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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) Martial Arts Schools in Maine

22 of the 138 martial arts schools we track in Maine have bjj classes available. Full listings for every city are on the Maine page.

22schools
18cities
138schools statewide

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.

Westbrook 3

  1. Fournier's Olympic Karate Center

    39 Mechanic St, Westbrook, ME 04092-2855

    Karate / taekwondo
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  2. Team 1 BJJ

    90 Bridge St, Westbrook, ME 04092-2887

    BJJ / grappling
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  3. Total Krav maga

    39 Mechanic St, Westbrook, ME 04092-2855

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo
    Call Website All Westbrook

Portland 2

  1. Stonecoast Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for Kids

    131 Johnson Rd, Portland, ME 04102-1988

    BJJ / grappling
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  2. The Academy

    651 Riverside St, Portland, ME 04103-5943

    BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
    Call Website All Portland

South Portland 2

  1. Gracie Barra

    798 Main St, South Portland, ME 04106-6035

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling
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  2. Southern Maine Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

    333 Clarks Pond Pkwy, South Portland, ME 04106

    Free trial classBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo
    Call Website All South Portland

Augusta 1

  1. Black Bear BJJ and Fitness

    126 Western Ave, Augusta, ME 04330-7249

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
    Call Website All Augusta

Bar Harbor 1

  1. Bar Harbor Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

    12 Bethany Ln, Bar Harbor, ME 04609-6010

    Kids classesBJJ / grappling
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Biddeford 1

  1. Team Moreira Jiu Jitsu Biddeford, Adult & Kid classes

    408 Alfred St, Biddeford, ME 04005

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling
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Camden 1

  1. Flow Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

    255 Molyneaux Rd, Camden, ME 04843

    BJJ / grappling
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Ellsworth 1

  1. Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Acadia

    385 High St, Ellsworth, ME 04605-2571

    Monday/Tuesday/Thursday 5-6 PM

    Kids classesBJJ / grappling
    Call Website All Ellsworth

Farmington 1

  1. The Foundry Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

    218 Fairbanks Rd, Farmington, ME 04938-5773

    Mon, Thu: Kids Beginner Bjj @ 4:15pm

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling
    Call Website All Farmington

Freeport 1

  1. Empire Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

    15 Depot St, Freeport, ME 04032-1503

    Kids classesBJJ / grappling
    Call Website

Gray 1

  1. Carll Clan Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

    17 Main St, Gray, ME 04039-3505

    BJJ / grappling
    Call Website All Gray

Lewiston 1

  1. Central Maine Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

    760 Main St, Lewiston, ME 04240-5807

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
    Call Website All Lewiston

Oakland 1

  1. Bearclan Jiujitsu

    826 Kennedy Memorial Dr, Oakland, ME 04963

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling
    Call Website

Pittsfield 1

  1. VisionQuest Muay Thai & Fitness

    418 Main St, Pittsfield, ME 04967

    Monday-Thursday 8:30am

    Free trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing
    Call Website

Rockland 1

  1. Flow Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

    4 Cedar St, Rockland, ME 04841-3105

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

Topsham 1

  1. Brunswick Martial Arts Academy

    126 Main St, Topsham, ME 04086-1245

    BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
    Call Website All Topsham

Turner 1

  1. CMBJJ - Turner

    1355 Auburn Rd, Turner, ME 04282-3778

    BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
    Call Website All Turner

Windham 1

  1. Gracie Gym Maine Brazilian Jiu-jitsu

    770 Roosevelt Trl, Windham, ME 04062-5300

    Free trial classBJJ / grappling
    Call Website All Windham
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.

Also in Maine

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.

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 Maine can browse 22 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 Maine should consult qualified medical professionals or ask coaches at one of the 22 listed local academies for proper sports health protocols.