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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Gi Training Programs in Berkeley, CA

3 of the 29 martial arts schools we list in Berkeley have jiu-jitsu & gi training.

This directory features martial arts academies offering structured Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) instruction for beginners and advanced practitioners. These locations provide dedicated gi and no-gi classes covering positional control, joint locks, and choke escapes. Before contacting an academy, check whether they provide loaner gis for introductory sessions or require specific school-branded uniforms.

  1. Lycan Jiu Jitsu and Self Defense

    2905 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705-1808

    Tue 6am-9pm, Wed 6am-9pm, Thu 6am-9pm, Fri 6am-9pm, Mon 9am-8pm, Sat 9am-12pm

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo
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  2. Ralph Gracie Berkeley Jiu Jitsu Academy

    1500 Ashby Ave, Berkeley, CA 94703-2302

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMMA
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  3. SBG NorCal

    1450 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley, CA 94702-1046

    BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
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Gear requirement: Standard gi classes require a cotton kimono (350–550 GSM) and rank belt, while no-gi classes require a fitted rashguard and board shorts without zippers or pockets.

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How much do Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes cost per month in the US?

Monthly tuition generally ranges from $120 to $250 for unlimited access to classes. Upfront costs often include a uniform (gi), which runs between $80 and $180 for standard lightweight models, plus a $30 to $50 registration fee.

What is the difference between Gi and No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu?

Gi training uses a heavy cotton kimono where sleeve, lapel, and pant grips are integral to submissions and controls. No-Gi training relies on rashguards and shorts, emphasizing body hooks, speed, and leverage without fabric grips.

What should beginners wear to their first BJJ class?

Beginners should wear form-fitting athletic wear without buttons, zippers, or hard plastic, such as a fitted t-shirt or rashguard with compression shorts. Most academies supply a sanitized loaner gi for your initial trial class.