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TUPELO JIU JITSU ACADEMY
BRAZILIAN JIU JITSU & MMA
IN TUPELO, MISSISSIPPI.
Real training for beginners, competitors and everyone in between.
No experience required.
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JIU JITSU
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TUPELO JIU JITSU ACADEMY
BRAZILIAN JIU JITSU & MMA
IN TUPELO, MISSISSIPPI.
Real training for beginners, competitors and everyone in between.
No experience required.
FRIENDLY
& KIDS
JIU JITSU
TRAINING
More Than Jiu Jitsu.
Build Skills That Last.
Strength
Focus
Dedication
Tradition
Honor
Respect
At Tupelo Jiu Jitsu Academy, we offer Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and MMA training for complete beginners, experienced martial artists, and competitors. Our adult and kids programs are built around quality instruction, practical skills, hard training, and a team environment where students can continue improving at every level.
BOOK YOUR FIRST CLASS
Your first class is free. No experience necessary.
Come Train, meet the team, and see if it's a good fit for you.
Our programs
Jiu Jitsu, MMA
& Self-Defense Classes in Tupelo
New to Jiu Jitsu or MMA?
You're in the Right Place.
You don't need any previous martial arts experience to train at Tupelo Jiu Jitsu Academy. All of our classes are beginner-friendly, and our coaches will help you learn at your own pace while you build your skills.
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Classes for Adults
Brand new to Jiu Jitsu or an experienced grappler, our adult Jiu Jitsu program offers challenging, technical training for every skill level. Learn takedowns, positional control, escapes and submissions through both Gi and No-Gi training in a team-focused environment.
Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) Training for Adults
Learn the complete skill set of mixed martial arts with training in striking, wrestling, takedowns and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Our adult MMA program is open to beginners who want to learn the sport as well as experienced athletes interested in taking their training to the next level.
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Classes for Kids
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Classes for Kids
Our kids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu program teaches real grappling skills while helping young students develop confidence, discipline and problem-solving skills. Kids learn Gi and No-Gi Jiu Jitsu through structured, age-appropriate instruction in an environment that keeps training challenging and fun.
Kids MMA Training
Our Youth MMA program introduces young athletes to striking, wrestling and grappling while teaching them how the different parts of mixed martial arts work together. Training focuses on technique, movement, discipline and developing well-rounded martial arts skills in a structured environment.
Women's Self-Defense Classes in Tupelo
Learn practical skills designed to help you feel more prepared and confident in real-world situations. Our women's self-defense training covers awareness, controlling distance, escaping common holds and using Brazilian Jiu Jitsu techniques when a confrontation goes to the ground.
Private Training for Businesses
& Groups
Give your employees, organization or group hands-on training in practical personal safety and self-defense. Tupelo Jiu Jitsu Academy offers private group sessions covering situational awareness, conflict management and fundamental defensive skills in an approachable, hands-on format.
Training can be customized for businesses, organizations, teams and private groups in the Tupelo area.
Private Jiu Jitsu & MMA Lessons
Get one-on-one instruction focused entirely on your goals. Private lessons are available for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, No-Gi grappling, wrestling and MMA, whether you're learning the fundamentals, preparing for competition or looking to improve a specific part of your game.
Private training is available for beginners and experienced students.
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Watch Jiu Jitsu & MMA Training
Get a closer look at how we train at Tupelo Jiu Jitsu Academy. Watch Jiu Jitsu techniques, MMA training, competition footage, coaching breakdowns and highlights from our team.
Cody Floyd vs. Josh Root — FloGrappling
Father Son Duo's at TJJA
Unterio Gladney's Journey to MMA/Jiu Jitsu
Back Step - Back Take Instructional
Summit Fighting MMA Clips
Cody Floyd Flow Rolling With 10th Planet
Meet Cody Floyd,
Founder & Head Instructor
TUPELO'S FIRST BRAZILIAN JIU JITSU BLACK BELT
Cody Floyd is the founder and head instructor of Tupelo Jiu Jitsu Academy, where he has spent close to 20 years, teaching, and developing students in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and MMA.
As Tupelo's first Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt, Cody has helped build a strong Jiu Jitsu community in Northeast Mississippi while coaching everyone from complete beginners to experienced competitors.
Cody's coaching experience extends beyond the Jiu Jitsu mats. He has helped develop successful Brazilian Jiu Jitsu competitors and mixed martial artists, including fighters who have competed in major organizations such as Bellator, Strikeforce, and LFA. Today, he continues to lead the training at Tupelo Jiu Jitsu Academy, helping students develop their skills in Jiu Jitsu, grappling, wrestling, and MMA in a challenging but welcoming training environment.
WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY
What It’s Like to Train at Tupelo Jiu Jitsu Academy
The best way to understand our academy is to hear from the people who train here. Read what students and parents have to say about our coaching, classes, team atmosphere, and their experience training Jiu Jitsu and MMA at TJJA.
TJJA IN THE NEWS
Jiu Jitsu Training for
Local Law Enforcement
WCBI visited one of our law-enforcement training sessions to see how Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is helping local officers develop practical skills they can use on the job.
Tupelo Jiu Jitsu Academy provides hands-on Jiu Jitsu and grappling training for law-enforcement officers throughout Northeast Mississippi.
Featured on WCBI News • May 15, 2026
CODY FLOYD works with Law Enforcement Officers in Monroe County
YOUR FIRST CLASS
New to Jiu Jitsu?
Start Here.
Thinking about trying Brazilian Jiu Jitsu or MMA for the first time? You probably have a few questions. Here are answers to some of the most common questions we hear from new students at Tupelo Jiu Jitsu Academy.
What is Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ)?
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, often called BJJ, is a grappling-based martial art that focuses on takedowns, controlling positions, escapes and submissions rather than punches and kicks. Jiu Jitsu teaches you how to use technique, leverage and positioning to control an opponent, making it useful for self-defense, competition and fitness.
At Tupelo Jiu Jitsu Academy, we teach both Gi and No-Gi Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for beginners and experienced students in Tupelo, Mississippi.
What should I expect at my first Brazilian Jiu Jitsu class?
Your first class is about getting comfortable and learning how Jiu Jitsu works. You'll meet your coaches and training partners, learn some basic positions and techniques, and get a feel for how our classes are structured.
You don't need to know anything about Jiu Jitsu before you walk through the door. We'll help you get started and guide you through the class.
Do I need any experience to start Jiu Jitsu?
No. Most people begin Brazilian Jiu Jitsu with absolutely no martial arts or grappling experience.
Our classes are beginner-friendly, and you'll learn the fundamentals as you train. You don't need to memorize techniques, understand the terminology or know how to grapple before your first class.
That's what we're here to teach you.
Do I need to be in shape before starting Jiu Jitsu?
No. You don't need to “get in shape” before you start training. Jiu Jitsu itself is a great way to improve your conditioning, strength, mobility and overall fitness.
Everyone starts at a different fitness level. Train at your own pace, take breaks when you need them, and your conditioning will improve as you become more consistent.
Am I too old to start Brazilian Jiu Jitsu?
Probably not. Adults begin Jiu Jitsu at many different ages, and you don't have to train like a competitor to benefit from it.
Training can be adjusted to your experience, fitness level and goals. Whether you're interested in learning a new skill, getting in better shape, self-defense or simply finding something challenging to do, you can start Jiu Jitsu as an adult with no previous experience.
What should I wear to my first Jiu Jitsu class?
If you're attending a No-Gi class, comfortable athletic clothing such as a T-shirt or rash guard with athletic shorts is a good place to start. Avoid clothing with zippers, buttons or anything that could catch on a training partner.
For Gi classes, you'll eventually need a Jiu Jitsu Gi. If you aren't sure what you need for your first class, contact us before you come in and we'll help you get squared away.
Do you offer Jiu Jitsu and MMA classes for kids?
Yes. Tupelo Jiu Jitsu Academy offers Kids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Kids MMA for ages 6–13.
Our kids programs teach real martial arts skills in a structured environment while helping young students develop confidence, discipline, coordination and problem-solving skills. Kids can learn Gi and No-Gi Jiu Jitsu, and our youth MMA training introduces striking, wrestling and grappling.
Strength
Focus
Dedication
Tradition
Honor
Respect
FIND
TUPELO JIU JITSU ACADEMY
Ready to train? Have a question about Jiu Jitsu, MMA, kids classes, or visiting the academy? Give us a call, send us a message, or stop by.
Tupelo Jiu Jitsu Academy is located on Varsity Drive in Tupelo, Mississippi, with Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, No-Gi, MMA, and kids classes throughout the week.
CONTACT US
VISIT THE ACADEMY
Have a question about classes, membership, kids programs or visiting the academy?
Send us a message and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.
Tupelo Jiu Jitsu Academy
811B Varsity Drive
Tupelo, MS 38801
FIND
TUPELO JIU JITSU ACADEMY
Ready to train? Have a question about Jiu Jitsu, MMA, kids classes, or visiting the academy? Give us a call, send us a message, or stop by.
Tupelo Jiu Jitsu Academy is located on Varsity Drive in Tupelo, Mississippi, with Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, No-Gi, MMA, and kids classes throughout the week.
CONTACT US
VISIT THE ACADEMY
Have a question about classes, membership, kids programs or visiting the academy?
Send us a message and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.
Tupelo Jiu Jitsu Academy
811B Varsity Drive
Tupelo, MS 38801
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & MMA
training for adults and kids
in Tupelo, Mississippi.
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