Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Schools in Buffalo, NY

7 of the 22 martial arts schools we list in Buffalo 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.

Buffalo Combat Fitness BJJ / grapplingMMA

3068 Main St, Buffalo, NY 14214

(716) 553-4745 Website Directions

Buffalo Saber Academy Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

280 Center Rd, Buffalo, NY 14224

+17166750899 Directions

Master Khechen's Martial Arts Academy Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo

1200 Kenmore Ave, Buffalo, NY 14216-1312

🕒 Monday 10:00am

+17168750560 Website Directions

PAGE OFF Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo

175 Rano St, Buffalo, NY 14207-2176

+17162283996 Website Directions

SPAR Self Defense Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

4685 Transit Rd, Buffalo, NY 14221-6022

+17168357727 Website Directions

WNY MMA & Fitness Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

255 Great Arrow Ave, Buffalo, NY 14207

🕒 10am – 9pm

+17168988924 Website Directions

Wolves Academy of Jiu-Jitsu BJJ / grappling

2852 Delaware Ave, Buffalo, NY 14217-2700

+17167716447 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.