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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) Training Academies in Raleigh, NC

7 of the 63 martial arts schools we list in Raleigh 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. Endeavor Martial Arts - Gracie Brier Creek

    10251 Little Brier Creek Ln, Raleigh, NC 27617-4267

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
  2. Geoff Balme's Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

    3751 Sumner Blvd, Raleigh, NC 27616-2988

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
  3. Gracie Raleigh

    1609 Old Louisburg Rd, Raleigh, NC 27604-1376

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
  4. Irongrip Jiu Jitsu

    731 W Hargett St, Raleigh, NC 27603-1601

    monday 10:00 AM – 7:30 PM

    Kids classesBJJ / grappling
  5. Raleigh Brazilian Jiujitsu and Muay Thai

    3501 Spring Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC 27616-2946

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing
  6. Raleigh Institute of Martial Arts

    4821 Hargrove Rd, Raleigh, NC 27616

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing
  7. Royce Gracie Jiu Jitsu Academy of Raleigh

    3647 Trust Dr, Raleigh, NC 27616-2955

    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.