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Jiu-Jitsu Fundamentals and Beginner Classes in North Carolina

14 of the 1,007 martial arts schools we track in North Carolina have jiu-jitsu fundamental classes. Full listings for every city are on the North Carolina page.

14schools
12cities
1,007schools 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.

Charlotte 2

  1. Charlotte Jiu-Jitsu Academy

    2508 N Davidson St, Charlotte, NC 28205

    Saturday 9 am - 12 pm Sunday 11 am - 1 pm

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling
    Call Website All Charlotte

  2. Checkmat Charlotte

    3415 Westinghouse Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28273-5413

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling
    Call Website All Charlotte

Jacksonville 2

  1. Adjust Jiu-Jitsu Academy

    1368 Piney Green Rd, Jacksonville, NC 28546-4577

    BJJ / grappling
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  2. Alliance Jiu Jitsu Richlands

    3430 Richlands Hwy, Jacksonville, NC 28540-1109

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling
    Call Website All Jacksonville

Arden 1

  1. American Top Team Asheville

    375 Rockwood Rd, Arden, NC 28704-8514

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

Burlington 1

  1. CJJF North Carolina

    625 N Park Ave, Burlington, NC 27217-3757

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMMA
    Call Website All Burlington

Fletcher 1

  1. Mountain Division Jiu Jitsu

    232 Old Airport Rd, Fletcher, NC 28732-9273

    All Levels Jiu-Jitsu 11am-12pm

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

Gastonia 1

  1. Solecki Jiu Jitsu

    4478 Posterity Ct, Gastonia, NC 28056-8432

    Monday - Friday: 6:00 AM

    BJJ / grappling
    Call Website All Gastonia

Greenville 1

  1. AAMAA Greenville Academy Mixed Martial Arts Team Gamma

    427 S Evans St, Greenville, NC 27858-1835

    Friday at 6:00 PM

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

Harrisburg 1

  1. Team ROC Harrisburg

    4947 NC-49 S, Harrisburg, NC 28075

    MMA
    Call Website All Harrisburg

New Bern 1

  1. Moreno BJJ

    201 Kale Rd, New Bern, NC 28562-7055

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing
    Call Website All New Bern

Raleigh 1

  1. DAGR Submission Fighting Institute - Jiu Jitsu & MMA

    5563 Western Blvd, Raleigh, NC 27606-1595

    BJJ / grapplingMMA
    Call Website All Raleigh

Rocky Mount 1

  1. Black Sheep jiu jitsu/ MMA

    1073 Carriage Trl, Rocky Mount, NC 27804-9540

    BJJ / grapplingMMA
    Website All Rocky Mount

Wake Forest 1

  1. Heritage Jiu Jitsu

    745 Merritt Capital Dr, Wake Forest, NC 27587

    Mon 6am-6:45pm, Tue 4:30pm-9pm, Wed 6am-8pm, Thu 4:30pm-8pm, Fri 6am-7:30pm, Sat 9am-11am

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMMA
    Call Website All Wake Forest
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 North Carolina can browse 14 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 North Carolina should consult qualified medical professionals or ask coaches at one of the 14 listed local academies for proper sports health protocols.