Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Schools in Springfield, IL

7 of the 17 martial arts schools we list in Springfield 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.

American Jujitsu Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

1615 W Jefferson St, Springfield, IL 62702-4772

+12175880170 Website Directions

Empowered Martial Arts Academies Kids classesBJJ / grappling

1929 W Iles Ave, Springfield, IL 62704

+12175466762 Website Directions

Gracie Barra Springfield Free trial classBJJ / grappling

1665 Wabash Ave, Springfield, IL 62704-5358

🕒 Wed, 18 Mar 2026 00:42:49 +0000

+12172205885 Website Directions

Gracie Humaita JiuJitsu BJJ / grapplingMMA

116 E Edwards St, Springfield, IL 62704-1901

+12178914514 Website Directions

John Geystons Martial Arts Kids classesBJJ / grappling

1029 Wabash Ave, Springfield, IL 62704

2176792688 Website Directions

Paladin Combatives Free trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

728 S 14th St, Springfield, IL 62703-1746

🕒 Monday - Friday: 4:30pm - 8pm

+12177415767 Website Directions

Springfield Karate and Fitness Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

761 S Durkin Dr, Springfield, IL 62704-1311

🕒 Monday & Wednesday 6 pm-6:45 pm

+12177268893 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.