Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Schools in Merced, CA

4 of the 9 martial arts schools we list in Merced 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.

Guerrilla Jiu-Jitsu Merced Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling

530 W Olive Ave, Merced, CA 95348-3140

+12098191274 Website Directions

Merced Academy of Jiu Jitsu Kids classesBJJ / grappling

1725 G St, Merced, CA 95340-5065

+12099470669 Website Directions

Merced Mixed Martial Arts Academy Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

745 W Main St, Merced, CA 95340-4613

🕒 Mon 6am-8am, Tue 11am-1pm, Wed 6am-8am, Thu 11am-1pm, Fri 4:30pm-8pm, Sat 8am-11am, Sun 8am-9am

+12093840117 Website Directions

Ultimo Submission Grappling Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo

1277 V St, Merced, CA 95341-5630

+12092333975 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.