Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Schools in Latham, NY

4 of the 10 martial arts schools we list in Latham 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.

Clever Combat Jiu-Jitsu BJJ / grappling

239 Old Maxwell Rd, Latham, NY 12110-4932

+15184720349 Website Directions

Renzo Gracie Latham Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing

836 Loudon Rd, Latham, NY 12110-2109

+15187853505 Website Directions

Renzo Gracie Latham Kids BJJ BJJ / grappling

698 Loudon Rd, Latham, NY 12110-4016

+15187825255 Directions

United Krav Maga Association BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing

849 Loudon Rd, Latham, NY 12110

+17575646200 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.