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Jiu-Jitsu Fundamentals and Beginner Classes in Kentucky

8 of the 312 martial arts schools we track in Kentucky have jiu-jitsu fundamental classes. Full listings for every city are on the Kentucky page.

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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.

Berea 1

  1. 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Berea

    76, 104 N Dogwood Dr, Berea, KY 40403-9504

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
    Call Website All Berea

Elizabethtown 1

  1. E-town Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Kickboxing

    1506 Ring Rd, Elizabethtown, KY 42701-7984

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
    Call Website All Elizabethtown

Erlanger 1

  1. SOS Son Of Siam Mixed Martial Arts

    600 Rodeo Dr Ste 512, Erlanger, KY 41018

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
    Call Website All Erlanger

Florence 1

  1. SOS Gym

    26 Spiral Dr, Florence, KY 41042-1300

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
    Call Website All Florence

Georgetown 1

  1. Georgetown Mixed Martial Arts

    172 Southgate Dr, Georgetown, KY 40324-8807

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
    Call Website All Georgetown

Glasgow 1

  1. 13 Jiu Jitsu

    105 Samson St, Glasgow, KY 42141-1721

    Kids classesBJJ / grappling
    Call Website All Glasgow

Louisville 1

  1. Rough Hands BJJ

    3048 Bardstown Rd, Louisville, KY 40205-3020

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling
    Call Website All Louisville

Paducah 1

  1. Three Rivers Martial Arts Academy

    3055 N Friendship Rd, Paducah, KY 42001-9143

    wed 7:00-8:00 pm

    BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing
    Call Website All Paducah
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 Kentucky can browse 8 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 Kentucky should consult qualified medical professionals or ask coaches at one of the 8 listed local academies for proper sports health protocols.