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Jiu-Jitsu Fundamentals and Beginner Classes in Arizona

15 of the 704 martial arts schools we track in Arizona have jiu-jitsu fundamental classes. Full listings for every city are on the Arizona page.

15schools
8cities
704schools statewide

This directory filters martial arts academies offering dedicated Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) fundamental programs designed specifically for beginners. Listed academies provide structured gi classes covering basic position control, escapes, and self-defense concepts under qualified instruction. Before booking a trial, verify class schedule availability and whether the school permits third-party gis or requires academy-branded uniforms.

Phoenix 4

  1. 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Scottsdale

    14202 N Scottsdale Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85254-4077

    Kids classesBJJ / grappling
  2. Arizona Sub Club

    4220 W Opportunity Way, Phoenix, AZ 85086-1484

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMMA
  3. Black Flag Submission co

    3593 W Northern Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85051-9400

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMMA
  4. Gracie Jiu Jitsu North Phoenix

    747 W Pinnacle Peak Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85027-1421

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling

Tucson 3

  1. Au Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

    10504 E Old Vail Rd, Tucson, AZ 85747-9400

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling
  2. Gracie Barra Vail Jiu-Jitsu

    7545 S Houghton Rd, Tucson, AZ 85747-3308

    Mon, 20 Jul 2026 20:38:17

    Kids classesBJJ / grappling
  3. Sonoran Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy

    4410 E Grant Rd, Tucson, AZ 85712-2615

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling

Mesa 2

  1. Nava Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

    1660 S Alma School Rd, Mesa, AZ 85210

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling
  2. United MMA East Mesa

    1925 S Sossaman Rd, Mesa, AZ 85209-4100

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMMA

Scottsdale 2

  1. Gracie Barra Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Self Defense

    16033 N 77th St, Scottsdale, AZ 85260-1218

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling
  2. Kiko France BJJ

    8029 E Roosevelt St, Scottsdale, AZ 85257-3817

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMMA

Apache Junction 1

  1. Cove Jiu Jitsu

    2066 W Apache Trl, Apache Junction, AZ 85120-3733

    BJJ / grappling

Avondale 1

  1. Gracie Barra Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Self Defense - Avondale

    3145 N Dysart Rd, Avondale, AZ 85392

    Monday 5am-6am

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling

Buckeye 1

  1. Gracie Barra Buckeye

    860 S Watson Rd, Buckeye, AZ 85326

    4pm - 8pm

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling

Kingman 1

  1. Kingman Riot MMA LLC

    810 Eastern St, Kingman, AZ 86401

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
Gi Requirements: Most academies offer loaner gis for initial trial classes, but regular attendance requires purchasing an IBJJF-compliant 350-450 GSM gi costing $80 to $150.

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Good to know

How much do beginner Jiu-Jitsu classes cost in the US?

Monthly tuition for fundamental BJJ programs ranges from $120 to $220 per month for unlimited sessions. Most academies charge an initial registration fee of $30 to $50, which sometimes includes a basic white belt or starter rashguard.

What gear is required for a fundamental gi Jiu-Jitsu class?

Students need a BJJ-specific gi (kimono) made of single-weave or pearl-weave cotton, a white rank belt, and a mouthguard. Women often wear a fitted rashguard or athletic shirt underneath the gi jacket for additional comfort.

How long does a BJJ fundamentals program take to complete?

Standard introductory curricula last 8 to 16 weeks and cover 30 to 50 core techniques. Attending 2 to 3 classes per week allows students to build positional awareness before advancing to intermediate all-levels sparring.

How to lose body fat percentage?

Reducing body fat percentage involves maintaining a moderate energy deficit while engaging in strength training and high-calorie combat sports. Regular practice in disciplines like MMA or Muay Thai builds lean tissue while driving down overall body fat. Users in Arizona can browse 15 verified martial arts academies offering structured weight management programs.

How to drain fluid from ear?

Draining fluid from an ear—often caused by trauma such as cauliflower ear in grappling—requires sterile medical aspiration using a syringe followed by a compression wrap. Performing this procedure at home without medical expertise carries a severe risk of infection and permanent cartilage deformity. Practicing martial artists in Arizona should consult qualified medical professionals or ask coaches at one of the 15 listed local academies for proper sports health protocols.