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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) Training Academies in South Dakota

8 of the 52 martial arts schools we track in South Dakota have bjj instruction available. Full listings for every city are on the South Dakota page.

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52schools statewide

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.

Sioux Falls 4

  1. Midwest Martial Arts Academy

    5014 S Marion Rd, Sioux Falls, SD 57106

    Mon: 6pm

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
    Call Website All Sioux Falls

  2. Misfits Grappling Club

    3506 N Casco Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57104-7035

    Kids classesBJJ / grappling
    Call Website All Sioux Falls

  3. Next Edge Academy

    909 E 8th St, Sioux Falls, SD 57103-1603

    Mon-Fri: 6:00am

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
    Call Website All Sioux Falls

  4. Next Edge Academy of Martial Arts

    909 E 8th St, Sioux Falls, SD 57103

    Mon-Fri: 6:00am

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
    Call Website All Sioux Falls

Rapid City 2

  1. Black Hills Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

    3325 W Main St, Rapid City, SD 57702-2319

    Kids classesBJJ / grappling
    Call Website All Rapid City

  2. Gold Bar Training Center

    2090 Deadwood Ave, Rapid City, SD 57702-0429

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing
    Call Website All Rapid City

Mitchell 1

  1. Synergy combat club

    405 N Main St, Mitchell, SD 57301

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing
    Call Website All Mitchell

Spearfish 1

  1. Spearfish Martial Arts

    3103 E Fairgrounds Loop Ste 1, Spearfish, SD 57783

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

How to lose body fat percentage?

Reducing body fat percentage involves maintaining a moderate energy deficit while engaging in strength training and high-calorie combat sports. Regular practice in disciplines like MMA or Muay Thai builds lean tissue while driving down overall body fat. Users in South Dakota can browse 8 verified martial arts academies offering structured weight management programs.

How to drain fluid from ear?

Draining fluid from an ear—often caused by trauma such as cauliflower ear in grappling—requires sterile medical aspiration using a syringe followed by a compression wrap. Performing this procedure at home without medical expertise carries a severe risk of infection and permanent cartilage deformity. Practicing martial artists in South Dakota should consult qualified medical professionals or ask coaches at one of the 8 listed local academies for proper sports health protocols.