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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Gi Training Programs in Norfolk, VA

5 of the 15 martial arts schools we list in Norfolk 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. Clayton Phillips Jiu Jitsu

    222 W 21st St, Norfolk, VA 23517

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo
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  2. Kobukan Martial Arts Academy

    9563 Shore Dr, Norfolk, VA 23518-1711

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
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  3. Kraken Grappling Club

    3856 E Little Creek Rd, Norfolk, VA 23518-3414

    Kids classesBJJ / grappling
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  4. Norfolk Karate Academy

    814 45th St, Norfolk, VA 23508-2169

    Karate / taekwondo
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  5. Ocean View Martial Arts

    9651 First View St, Norfolk, VA 23503-1649

    Mon - Fri 4:30

    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.