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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Carlson Gracie Grand Rapids BJJ Jiu-Jitsu
2035 28th St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49508-1535
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Daniel Gracie Team Michigan
351 Summer Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504-5347
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Triumph MMA
Grand Rapids, MI
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Unity Jiu Jitsu Grand Rapids
6504 28th St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546-6929
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Vanguard Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
5258 Plainfield Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525-1092
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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.