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Jiu-Jitsu Fundamentals and Beginner Classes in Michigan

16 of the 776 martial arts schools we track in Michigan have jiu-jitsu fundamental classes. Full listings for every city are on the Michigan page.

16schools
16cities
776schools 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.

Almont 1

  1. Veda Combat Academy

    780 N Van Dyke Rd, Almont, MI 48003-8544

    7:00am - 8:00am

    BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
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Ann Arbor 1

  1. Ann Arbor Bjj

    525 E Liberty St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104-2209

    Kids classesBJJ / grappling
    Call Website All Ann Arbor

Byron Center 1

  1. BLACK LION JIU JITSU ACADEMY Grand Rapids Michigan

    701 68th St SW, Byron Center, MI 49315

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling
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Detroit 1

  1. 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu

    7450 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48202

    BJJ / grappling
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Fenton 1

  1. Cosens Martial Arts Fenton

    3160 W Silver Lake Rd, Fenton, MI 48430-1321

    BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
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Genoa Twp 1

  1. Michigan Institute of Athletics

    2244 Euler Rd, Genoa Twp, MI 48114-7408

    BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
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Grand Blanc 1

  1. Longhouse Submission Grappling, LLC

    12793 S Saginaw St, Grand Blanc, MI 48439-1830

    6:00am - 7:00am

    BJJ / grapplingMMA
    Call Website All Grand Blanc

Hancock 1

  1. Keweenaw Jiu-Jitsu

    601 Summit St, Hancock, MI 49930-1367

    Wed-Thu 4am-4:50pm

    BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing
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Livonia 1

  1. 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Livonia

    12924 Farmington Rd, Livonia, MI 48150-4201

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

Niles 1

  1. Copa Jiu-Jitsu - Carlson Gracie Team

    2601 N 5th St, Niles, MI 49120-1109

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

Northville Twp 1

  1. Gracie Barra

    40340 Five Mile Rd, Northville Twp, MI 48170-2710

    Monday 5:30-9:00 pm Tuesday 5:30

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling
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Oxford 1

  1. Cosens Martial Arts Oxford LLC

    172 S Washington St, Oxford, MI 48371

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

Riverview 1

  1. Downriver Jiu-Jitsu

    16120 King Rd, Riverview, MI 48193-7944

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling
    Call Website All Riverview

Sturgis 1

  1. Kroyler Gracie Jiu-Jitsu

    303 W Chicago Rd, Sturgis, MI 49091-1607

    Kids classesBJJ / grappling
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Troy 1

  1. Cascao Jiu jitsu Troy, MI

    444 W Maple Rd, Troy, MI 48084-5432

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
    Call Website All Troy

Westland 1

  1. Westside Jiu Jitsu Academy

    35744 Ford Rd, Westland, MI 48185-3120

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing
    Call Website All Westland
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 Michigan can browse 16 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 Michigan should consult qualified medical professionals or ask coaches at one of the 16 listed local academies for proper sports health protocols.