone interested in BJJ!

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Posted 3 years ago
Meelo Bayakly

Great place to do Jiu Jitsu, welcoming place and the Sunday open mats are fun

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Posted 3 years ago
Morgan Sullivan

AWESOME place for a great workout. Nick offers great training and feedback on proper form to really help you take your skills to the next level. HIGHLY recommend to anyone looking to grow in boxing, jiu jitsu, or general fitness in the Memphis area!!

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Posted 3 years ago
Daniel Sheppard

Nick is a wonderful human and an even more wonderful instructor. I highly recommend checking out Updawg if you want a chill but highly informative place to learn Jiu Jutsu and get some rolls in :)

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Posted 3 years ago
Grant Ross

Nick's been really friendly and gracious. He gives you a good mix of demonstration and application. The environment is very friendly and everyone works together to get better.

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Posted 3 years ago
daken manos

One of my favorite gyms to cross train at if you’re in the area you gotta check them out

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Posted 3 years ago
Nick Davis

Updawg has been there when I needed it most. Much love to everyone who’s shared the mats with me

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Posted 3 years ago
I'Tayanna Bates

Such a fun place to learn! Great team, cool teacher, family environment, just a all around wonderful place to grow ❤️

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Posted 3 years ago
Dinh

Fun, laid-back spot to learn martial arts. Super friendly environment, members of all skill levels that genuinely want to help others do well.

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Posted 3 years ago
Abdul A.

Cool and welcoming people, great vibe!!

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Posted 3 years ago
Lil OJ Entertainment

Great coach and amazing people to train with!!

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Posted 3 years ago
Padraic O'Feely

Very professional and great atmosphere. The instructor and class are patient and love watching improvement

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Posted 3 years ago
Willard Bates

It can be tough finding the right place to train in any city. Updawg is the perfect gym for people looking to get into BJJ around Memphis. I saw a sign outside of campus and knew some buddies that went to Updawg so I decided to give it a shot. Nick and everyone else at the gym was very welcoming. Updawg also participates with other local gyms which really helps to get to know the BJJ community in Memphis. Whether you’re new or experienced, Updawg is a great place to roll.

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Posted 3 years ago
Mohammed Shakarchi

My man Nick! Dude has changed my life by welcoming me to his team and it can change yours too!! Give it a try or reach out to him, very family friendly environment and energy !

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Posted 3 years ago
Monte Lashaun

Great place to train. Everybody has great energy and no ego. Perfect to start your BJJ journey or even to stay sharp as higher belt

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Posted 3 years ago
Patrick Hanson

Fun place to train if you are looking for good people, and great rolls. They also have classes for GI and no GI if you have a preference.

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Posted 3 years ago
Shaniqwa Lloyd

Updawg jujitsu is a fun and family oriented place. If you are looking to get into jujitsu in a safe and free flowing environment, 10 out of 10 would recommend Updawg Jiu-Jitsu!!! Woof!!!

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Posted 3 years ago
Arath Luevano

Awesome gym, definitely recommend. Coach Nick is very helpful and awesome environment

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Posted 3 years ago
Dayonne Washington

You ain’t doing jujitsu if you are not training at UPDAWG!

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Posted 3 years ago
Jeremy Warren

This place is a hidden gem! Highly recommend checking this out. Nick is the man and the guys are great!

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Posted 3 years ago
Brianna Thorpe

First jiu jitsu class ever and absolutely fell in love. Happy to have finally found a place to train. Small, family like and expert instruction. Will be coming back.

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Posted 3 years ago
Sarah Ortega

This is an amazing place to learn jui jitsu! Nick is a great coach, and a great teacher! It is a very laid back, fun, and welcoming environment.

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Posted 3 years ago
BrianHallMMA

Updawg is the perfect place to start your jiu jitsu. The coach is very knowledgeable and always excited to help you inside and outside the gym. Doesn’t matter if you wanna compete or have fun updawg is right for everybody.

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Posted 3 years ago
sonia juarez

Updawg jiu-jitsu is so much fun! Coach Nick is so creative and knowledgeable that makes the class feel like you were only hanging out with friends but in reality you are learning so much about ground fighting. I am 5’1-130 lb girl that can submit your regular guy and I feel like I was just having fun!

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Posted 3 years ago
Mac' B

It’s safe space to come learn good Jiu Jitsu fundamentals and learn more about yourself. Great time for any size, race, or gender.

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Posted 3 years ago
justin shockley

Starting jiu-jitsu can be intimidating, but Nick and everyone at Updawg are super friendly and supportive. I have been training here for almost a year and it has truly improved my life. If you are thinking about starting jiu-jitsu this is the place to be. Plus, Nick makes killer memes.

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Posted 3 years ago
Hayden Meadows

Nick is legit, dudes r cool, pull up and spread the word 🥷🏼

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Posted 3 years ago
Reddz Jagulus (Mona Quisha)

Best place in memphis to train Jiu Jitsu, affordable, top tier coaching, awesome and supportive environment drama free, you know what it is.

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Posted 3 years ago
Christopher Tate

A fun place to be at and your Technique is going to grow Exponentially.

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Posted 3 years ago
Brenden Rye

Amazing place to train and learn jiu jitsu! I’ve trained at many other places but the coaching and members here are top notch! If you want to start your fitness journey or start a jiu jitsu journey Updawg Jiu Jitsu is the way to go. Open for both men and women and highly recommended!!!

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Posted 3 years ago
Wil Redmond

Updawg Jiu Jitsu has literally changed my life. Post-pandemic, I was looking to get into something to get back into shape, but really wanted to find a place that would prep me to compete when I was ready. Nick was extremely welcoming and continues to create one of the best martial arts vibes I’ve experienced: fun, laid-back but competitive. Everyone wants to get better and will help others to reach their goals as well. I know it’s cliche to say that this group is like “family”, but how else do you describe a group of folks who will push you to your limits one minute and give you pointers while highlighting your strengths. If you’re looking for a place to start or to take your training to the next level, Updawg JiuJitsu is the place to be.

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Posted 3 years ago
El howari official

Fun place to train, comfortable, affordable, friendly people.I been training here for year now and I love it...if you're looking for place to start Jiu-Jitsu and stay in shape I highly recommend this place .

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Posted 3 years ago
Joe Tittle

Great place to train. Friendly atmosphere, and good people. Been training here for about 6-7 months now and have enjoyed it. If you are looking to get started in Jiu Jitsu, this is the spot to visit.

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Posted 3 years ago
Madison McVay

Nick is a phenomenal coach, and he really helped me to feel comfortable as I began my jiujitsu journey.

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Posted 3 years ago
Dan Buchanan

Updawg jiu jitsu is a great place to train. I am a fat old guy and they made me feel welcome and comfortable. Everyone should try a class at least once!

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Posted 3 years ago
Shelby Christian

Amazing place to train! Very comfortable, welcoming environment and a great place for beginners to start. I was super nervous because I’ve never done anything quite like jiu jitsu before, but the coach and everyone there was super helpful in my journey and I love going and learning new things every time. It’s helped me feel safer and less vulnerable to learn the techniques in class too. 10/10 recommend for men and women!

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Posted 3 years ago
Adam Shaw

Great place to practice Jiu Jitsu!

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Posted 3 years ago