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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) Training Academies in Pasadena, CA

6 of the 36 martial arts schools we list in Pasadena have bjj instruction available.

This directory features martial arts academies offering dedicated Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) instruction for adult beginners, youth, and advanced competitors. Academies in this section provide ground-grappling curriculum, covering positional control, joint locks, and chokes in both traditional Gi and No-Gi formats. Before calling, confirm whether the school requires proprietary academy uniforms or allows neutral white/blue/black gis.

  1. Fight Academy Of Pasadena

    36 W Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91105

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
  2. Gracie Jiu Jitsu Pasadena

    75 W Walnut St, Pasadena, CA 91103-3679

    BJJ / grappling
  3. Kenpo Pasadena

    1614 E Washington Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91104-2746

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondoMMA
  4. Legacy Pasadena Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

    2560 E Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91107-3744

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing
  5. Modern Martial Arts and Fitness

    2318 E Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91107-3655

    Mon 5pm-9pm, Tue 5pm-9pm, Wed 5pm-9pm, Thu 5pm-9pm, Sat 10am-1pm

    Free trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
  6. Roger Machado Jiu-Jitsu Pasadena

    977 E Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91101

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling
Verify uniform rules before buying gear: Many academies require students to purchase school-branded gis ($120–$180) and rash guards rather than third-party equipment.

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Good to know

How much do monthly BJJ classes cost on average?

Unlimited BJJ memberships in the US typically range from $130 to $220 per month under 6-month or 12-month contracts. Drop-in single class fees range from $20 to $35, while initial registration packages with a uniform cost around $150 to $250.

What gear do I need for my first BJJ class?

For a trial class, standard athletic shorts without zippers and a fitted t-shirt or rash guard are sufficient. Once enrolled, Gi classes require a BJJ-specific cotton kimono and belt ($80–$160), while No-Gi classes require a ranked or plain rash guard and board shorts.

How often should a beginner train BJJ each week?

Attending 2 to 3 fundamental classes per week allows steady skill development while granting adequate recovery time for joints and muscles. Most adult practitioners adapt to regular sparring conditioning within 4 to 6 weeks of consistent attendance.