Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Schools in Salinas, CA

4 of the 11 martial arts schools we list in Salinas 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.

Curtis Sells Martial Arts Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

834 S Main St, Salinas, CA 93901

+18317511789 Website Directions

Kugtar Mixed Martial Arts Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

339 Maple St, Salinas, CA 93901-4180

🕒 Wed 10:30am-12pm, Thu 6:30am-7:30am, Fri 10:30am-12:30pm

+18318006332 Directions

Martial Arts Institute Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo

17876 Moro Rd, Salinas, CA 93907-8570

+18314430460 Website Directions

Salinas Jiu Jitsu & Personal Training Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling

1903 Natividad Rd, Salinas, CA 93906

+18312628159 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.