Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Schools in Washington, DC

7 of the 33 martial arts schools we list in Washington 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.

BETA Academy Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

1353 Florida Ave NW, Washington, DC 20009-4807

+12025380422 Website Directions

DC Aikido Martial Arts Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo

2639 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008-1537

+12026292560 Website Directions

DC Judo Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo

3415 8th St NE, Washington, DC 20017

+13042839461 Website Directions

Estilo Jiu Jitsu Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling

770 Park Rd NW, Washington, DC 20010-1794

+12024998541 Website Directions

JTR Jujutsu International Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo

4429 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC 20016-2141

+12022038056 Website Directions

N-Flux Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

1722 I St NW, Washington, DC 20006-3770

+12023407790 Website Directions

Underworld BJJ BJJ / grappling

810 H St NE, Washington, DC 20002

+12028462333 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.