Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Schools in Modesto, CA

9 of the 29 martial arts schools we list in Modesto 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.

Ares Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy BJJ / grappling

1713 Prescott Rd, Modesto, CA 95350-2543

+12094863244 Website Directions

Aspire to Inspire Jiu-Jitsu Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling

2009 Tully Rd, Modesto, CA 95350-2920

+12092149241 Website Directions

Gracie Academy Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Kids classesBJJ / grappling

1501 Coffee Rd, Modesto, CA 95355-3169

🕒 Mon-Fri 4:30PM To 6:00 PM

+12092389801 Website Directions

Gracie Jiu-jitsu Downtown Modesto Kids classesBJJ / grappling

142 N 9th St, Modesto, CA 95350-5861

+12093925192 Website Directions

Modesto Judo Club Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo

629 Bangs Ave, Modesto, CA 95356-9517

+12092775874 Website Directions

Modesto Power Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

2400 Coffee Rd, Modesto, CA 95355-2051

+12099962439 Website Directions

Ralph Gracie Modesto Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

518 Kiernan Ave, Modesto, CA 95356-9330

+12097995368 Website Directions

Sensei Studio Headquarters Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing

717 7th St, Modesto, CA 95354-3412

+12094854104 Website Directions

Ultimate Athlete Jiu-Jitsu BJJ / grappling

5225 Pentecost Dr, Modesto, CA 95356

+12092458070 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.