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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Gi Training Programs in Columbia, SC

5 of the 29 martial arts schools we list in Columbia 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. Black Flag Training Group

    2901 Two Notch Rd, Columbia, SC 29204-1437

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  2. Deep Waters Jiu Jitsu

    1901 Hampton St, Columbia, SC 29201-3535

    BJJ / grapplingMMA
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  3. Jitsu Academy SC

    1674 Lake Murray Blvd, Columbia, SC 29212-8699

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMMA
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  4. Lycan Mixed Martial Arts

    1916 Taylor St, Columbia, SC 29201-3544

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
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  5. Spartan Academy Mixed Martial Arts

    3510 Bush River Rd Bldg C, Columbia, SC 29210

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / 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.