Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Schools in Lakeland, FL

7 of the 29 martial arts schools we list in Lakeland 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.

Champions Mixed Martial Arts Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

8220 US Highway 98 N, Lakeland, FL 33809-5326

+18634401785 Website Directions

Evolution Martial Arts Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo

4940 US Highway 98 N, Lakeland, FL 33809-3606

🕒 monday 5:30pm - 6:30pm

+18638155425 Website Directions

Fabio Novaes Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing

845 Creative Dr, Lakeland, FL 33813

+18639444543 Website Directions

Gracie Lakeland BJJ / grappling

2961 Duff Rd, Lakeland, FL 33810

+18638999918 Website Directions

Hamiltons Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling

4940 US Highway 98 N, Lakeland, FL 33809-3606

🕒 wednesday 10:30 am

+18637016633 Website Directions

Sanctify Jiu Jitsu Academy Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling

3035 Lakeland Highlands Rd, Lakeland, FL 33803-4339

+18633389011 Website Directions

Warrior Combat and Fitness Academy Kids classesBJJ / grappling

3621 Century Blvd, Lakeland, FL 33811-1379

+18639402536 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.