Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Schools in Herndon, VA

5 of the 18 martial arts schools we list in Herndon 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.

Capital MMA & Elite Fitness Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

520 Herndon Pkwy, Herndon, VA 20170-6217

+17039812381 Website Directions

First Defense Krav Maga Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMMA

360 Herndon Pkwy, Herndon, VA 20170-4823

+17038359054 Website Directions

Pedro Sauer Jiu-Jitsu Association Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo

510 Spring St, Herndon, VA 20170-5148

+17034444468 Website Directions

Phantom Jiu Jitsu Academy BJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo

151 Spring St, Herndon, VA 20170-6213

+17039533441 Website Directions

Silat Institute BJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondoMMA

512 Herndon Pkwy, Herndon, VA 20170-5244

+17036623669 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.