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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) Training Academies in Boston, MA

6 of the 39 martial arts schools we list in Boston 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. Boston Aikikai

    98 Business St, Boston, MA 02136-2126

    Karate / taekwondo
  2. Brazilian Top Team - Back Bay

    400 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02215-2813

    Sun 10am-12pm, Mon 6am-8pm, Tue 6am-8pm, Wed 6am-8pm, Thu 6am-8:30pm, Fri 12pm-8pm, Sat 9am-2pm

    Kids classes
  3. Broadway Jiu-Jitsu and Fitness

    36 W Broadway, Boston, MA 02127-1098

    BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
  4. Combat Sports Boston

    261 Friend St, Boston, MA 02114-1802

    Free trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
  5. Gracie Barra Boston

    957 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02215-1311

    Free trial classBJJ / grappling
  6. Ippon Sports Academy

    14 Green St, Boston, MA 02129-3002

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
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.