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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) Classes in San Francisco, CA

15 of the 115 martial arts schools we list in San Francisco have bjj classes available.

This section lists martial arts academies offering structured Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) programs for adults and youth. BJJ emphasizes ground fighting, joint locks, and chokeholds, allowing smaller practitioners to leverage technique against larger opponents. Average monthly membership fees range from $140 to $220, with options for both Gi (kimono) and No-Gi grappling schedules.

  1. 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu San Francisco

    261 S Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94103-3733

    BJJ / grappling
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  2. Aikido San Francisco

    141 11th St, San Francisco, CA 94103-2534

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo
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  3. Alliance BJJ SF Bay

    1625 Bush St, San Francisco, CA 94109-5300

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
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  4. Barrios Martial Arts

    1756 18th St, San Francisco, CA 94107-2343

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
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  5. Cesar Gracie Jiu Jitsu

    1500 16th St, San Francisco, CA 94103

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMMA
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  6. Charles Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy

    6300 California St, San Francisco, CA 94121

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling
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  7. Colhado Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy

    603 Taraval St, San Francisco, CA 94116-2513

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo
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  8. Excelsior Martial Arts Academy

    1178 Geneva Ave, San Francisco, CA 94112-3822

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing
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  9. Hapkido

    603 Taraval St, San Francisco, CA 94116-2513

    Karate / taekwondo
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  10. Infinite Martial Arts

    2830 Baker St, San Francisco, CA 94123-3265

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  11. Maru Dojo

    736 14th St, San Francisco, CA 94114-1103

    BJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo
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  12. Romulo Melo Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

    1313 Mason St, San Francisco, CA 94133-4708

    BJJ / grappling
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  13. San Francisco Judo Institute

    2455 Taraval St, San Francisco, CA 94116-2254

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo
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  14. Skrap Pack Mission

    672 S Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110-1306

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
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  15. Zen Budokai Jujitsu

    1622 Castro St, San Francisco, CA 94114-3707

    BJJ / grapplingMMA
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Check uniform policies before your first session, as some academies enforce strict academy-branded gi requirements while others permit any clean, unpatched uniform or athletic attire.

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How much do BJJ classes usually cost per month?

Unlimited BJJ memberships in the US typically cost between $150 and $220 per month. Initial costs usually include a $30 to $50 registration fee plus a high-quality academy Gi, which costs between $100 and $180.

Do I need prior martial arts experience or peak fitness to start?

No prior experience or advanced physical fitness is required to join beginner BJJ classes. Most academies run dedicated fundamentals curricula that focus on essential movements, safety precautions, and break-falling before introducing live sparring.

What is the difference between Gi and No-Gi BJJ classes?

Gi BJJ is trained in a traditional heavy cotton uniform that allows grips on collars and sleeves for control and submissions. No-Gi BJJ is practiced in a rashguard and shorts, relying on anatomical control holds and moving at a faster overall pace.