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.
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Black Cat Mixed Martial Arts and Self Defense
9500 Mall Rd, Morgantown, WV 26501
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Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
308 Cheat Rd, Morgantown, WV 26508-4101
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Team Junqueira Morgantown
308 Cheat Rd, Morgantown, WV 26508-4101
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Spectrum Jiu Jitsu
59 Ruland Rd, Kearneysville, WV 25430-0050
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True Elevation Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
362 W Burr Blvd, Kearneysville, WV 25430-4787
Beckley 1
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Arte Suave Jiu Jitsu Academy
321 S Fayette St, Beckley, WV 25801-5415
Elkins 1
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Team Luiz Palhares of West Virginia
2285 Beverly Pike, Elkins, WV 26241-9408
Fairmont 1
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The Compound Mixed Martial Arts Training Center
2331 Pleasant Valley Rd, Fairmont, WV 26554-8566
Follansbee 1
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Andrew Pardee Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy
134 May Rd, Follansbee, WV 26037-1602
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Switchback BJJ
705 Shrewsbury Pl, Parkersburg, WV 26101-6090
Ranson 1
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Modern Era Warriors
111 W 2nd Ave, Ranson, WV 25438-1076
Ripley 1
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Raines Korean Martial Arts Center
117 E Main St, Ripley, WV 25271-1410
Vienna 1
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Parkersburg Jiu-Jitsu Academy
101 12th St, Vienna, WV 26105-2174
Weirton 1
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Andrew Pardee Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu/Martial Arts Academy
241 Three Springs Dr, Weirton, WV 26062
Also in West Virginia
- Traditional Martial Arts Schools58
- Kids Martial Arts Classes38
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Schools36
- MMA Gyms19
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Gi Training Programs15
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) Martial Arts Schools14
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) Classes14
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and BJJ Training Classes13
- Dedicated Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academies10
- Self-Defense Classes and Safety Workshops6
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 West Virginia can browse 14 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 West Virginia should consult qualified medical professionals or ask coaches at one of the 14 listed local academies for proper sports health protocols.