I can’t say enough good things about this gym! Growing up, I was never particularly athletic, so I never truly understood the value of great coaching or the feeling of being part of a team. But this place has completely changed that—it’s become a second home for me. The ladies' class is phenomenal, and the level of support here is unmatched. Everyone genuinely wants to see you succeed, both on and off the mats.
The instructors are not only highly experienced but also masters of the little details that make techniques effective. Each brings their own unique style, creating a well-rounded learning experience. Even more importantly, they help you tailor the techniques to fit your personal style and game plan, making sure you develop in a way that works best for you.
This gym is more than just a training space—it’s a community that makes learning fun, inspiring, and deeply rewarding. Whether you're a total beginner or a seasoned practitioner, I’d highly recommend it to anyone looking for high-quality training in a welcoming environment.
I’ve trained at TSH for over a year and I’ve had so much support and progress from this crew. I was completely out of shape and nervous to jump in with these impressive folks. I was immediately surprised how many people here at the gym welcomed me and worked with me to become a better and more fit me. I consider everyone here family at this point and I continue to improve. This community has incredible talent and the urge to share. Shawn Hammonds and his team are incredible and eager to share their impressive knowledge with anyone walking through the door for their first time. I would encourage anyone anyone to show up and give it a try. You will find a team that has your best interest in mind.
Great place to train! Shawn was kind enough to offer me a place to train while I was in town for a couple days. Really enjoyed the flow of the class as well as the facility as a whole!
Have had the opportunity to train with Shawn and some of the team quite a bit over the last few years. I cannot say enough good about everyone! If you have the opportunity to take a class or if you’re looking for a gym in the Nashville area, 10/10 recommended.
Excellent instruction and great group of people to train with! People of all sizes train here and my jiu jitsu has improved greatly because of this. If you are a woman who is apprehensive about training with men, there are enough women to exclusively train with women (just let one of the black belts know). I appreciate Shawn’s welcoming me and my family in at a transitional period and cannot thank him enough!
Professor Shawn has been one of my Coaches for several years now I’ve made multiple trips to his academy and it’s drastically improved my game. You can really tell how much Shawn loves his students, he makes sure to take time out for everyone during class and never leaves anyone behind. Proud to be a TSH black belt for life!
I have been training with Shawn for almost 2 decades. He is one the absolute best instructors on the planet and I am so lucky to be a part of this amazing team. This new facility is beautiful and I am sooo excited to be training with these unbelievably awesome group of people again! If you want an amazing team with the best atmosphere come to this gym! Best bjj spot in Nashville by far!!
This place and these people are some of the best in the industry. The training floor is world class. The instructors are world class. The environment is positive and full of energy. Whether you are training to become a world champion, or you just want to learn a little jiu jitsu for fun, you will be welcome here. Come train with us! I am a purple belt and a Pan American champion, so I have had the honor to be able to train in gyms and facilities all over the United States. You won't find a more closely knit, welcoming crew that will help you achieve whatever goals you may have within the sport. Come train with us!
Shawn Hammonds was very welcoming to my son and allowed him to have some practice time while we were traveling in Nashville. Very grateful and loved the atmosphere.
This is the best Jiu-jitsu school in Nashville. Team Shawn Hammonds and the community of this gym is one that you won’t find anywhere else. It’s a safe and welcoming environment for anyone, at any level in their training. The things that I’ve learned training with these instructors and this team have positively impacted so many aspects of my life.