Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Schools in Hayward, CA

7 of the 21 martial arts schools we list in Hayward have a dedicated Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program. "Martial arts" on a map search lumps BJJ mats in with karate dojos, taekwondo studios, and kickboxing gyms, so grappling-specific searches drown in strikers that never teach a guard pass. Every school tagged here has BJJ confirmed as an actual class on its own schedule or program page, not just a mention in a general "martial arts offered" list.

Bay Area Fight Academy Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

1625 Industrial Pkwy W, Hayward, CA 94544-7046

+15109998015 Website Directions

EDGE Training Center Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

22136 Mission Blvd, Hayward, CA 94541-2645

🕒 Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri,Sat,Sun 9am-5pm

+15103974255 Website Directions

Hayward BJJ Darcio Lira BJJ / grappling

21463 Foothill Blvd, Hayward, CA 94541-2108

+19253877930 Directions

Mindset Martial Arts & Fitness Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

24249 Hesperian Blvd, Hayward, CA 94545-1526

+15109534542 Website Directions

Osorio Training Center Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

22500 Foothill Blvd, Hayward, CA 94541-4110

🕒 Mon-Fri 5am-8am, Sat 8am-10am

+15105173466 Website Directions

Ta Danado Jiu Jitsu Kids classesBJJ / grappling

21463 Foothill Blvd, Hayward, CA 94541-2108

+13412528146 Website Directions

Thomas Martial Arts & Fitness Academy Kids classesBJJ / grappling

2415 Radley Ct, Hayward, CA 94545-1106

+15103979034 Website Directions

Ask about gi vs. no-gi before you show up. Most academies run separate gi and no-gi classes on different nights, and some require your own gi by the second week — a decent Gameness or Fuji starter runs $60-90. Also check the school's competition lineage (who's the black belt under, and which federation they compete in); it tells you more about instruction quality than the website ever will.

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Good to know

How much do BJJ classes cost per month?
Most U.S. academies charge $150-200/month for unlimited BJJ classes, with some bundling in no-gi or open mat for the same price. Drop-in classes typically run $20-30, and many gyms waive the enrollment fee if you sign up during a trial week.

Do BJJ gyms offer a free trial class?
Yes — the large majority of U.S. BJJ academies, including chains like Gracie Barra and 10th Planet affiliates, offer one free trial class or a discounted first week (often $19-49) so new students can try a roll before committing to a monthly membership.