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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) Training Academies in Tampa, FL

12 of the 93 martial arts schools we list in Tampa 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. Caridian Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

    9225 Bay Plaza Blvd, Tampa, FL 33619-4412

    BJJ / grappling
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  2. Collective Jiu Jitsu & MMA

    4316 S Manhattan Ave, Tampa, FL 33611-1304

    Free trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
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  3. Elevate Martial Arts North Tampa

    234 E Bearss Ave, Tampa, FL 33613-1642

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  4. Empowered Martial Arts

    8610 Citrus Park Dr, Tampa, FL 33625-3012

    Kids classesBJJ / grappling
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  5. Gracie Martial Arts Tampa

    720 W Martin Luther King Blvd, Tampa, FL 33603-3134

    Mon-Thu 5:45am-9am, Sat 7:45am-2:30pm

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling
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  6. Gracie Westchase

    12807 W Hillsborough Ave, Tampa, FL 33635-9615

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
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  7. Martial Arts Advantage

    3311 S Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa, FL 33629-7817

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
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  8. Martial Arts Advantage North

    234 E Bearss Ave Ste A, Tampa, FL 33613

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
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  9. Primata Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

    12864 Commodity Pl, Tampa, FL 33626-3101

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling
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  10. South Tampa Jiu-Jitsu & MMA

    4916 S Lois Ave, Tampa, FL 33611-3439

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
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  11. Tampa Jiu Jitsu

    11732 Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa, FL 33618-3504

    Mon 5:30pm-9pm, Tue 5:30pm-10pm, Wed 5:30pm-8:45pm, Thu 5:30pm-10pm, Fri 7:15pm-8:15pm, Sat 12pm-2pm

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMMA
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  12. Traditional TaeKwon-Do Center Interbay

    5251 S Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa, FL 33611-3502

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
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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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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.