Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Schools in Boston, MA

9 of the 39 martial arts schools we list in Boston 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.

Broadway Jiu-Jitsu and Fitness BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

36 W Broadway, Boston, MA 02127-1098

+16172692553 Website Directions

Combat Sports Boston Free trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

261 Friend St, Boston, MA 02114-1802

+16177202422 Website Directions

Empower Brazilian Jiu Jitsu BJJ / grappling

374 Washington St, Boston, MA 02124-1124

+18572511444 Website Directions

Gracie Barra Back Bay BJJ / grappling

957 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02215

(617) 787-5255 Directions

Gracie Barra Boston Free trial classBJJ / grappling

957 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02215-1311

+16176572981 Website Directions

Ippon Sports Academy Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

14 Green St, Boston, MA 02129-3002

+18572378411 Website Directions

Jae Hun Kim Taekwondo Institute BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

102 Brookline Ave, Boston, MA 02215-3905

+16172665050 Website Directions

South Boston Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Free trial classBJJ / grappling

107 South St, Boston, MA 02111-2811

Website Directions

Ultimate Self Defense and Performance Center BJJ / grappling

367 E 8th St, Boston, MA 02127-2910

+16172689893 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.