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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) Martial Arts Schools in Chicago, IL

29 of the 224 martial arts schools we list in Chicago 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. 606 Karate & Self-Defense

    5307 S Hyde Park Blvd, Chicago, IL 60615-5728

    12:00 pm-1:00 pm, 7:30 pm-8:00 pm

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondoMMA
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  2. BJJ X Yoga Studio

    3700 S Iron St, Chicago, IL 60609-2118

    Kids classesBJJ / grappling
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  3. Bender Martial Arts and Fitness

    5547 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL 60640-1125

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing
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  4. Carlson Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Headquarters

    2778 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60647-1323

    BJJ / grappling
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  5. Chicago Mixed Martial Arts

    1528 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60642-2528

    MMA
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  6. Chicago School Of Grappling

    722 S Racine Ave, Chicago, IL 60607-3987

    BJJ / grappling
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  7. Downtown Jiu Jitsu Club Chicago

    226 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60604

    Mon 12am-12am, Tue 12am-12am, Wed 12am-12am, Thu 12am-12am, Fri 12am-12am, Sat 12am-12am, Sun 12am-12am

    BJJ / grappling
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  8. GB Chicago West Loop

    Chicago, IL

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  9. Grassroots Jiu-Jitsu and Fitness

    10940 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60643-3228

    BJJ / grappling
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  10. Hybrid Martial Arts & Fitness

    3933 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60618-4227

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  11. Lakeside Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

    4101 N Broadway, Chicago, IL 60613

    BJJ / grappling
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  12. Mission MMA & Fitness

    1620 W Carroll Ave, Chicago, IL 60612-2502

    MMA
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  13. Molinaro Jiu Jitsu

    3260 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60657

    BJJ / grappling
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  14. Movimento Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Fitness - Chicago

    2139 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60647-4644

    BJJ / grappling
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  15. Movimento Brazillian Jiu Jitsu

    770 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60642-5972

    BJJ / grappling
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  16. North Side Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

    3649 N Central Ave, Chicago, IL 60634-2753

    BJJ / grappling
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  17. Panthers Martial Arts Taekwondo

    5438 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60632-2620

    Karate / taekwondo
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  18. Project Achilles - Mixed Martial Arts - BJJ - Muay Thai - Self Defense - Concealed Carry Licence - Kid BJJ - Kid Muay Thaï

    9 W Hubbard St, Chicago, IL 60654-6541

    BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
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  19. Pure Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

    6019 N Northwest Hwy, Chicago, IL 60631-2519

    BJJ / grappling
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  20. Rio Jiu Jitsu Academy

    1673 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60647-5321

    BJJ / grappling
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  21. Rise Training Academy

    8300 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60620-1924

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  22. Roadrunner Submission Grappling

    906 N California Ave, Chicago, IL 60622-4449

    BJJ / grappling
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  23. TDC MMA + Fitness

    2450 W Hubbard St, Chicago, IL 60612

    MMA
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  24. TDC South Loop

    1720 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60616-1465

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  25. Taylor Biagi Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

    1463 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60642

    BJJ / grappling
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  26. Taylor Biagi Jiu Jitsu

    508 N Hoyne Ave, Chicago, IL 60612-1506

    Kids classesBJJ / grappling
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  27. Team Fumaca Academy

    1617 N Clybourn Ave, Chicago, IL 60614-5507

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing
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  28. UFC Gym

    3215 N Broadway St, Chicago, IL 60657

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMMA
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  29. Vianna Brothers Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy

    2128 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

    10am - 10:45am

    Kids classesBJJ / grappling
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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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Good to know

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.