Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Schools in West Virginia
36 of the 130 martial arts schools we track in West Virginia 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 West Virginia page.
Martinsburg 5
Butcher Shop Jiu Jitsu BJJ / grappling
117 Plaza Court, Martinsburg, WV 25404
Dragon Warrior Kung Fu Free trial classBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo
295 Monroe St, Martinsburg, WV 25404
Elite Martial Arts and MMA Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondoMMA
295 Monroe St, Martinsburg, WV 25404
Nine Realms MMA Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
204 N Queen St, Martinsburg, WV 25401
Renzo Gracie Martinsburg BJJ / grappling
1211 N Queen St, Martinsburg, WV 25404-3604
Morgantown 5
Black Bear Historical Fencing BJJ / grappling
1065 Greenbag Rd, Morgantown, WV 26508-1655
Black Cat Mixed Martial Arts and Self Defense Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
9500 Mall Rd, Morgantown, WV 26501
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Kids classesBJJ / grappling
308 Cheat Rd, Morgantown, WV 26508-4101
Renzo Gracie Morgantown Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling
300 Frederick Lane, Morgantown, WV 26508
Team Junqueira Morgantown Kids classesBJJ / grappling
308 Cheat Rd, Morgantown, WV 26508-4101
Beckley 2
Arte Suave Jiu Jitsu Academy Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
321 S Fayette St, Beckley, WV 25801-5415
Family Martial Arts and Gracie Jiu Jitsu Beckley Kids classesBJJ / grappling
311 Beckley Plz, Beckley, WV 25801-2215
Charleston 2
Butch Hiles Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & MMA, LLC - Charleston, WV BJJ / grapplingMMA
410 Summers St, Charleston, WV 25301
Meta Jiu Jitsu BJJ / grappling
1020 Bridge Rd, Charleston, WV 25314
Fairmont 2
Ohana Self Defense Institute WV LLC Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo
1511 Fairmont Ave, Fairmont, WV 26554-2135
The Compound Mixed Martial Arts Training Center Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
2331 Pleasant Valley Rd, Fairmont, WV 26554-8566
Hurricane 2
Category Five Jiu-Jitsu Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
270 Progress Way, Hurricane, WV 25526-7453
Relson Gracie Jiu Jitsu of West Virginia BJJ / grappling
3752 Sleepy Hollow Dr # 2, Hurricane, WV 25526
Kearneysville 2
Spectrum Jiu Jitsu BJJ / grappling
59 Ruland Rd, Kearneysville, WV 25430-0050
True Elevation Brazilian Jiu Jitsu BJJ / grappling
362 W Burr Blvd, Kearneysville, WV 25430-4787
Parkersburg 2
Shaolin Martial Arts Training Center BJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo
71 Rosemar Rd, Parkersburg, WV 26104
Switchback BJJ Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo
705 Shrewsbury Pl, Parkersburg, WV 26101-6090
Bridgeport 1
Ground Zero BJJ Bridgeport Kids classesBJJ / grappling
529 E Main St, Bridgeport, WV 26330-1824
Chapmanville 1
Follansbee 1
Andrew Pardee Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy Kids classesBJJ / grappling
134 May Rd, Follansbee, WV 26037-1602
Inwood 1
Revelations Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu BJJ / grappling
209 Middleway Pike, Inwood, WV 25428
Lewisburg 1
Stellar Jiu Jitsu Kids classesBJJ / grappling
232 N Lee St, Lewisburg, WV 24901-0290
Logan 1
Booshay Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & MMA LLC BJJ / grapplingMMA
300 Kanada St, Logan, WV 25601-3707
Oak Hill 1
NRG Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu BJJ / grappling
410 Main St E, Oak Hill, WV 25901-2136
Princeton 1
USA Martial Arts Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo
201 Morrison Dr, Princeton, WV 24740
Ranson 1
Modern Era Warriors Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling
111 W 2nd Ave, Ranson, WV 25438-1076
Ronceverte 1
Nova Jiu Jitsu Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing
8484 Seneca Trl S, Ronceverte, WV 24970-9626
South Charleston 1
Mountain State Jiu-Jitsu BJJ / grappling
1101 Jefferson Rd, South Charleston, WV 25309
+13045614864 Website All South Charleston martial arts schools
Vienna 1
Parkersburg Jiu-Jitsu Academy Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling
101 12th St, Vienna, WV 26105-2174
Weirton 1
Andrew Pardee Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu/Martial Arts Academy Kids classesBJJ / grappling
241 Three Springs Dr, Weirton, WV 26062
Wheeling 1
Bullpen Fight Club Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing
1100 Charles St, Wheeling, WV 26003
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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.