Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Schools in Monterey, CA

5 of the 7 martial arts schools we list in Monterey 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.

AOE Jiu Jitsu Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

2440 N Fremont St, Monterey, CA 93940-6831

+18319158858 Website Directions

Gracie Jiu Jitsu Monterey Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo

800 Lighthouse Ave, Monterey, CA 93940-1049

+18313329876 Website Directions

Monterey Martial Arts Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

465 Pacific St, Monterey, CA 93940-2702

+18316417342 Website Directions

Moore's Shou Shu - Monterey Bay Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

465 Pacific St, Monterey, CA 93940-2702

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Ragnarok Athletics Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

2260 N Fremont St, Monterey, CA 93940-5449

+18312754767 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.