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

11 of the 108 martial arts schools we list in San Jose 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. All Sport Mixed Martial Arts

    319 Piercy Rd, San Jose, CA 95138-1403

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
  2. Claudio Franca Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

    14800 Camden Ave, San Jose, CA 95124

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
  3. FightCraft

    1825 W San Carlos St, San Jose, CA 95128-1928

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
  4. Gloglo Brazilian Jiu-jitsu, Kickboxing & Fitness Academy

    95 Phelan Ave, San Jose, CA 95112

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing
  5. Gracie Jiu-Jitsu San Jose

    1310 Tully Rd, San Jose, CA 95122-3054

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling
  6. Guerrilla Jiu-Jitsu Martial Arts Academy

    478 W San Carlos St, San Jose, CA 95110-2627

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling
  7. King's Martial Arts Academy

    171 Branham Ln, San Jose, CA 95136

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo
  8. LUTE Training Academy

    1605 N Capitol Ave, San Jose, CA 95132-2106

    5pm-8:30pm

    Free trial classBJJ / grappling
  9. Modern Training Academy

    375 Saratoga Ave, San Jose, CA 95129-1339

    Friday 4pm-8pm

    BJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo
  10. San Jose Judo Academy

    625 Wool Creek Dr, San Jose, CA 95112-2622

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo
  11. Solidarity Jiu Jitsu

    1337 Blossom Hill Rd, San Jose, CA 95118

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing
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.