Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Schools in Vermont

19 of the 79 martial arts schools we track in Vermont 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. Full listings for every city are on the Vermont page.

Burlington 2

Aki No Kure Judo Club BJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo

274 N Winooski Ave, Burlington, VT 05401

Website All Burlington martial arts schools

Grappling Industries BJJ / grappling

1 Church St, Burlington, VT 05401-4451

All Burlington martial arts schools

Rutland 2

DaSilva's Karate Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

41 E Center St, Rutland, VT 05701-4265

+19165092273 Website All Rutland martial arts schools

Vermont Martial Arts Academy Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

12 Merchants Row, Rutland, VT 05701-2853

+18027731373 Website All Rutland martial arts schools

Barre 1

Montpelier Martial Arts BJJ / grappling

652 Granger Rd, Barre, VT 05641

+18022236309 Website All Barre martial arts schools

Brandon 1

Kaizen Fitness Arts LLC Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondoMMA

32 Marble St, Brandon, VT 05733-8947

+18024655199 Website All Brandon martial arts schools

Brattleboro 1

Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Brattleboro Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondoMMA

55 Marlboro Rd, Brattleboro, VT 05301-3700

+18025797906 Website All Brattleboro martial arts schools

Colchester 1

Martial Way Self-Defense Center Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo

73 Prim Rd, Colchester, VT 05446-3701

+18028638863 Website All Colchester martial arts schools

Essex Junction 1

Gracie Jiu Jitsu Vermont Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo

90 Center Rd, Essex Junction, VT 05452

🕒 Mat on Saturdays 11 AM - 1PM

+19196855181 Website All Essex Junction martial arts schools

Fair Haven 1

Makoto School of Martial Arts Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo

89 N Main St, Fair Haven, VT 05743-1114

🕒 3pm – 6pm

+18026839065 Website

Graniteville 1

Granite City MMA llc. Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

223 Church Hill Rd, Graniteville, VT 05654

+18022747587 Website

Hardwick 1

Kingdom Jiu Jitsu BJJ / grappling

154 VT Route 15 W, Hardwick, VT 05843-4701

+18025954882 All Hardwick martial arts schools

Londonderry 1

Team Jucao Vermont Bjj BJJ / grappling

25 Magic Mountain Access Rd, Londonderry, VT 05148

+16039038858 All Londonderry martial arts schools

Lyndonville 1

Adam LaClair Jiu-Jitsu Academy - NEK BJJ BJJ / grappling

Lyndonville, VT

+18024274545

Manchester Center 1

Vermont Martial Arts Academy Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

280 Airport Rd, Manchester Center, VT 05255

+18023661056 Website

Middlebury 1

Middlebury American Jiu Jitsu Academy Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

812 Exchange St, Middlebury, VT 05753-1555

+18024687423 Website All Middlebury martial arts schools

St Albans City 1

R Family Dojo BJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo

268 N Main St, St Albans City, VT 05478

+18023930595 Website

St Johnsbury 1

USA Karate Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo

446 Railroad St, St Johnsbury, VT 05819-1735

+18027459246 Website

Williston 1

BJJ Revolution Team Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo

55 Leroy Rd, Williston, VT 05495-8979

+18025982839 Website All Williston martial arts schools

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 about brazilian jiu-jitsu schools

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.

How to become a certified yoga instructor?
To become a certified yoga instructor, complete a Registered Yoga School program, usually requiring 200 hours of training covering anatomy, philosophy, and instruction techniques. Afterward, register with an official organization like Yoga Alliance to receive your credential. For guided martial arts and fitness instructor pathways, explore options on MartialArtsAtlas.

Where did brazilian jiu jitsu come from?
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu originated in Brazil in the early 20th century. It developed from Kodokan Judo ground fighting fundamentals brought to South America by Japanese martial artist Mitsuyo Maeda, which were then adapted by the Gracie family. MartialArtsAtlas helps students find qualified BJJ academies nationwide.