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1133 N Eastman Rd Kingsport, TN 37664

Jiujitsu, Karate & Kickboxing, MMA in Kingsport

What We Offer

Duncan MMA is the home of Kingsport Jiujitsu, Kingsport Karate & Kickboxing, and Kingsport Wrestling Club!

We are a veteran owned business, is the premier martial arts school for learning SGC Karate& Kickboxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), wrestling, and MMA in East Tennessee. We have classes for kids (ages 4-6 and 7-13.), adult classes, and cardio kickboxing. Whether you are a hobbyist, looking to get fit, or want to start a professional career, we have a program for you!

We are located in Kingsport, TN and service students in the surrounding tri-cities area and beyond. Martial Arts classes for Kingsport, Johnson City, and Bristol Tennessee.

Kingsport JiuJitsu - Kids Competition Team

It’s not just about fighting or winning trophies, it’s about developing our character and learning to stand up under difficulty.

Dr. Brian Duncan

now enrolling new students!

Jiujitsu, Karate & Kickboxing, and Wrestling Classes

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Duncan MMA is home to Kingsport Jiu-Jitsu, Kingsport Karate& Kickboxing, and the Kingsport Wrestling Club. Premier MMA, BJJ, and wrestling training in Kingsport, TN.

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Our Instructors

Brian Duncan

Brian Duncan

Coach, Founder

Dr. Brian Duncan has been training in martial arts for 3 decades. He currently holds a 5th degree black belt in SGC Karate & Kickboxing and a purple belt in BJJ. Coach Brian also has a 2nd degree black belt in Koei-Kan Karate and a black belt in Wing Chun.

Tom Clerici

Tom Clerici

Coach, Co-owner

Tom Clerici is a BJJ brown belt having trained under Professor Steven Bongiorno, Professor Jay Regalbuto, and Professor Chris Massie. He has prepared world-class competitors for ADCC World Championships and Trials, IBJJF World and Pan Championships, EBI Invitationals and many local and national tournaments.

Kailey Duncan

Kailey Duncan

Coach, Women's Instructor

Kailey Duncan is a BJJ Blue Belt and the head coach for our “Women’s Introductory Self-Defense Course” and an assistant coach for our Kids BJJ classes.

Steven Bongiorno

Steven Bongiorno

BJJ Affiliation Owner

Steven Bongiorno has been training in martial arts for over 40 years. He earned his Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt under Ricardo Almeida in 2005 and currently holds a third degree black belt. The owner of South Jersey Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, he has multiple BJJ affiliate schools and is active in all of them. He has trained with UFC fighters, prepared world champions, and actively teaches professional MMA fighters, jiu jitsu competitors, and BJJ hobbyists of all ages. In August of 2019 he was inducted into the New Jersey Martial Arts Hall of Fame.

Our Results in Numbers

A 1985 study found that children in martial arts have an increased sense of responsibili-
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People Talk About Us

My daughter has been going for a couple weeks and it’s been great. She loves it! I went to my first adult class tonight at it was fantastic! Instructors are great. Very thorough with explaining the moves and the process, very beginner friendly. Definitely will be continuing! 15/10 will recommend!

Celena H.

Coaches are knowledgeable, fun, and hardworking with an emphasis on doing things right, staying safe while laying the smack down. This dojo is a place the whole family can grow in character and skill. Each instructor brings a unique expertise to the table, along with a sense of humor and humility.

MK Williams

This gym and people are so wonderfully amazing! I was a complete beginner when I came to Duncan and I have learned so much in this short time. The coaches have been so great to break it all down and make me feel comfortable when this was totally outside my comfy zone! I really love this gym it is truly a family. Another benefit is there are so many women in the class; so I feel comfortable rolling multiple partners and get a variety of experience. I highly highly recommend you come check them out!

KT M.

So glad we found Duncan MMA. If you’re looking try this place everyone is amazing we love them all. Prices are good too. My son’s confidence has grown since being at Duncan. The coaches are amazing. You learn respect, they get their energy out, and they learn how to defend themselves. So, if you’re looking for a great karate place for your kids, this is it. Coach Brian has kids of his own that are in the class. They also help students and are super sweet probably the most well-rounded kids I’ve ever met.

Tinea R.

I was on vacation in Tennessee for about a week, and stopped in for a workout. I didn’t know what to expect, small town Tennessee. Wow was I impressed. Incredible knowledge, great experience, and a great workout. I highly recommend those guys.

Caldarise

Incredible knowledge and training. Can’t say enough about this place! Come see for yourself!

Matt B.

Duncan MMA has been such a great and inviting experience for my family and I. Being new to jiu jitsu, and wanting something for my family and I to do together, we came here as an invite from our friends at church and it has been such a great atmosphere. The instructors are great! They are patient, friendly, and good at teaching techniques no matter the experience level. Would highly recommend to any and all who are interested in self defense! Thanks Duncan MMA!

Joe B.

Brian knows how to teach and still keep learning. He is a great guy and his experience with so many martial arts really adds to his instruction and classes.

Daniel F.

The instructor Brian is awesome and he really knows his stuff!

Jacob E.