Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Schools in Newport News, VA

5 of the 17 martial arts schools we list in Newport News 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.

Breakaway Jiu Jitsu BJJ / grappling

11861 Canon Blvd, Newport News, VA 23606-4226

+17577983380 Directions

Full Circle Kung Fu Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo

12650 Jefferson Ave, Newport News, VA 23602

+18048953895 Website Directions

Modern American Mixed Martial Arts Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

14346 Warwick Blvd, Newport News, VA 23602-3800

+17573423600 Website Directions

New World Academy BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing

121 Herman Melville Ave, Newport News, VA 23606-1378

+17576604701 Website Directions

Siren Jiu Jitsu Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing

601 Thimble Shoals Blvd, Newport News, VA 23606

🕒 Monday and Thursday at 6:00

+17575041802 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.