Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Schools in San Clemente, CA

5 of the 7 martial arts schools we list in San Clemente 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.

Fight Strong MMA Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

152 Calle de los Molinos, San Clemente, CA 92672

+19492185222 Website Directions

Gracie Barra San Clemente BJJ / grappling

225 Calle Pintoresco, San Clemente, CA 92672-7505

+19493619411 Website Directions

Guillobel Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

1021 Calle Recodo, San Clemente, CA 92673-6237

+19493662107 Website Directions

USSD Martial Arts Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo

97 Via Pico Plz, San Clemente, CA 92672

+19497870444 Website Directions

Villari's Martial Arts Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo

979 Avenida Pico, San Clemente, CA 92673

+19494982945 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.