Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Schools in San Marcos, TX

4 of the 11 martial arts schools we list in San Marcos 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.

Dino Jiu Jitsu Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

700 N LBJ Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666-4657

+15122700303 Website Directions

Headwaters Jiu Jitsu Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing

101 Uhland Rd, San Marcos, TX 78666-6681

🕒 Mon-Fri 4:45pm-8pm

+17372283278 Website Directions

Kaizen Jiu Jitsu Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

Behind Eden, 121 Fredericksburg St, San Marcos, TX 78666

+15126897792 Website Directions

San Marcos Jiu Jitsu Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMMA

1104 Thorpe Ln, San Marcos, TX 78666-7126

+15122223026 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.