Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Schools in Bradenton, FL

8 of the 26 martial arts schools we list in Bradenton 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.

Capoeira Vam Inc Kids classesBJJ / grappling

11534 Palmbrush Trl, Bradenton, FL 34202-2916

+19417392787 Website Directions

Divine Fitness and MMA Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

10604 Technology Ter, Bradenton, FL 34211-4928

+19412483756 Website Directions

Gracie Bradenton BJJ / grappling

5268 E SR-64, Bradenton, FL 34208-5524

+19414050030 Website Directions

Kickin' It Karate and Fitness Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

7323 52nd Pl E, Bradenton, FL 34203-8915

+19417556000 Website Directions

Lakewood Ranch Taekwondo Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo

9664 E State Road 64, Bradenton, FL 34212-9510

+19417449767 Website Directions

Olivera Jiu Jitsu and Fitness Academy BJJ / grappling

501 Village Green Pkwy, Bradenton, FL 34209-3401

+19414656037 Website Directions

Ricardo Almeida Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Lakewood Ranch Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo

9122 Town Center Pkwy, Bradenton, FL 34202-5049

+18556560164 Website Directions

The Grappling Academy BJJ / grappling

9516 Cortez Rd W, Bradenton, FL 34210-1800

+19415003601 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.