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.
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Fournier's Olympic Karate Center
39 Mechanic St, Westbrook, ME 04092-2855
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Team 1 BJJ
90 Bridge St, Westbrook, ME 04092-2887
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Total Krav maga
39 Mechanic St, Westbrook, ME 04092-2855
Portland 2
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Stonecoast Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for Kids
131 Johnson Rd, Portland, ME 04102-1988
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The Academy
651 Riverside St, Portland, ME 04103-5943
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Gracie Barra
798 Main St, South Portland, ME 04106-6035
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Southern Maine Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
333 Clarks Pond Pkwy, South Portland, ME 04106
Augusta 1
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Black Bear BJJ and Fitness
126 Western Ave, Augusta, ME 04330-7249
Bar Harbor 1
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Bar Harbor Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
12 Bethany Ln, Bar Harbor, ME 04609-6010
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Team Moreira Jiu Jitsu Biddeford, Adult & Kid classes
408 Alfred St, Biddeford, ME 04005
Camden 1
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Flow Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
255 Molyneaux Rd, Camden, ME 04843
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Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Acadia
385 High St, Ellsworth, ME 04605-2571
Monday/Tuesday/Thursday 5-6 PM
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The Foundry Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
218 Fairbanks Rd, Farmington, ME 04938-5773
Mon, Thu: Kids Beginner Bjj @ 4:15pm
Freeport 1
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Empire Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
15 Depot St, Freeport, ME 04032-1503
Gray 1
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Carll Clan Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
17 Main St, Gray, ME 04039-3505
Lewiston 1
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Central Maine Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
760 Main St, Lewiston, ME 04240-5807
Oakland 1
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Bearclan Jiujitsu
826 Kennedy Memorial Dr, Oakland, ME 04963
Pittsfield 1
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VisionQuest Muay Thai & Fitness
418 Main St, Pittsfield, ME 04967
Monday-Thursday 8:30am
Rockland 1
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Flow Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
4 Cedar St, Rockland, ME 04841-3105
Topsham 1
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Brunswick Martial Arts Academy
126 Main St, Topsham, ME 04086-1245
Turner 1
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CMBJJ - Turner
1355 Auburn Rd, Turner, ME 04282-3778
Windham 1
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Gracie Gym Maine Brazilian Jiu-jitsu
770 Roosevelt Trl, Windham, ME 04062-5300
Also in Maine
- Traditional Martial Arts Schools55
- Kids Martial Arts Classes40
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Schools36
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Gi Training Programs25
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) Training Academies23
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and BJJ Training Classes22
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) Martial Arts Schools22
- MMA Gyms14
- Dedicated Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academies13
- Karate Classes for Children and Adults9
Good to know
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.
How to lose body fat percentage?
Reducing body fat percentage involves maintaining a moderate energy deficit while engaging in strength training and high-calorie combat sports. Regular practice in disciplines like MMA or Muay Thai builds lean tissue while driving down overall body fat. Users in Maine can browse 22 verified martial arts academies offering structured weight management programs.
How to drain fluid from ear?
Draining fluid from an ear—often caused by trauma such as cauliflower ear in grappling—requires sterile medical aspiration using a syringe followed by a compression wrap. Performing this procedure at home without medical expertise carries a severe risk of infection and permanent cartilage deformity. Practicing martial artists in Maine should consult qualified medical professionals or ask coaches at one of the 22 listed local academies for proper sports health protocols.