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.
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American Kenpo Karate & Kickboxing & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
3030 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92104
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Atos Jiu-Jitsu Academy
4425 Convoy St #216, San Diego, CA 92111
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Barum Jiu-Jitsu
4060 Morena Blvd, San Diego, CA 92117-5243
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Cali Combat Systems: JKD, Inosanto Kali-Silat, Combat Jiu-Jitsu & Krav Maga
10433 Reserve Dr, San Diego, CA 92127-3510
Wed-Thu 7pm-8:30pm, Sun 10:30am-12pm
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City Boxing
1059 14th St, San Diego, CA 92101-5701
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Clark Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy
1851 San Diego Ave Ste 100B, San Diego, CA 92110
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Dick Willett's American Kenpo Karate Association Senior Council -AKKA
3030 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92104-1316
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Fabio Santos Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
4616 Mission Gorge Pl, San Diego, CA 92120-4133
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Freestyle Martial Arts
3760 Sports Arena Blvd, San Diego, CA 92110-5134
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Full Potential Martial Arts Academy
3323 Carmel Mountain Rd, San Diego, CA 92121-1035
Sat, 08 Feb 2025 09:13:28 +0000
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Gracie Barra Jiu Jitsu in San Diego - Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
4809 Clairemont Dr, San Diego, CA 92117-2790
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 17:40:16 +0000
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Gracie San Diego
5375 Kearny Villa Rd, San Diego, CA 92123-1422
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KAINGA Jiu Jitsu Chula Vista
2295 Main St, San Diego, CA 92154
MORNINGS: Monday - Friday: 10:00am - 12:00pm
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Manna's Martial Arts
12285 World Trade Dr, San Diego, CA 92128-3772
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OB Jiu-Jitsu Collective
4944 Newport Ave, San Diego, CA 92107-3175
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P5 Academy
1430 Morena Blvd, San Diego, CA 92110-3722
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Primal Training Center
9811 Mira Mesa Blvd, San Diego, CA 92131
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RADA Jiu Jitsu Academy
7521 Fay Ave, San Diego, CA 92037-4840
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RB Training Systems
7894 Ronson Rd, San Diego, CA 92111-1909
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Rasai Jiu Jitsu
7343 Ronson Rd, San Diego, CA 92111-1412
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Rebellion MMA
9825 Carroll Centre Rd, San Diego, CA 92126-6508
Mon 12pm-8:30pm, Tue 11am-8:30pm, Wed 12pm-8:30pm, Thu 11am-8:30pm, Fri 12pm-9:15pm, Sat 10am-2pm
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Scripps Ranch Jiu-Jitsu Academy
9975 Businesspark Ave, San Diego, CA 92131-1173
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Steel MMA and Fitness
5910 Santo Rd, San Diego, CA 92124-1192
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Tama Jiu-Jitsu
3780 Hancock St, San Diego, CA 92110
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Good to know
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.