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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) Martial Arts Schools in San Francisco, CA

14 of the 115 martial arts schools we list in San Francisco have bjj classes available.

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) focuses on ground fighting, grappling, and submission holds using body leverage instead of striking. Academies listed here provide structured adult and youth instruction across fundamentals, advanced, gi, and no-gi formats. Standard membership rates across the US typically range between $130 and $230 per month, with most schools providing an introductory trial class.

  1. Aikido San Francisco

    141 11th St, San Francisco, CA 94103-2534

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo
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  2. Alliance BJJ SF Bay

    1625 Bush St, San Francisco, CA 94109-5300

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
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  3. Barrios Martial Arts

    1756 18th St, San Francisco, CA 94107-2343

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
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  4. Cesar Gracie Jiu Jitsu

    1500 16th St, San Francisco, CA 94103

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMMA
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  5. Charles Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy

    6300 California St, San Francisco, CA 94121

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling
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  6. Colhado Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy

    603 Taraval St, San Francisco, CA 94116-2513

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo
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  7. Excelsior Martial Arts Academy

    1178 Geneva Ave, San Francisco, CA 94112-3822

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing
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  8. Hapkido

    603 Taraval St, San Francisco, CA 94116-2513

    Karate / taekwondo
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  9. Infinite Martial Arts

    2830 Baker St, San Francisco, CA 94123-3265

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  10. Maru Dojo

    736 14th St, San Francisco, CA 94114-1103

    BJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo
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  11. Romulo Melo Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

    1313 Mason St, San Francisco, CA 94133-4708

    BJJ / grappling
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  12. San Francisco Judo Institute

    2455 Taraval St, San Francisco, CA 94116-2254

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo
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  13. Skrap Pack Mission

    672 S Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110-1306

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
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  14. Zen Budokai Jujitsu

    1622 Castro St, San Francisco, CA 94114-3707

    BJJ / grapplingMMA
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Verify uniform rules before attending as some academies enforce strict school-branded gi requirements, while others allow any plain BJJ gi or athletic rashguards for trial sessions.

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What is the difference between Gi and No-Gi BJJ classes?

Gi BJJ requires a traditional heavy cotton uniform and belt, allowing practitioners to grip the opponent's fabric for leverage and submissions. No-Gi BJJ is practiced in a tight rashguard and shorts, relying more on friction, body control, and underhooks. Most academies offer dedicated time slots for both styles on their weekly schedule.

How much do BJJ classes usually cost per month in the US?

Unlimited monthly memberships at BJJ academies typically cost between $130 and $250 depending on the region and instructor rank. Many schools charge an upfront registration fee of $100 to $150, which often includes an official school gi or starter kit.

Do I need prior martial arts experience or high fitness levels to start BJJ?

No prior experience or elite conditioning is required to begin training in fundamental BJJ classes. Most entry-level classes run 60 minutes and follow a structure of dynamic warm-ups, step-by-step technique drills, and light positional sparring adapted for beginners.