Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Schools in La Mesa, CA

7 of the 14 martial arts schools we list in La Mesa 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.

5 Elements Martial Arts & Wellness Center Free trial classBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo

8324 Parkway Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942-2893

+16193358338 Website Directions

American Kenpo Karate BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

7959 University Ave, La Mesa, CA 91942

6192836596 Website Directions

Gracie Jiu Jitsu La Mesa Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo

9138 Fletcher Pkwy, La Mesa, CA 91942

+16194666055 Website Directions

Jiu Jitsu Foundation Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling

8380 Center Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942-2952

+16197413000 Website Directions

Level Up Wrestling School BJJ / grappling

7323 El Cajon Blvd Ste B, La Mesa, CA 91942

(619) 825-7668 Directions

Versus Jiu Jitsu Team BJJ / grappling

6195 Lake Murray Blvd, La Mesa, CA 91942-2528

+16198257117 Directions

White Dragon Martial Arts BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

7127 University Ave, La Mesa, CA 91942-5925

+16194612760 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.