Rankin Jiu-Jitsu
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Training in Brandon, MS
Welcome To Our
BJJ Academy
Welcome to Rankin Jiu-Jitsu Academy, a veteran-owned and family-friendly BJJ training center in Brandon! It is our mission to help change the lives of our students in Rankin County through this wonderful martial art. You can start with us as a beginner or a competitor and quickly grow. We provide students with an outlet for fitness, self-defense, and a sense of community. There is something for everyone! We accommodate families, veterans, law enforcement, kids, and anyone else who wants to train. Come join us for an amazing experience at Rankin Jiu-Jitsu Academy!
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You can join us for a FREE week of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes with our trial—sign up and see what our Brandon BJJ school can do for you!
Who We Are at
Rankin Jiu-Jitsu Academy
Our School
Jiu-Jitsu is a long-term commitment for anyone who plans to reap the benefits from training. We are here to guide students through the wonderful adventure it has to offer. Here at Rankin Jiu-Jitsu Academy, we help you grow your game through fundamentally sound training. We focus on the basics and work to create consistency in your game. Techniques are broken down into different portions so everyone can see how they flow and fit together. This process allows beginners to grasp the why of everything we do. But the experience goes way beyond the mat. Our school is a place for families and camaraderie. We support each other in tournaments, gather for holiday parties, and have other social events. When you train with us, you aren’t just starting Jiu-Jitsu – you are joining a family!
History
Rankin Jiu-Jitsu Academy owner Justin Donald opened our doors in October 2023 to help introduce Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Brandon and the surrounding communities. Jiu-Jitsu brings a positive impact to someone’s life unlike any other. Justin started training BJJ under Pedro Sauer in 2010 after time spent in the military. His time working as a special agent in the Air Force and training in Hapkido and Taekwondo helped him develop his Jiu-Jitsu game. Now, as a black belt in Jiu-Jitsu, Taekwondo, AND Hapkido, and a head instructor at his own school, Justin is here for the entire Brandon community. We’ve moved into our own facility after sharing a location, and plan to just go up from there!
What Sets Us Apart
Every day we work to provide the best Jiu-Jitsu in Brandon. Beyond the techniques taught on the mat, we have built a culture where all are welcome. We make sure no one is left behind, made uncomfortable, or feels unsafe. We are a school where everyone can thrive!
We have built a BJJ school that allows families to train comfortably. Not only is our community safe and inviting, but we’ve made other efforts to help households. These include family membership discounts, an area for parents to watch their kids train, and a space where kids can hang out during adult classes. It’s perfect for all!
We make sure to keep our school in the best shape possible at all times. Every day, we clean our school head-to-toe. We pride ourselves on being clean.
This is a safe environment where everyone can grow together. Inappropriate behavior isn’t tolerated and kids won’t see or hear things they shouldn’t. This is a family-oriented Jiu-Jitsu school through and through.
School owner Justin Donald is a veteran of the United States military. He makes sure to bring his knowledge and perspective from training to help enhance the student experience. We welcome all military and law enforcement, and even have special discounts!
Our Jiu-Jitsu training allows students to improve their overall health and fitness. Students will gain strength, flexibility, mobility, endurance, and even lose weight. It’s an all-around experience that extends beyond the mat.
Our BJJ instruction and techniques are centered around teaching students to properly defend themselves. The self-defense training we supply helps students of all ages feel confident in themselves if a dangerous situation occurs.
Class Schedule
Make sure to check out our school schedule, we have Jiu-Jitsu classes four days a week with announced open mats on Saturdays!
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Words from Our Community
Here at Rankin Jiu-Jitsu Academy, we want to make the most of your time training. We understand the importance of balancing Jiu-Jitsu and the rest of life and want to make your experience as enjoyable and beneficial as possible. You can see this in our student testimonials! You can take a look at what members of our community have to say about why we’re a great home for your Jiu-Jitsu training!
“Both of my kiddos take classes here and we couldn’t be happier!! It’s definitely a family friendly environment and a place for kids to learn and grow.”
“The class is not intimidating and is scaled for the student as they learn. If you are on the fence give their free week a try. You will not regret it.”
“The whole atmosphere is very welcoming. I have learned a lot in just a few months. Also, the price is very reasonable for the amount of training being offered.”
“This is a fun place to learn, and training is thoroughly explained by coach Justin. I love the exercise and the experience! They are great with the Kids too!”
“If you’ve ever thought to try Jiu-Jitsu yourself or enroll your kiddos, Rankin Jiu-Jitsu Academy is the premier BJJ establishment in Brandon!”
Sign up for our one-week trial!
You can join us for a FREE week of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes with our trial—sign up and see what our Brandon BJJ school can do for you!
Contact Us!
We are proud to provide high-quality Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training in Brandon and welcome all students nearby, including those from Pearl, Flowood, Pelahatchie, and Florence. You can find us a mile away from Interstate 20 off Highway 80 near Rankin County Co-Op Store!