Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Schools in Saginaw, MI

5 of the 11 martial arts schools we list in Saginaw 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.

Che Ko Tae Kwon Do Academy Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo

5126 Dixie Hwy, Saginaw, MI 48601-5568

+19897773630 Website Directions

Cosens Martial Arts Saginaw Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

5738 State St, Saginaw, MI 48603-3417

+19894015553 Website Directions

Gold Medal Martial Arts Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo

220 N Hamilton St, Saginaw, MI 48602-4216

🕒 5:00 pm - 5:45 pm

+19892337771 Website Directions

Michigan Martial Arts Training Center Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

7679 Gratiot Rd, Saginaw, MI 48609-5012

+19897819000 Website Directions

Palm BJJ Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Kids classesBJJ / grappling

3365 Freeland Rd, Saginaw, MI 48604-9778

+19895732529 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.