Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Schools in Gainesville, GA

6 of the 10 martial arts schools we list in Gainesville 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.

Budo Tatami Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo

6730 Browns Bridge Rd, Gainesville, GA 30506

+17067704151 Website Directions

Full Throttle Fitness BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

843 SW Main St, Gainesville, GA 30501-4473

+16788967846 Website Directions

Gracie Barra Gainesville BJJ / grappling

2197 Old Dawsonville Rd, Gainesville, GA 30501-1013

+16789438228 Directions

Gracie Barra Gainesville Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Self Defense BJJ / grappling

2197 Dawsonville Hwy Ste B, Gainesville, GA 30506

6788352722 Directions

Haymore's United Karate Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo

537 West Ave, Gainesville, GA 30501-4245

+17705362709 Website Directions

Team Doan Jiu Jitsu Gainesville & Fitness Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing

470 Woodsmill Rd, Gainesville, GA 30501-3066

+14708925898 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.