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Jiu-Jitsu Fundamentals and Beginner Classes in Pennsylvania

23 of the 1,265 martial arts schools we track in Pennsylvania have jiu-jitsu fundamental classes. Full listings for every city are on the Pennsylvania page.

23schools
20cities
1,265schools 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.

Bethlehem 2

  1. 10th Planet

    3713 Linden St, Bethlehem, PA 18020-5845

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
  2. Finishers MMA

    3713 Linden St, Bethlehem, PA 18020-5845

    Mon 6am-9pm, Tue 6am-9pm, Wed 6am-9pm, Thu 6am-9pm, Fri 6am-9pm, Sat 6am-9pm

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

Easton 2

  1. 10th Planet Bethlehem

    3128 William Penn Hwy, Easton, PA 18045-5243

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
  2. Finishers MMA

    3128 William Penn Highway, Easton, PA 18045

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

Harleysville 2

  1. 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Lansdale

    298 Main St, Harleysville, PA 19438-2416

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
  2. Harleysville BJJ

    274 Hunsberger Ln, Harleysville, PA 19438-1812

    BJJ / grappling

Ardmore 1

  1. Main Line United Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

    52 Greenfield Ave, Ardmore, PA 19003-1204

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing

Blakely 1

  1. No Limits Grappling Academy

    3189 Scranton Carbondale Hwy, Blakely, PA 18447-2457

    Kids classesBJJ / grappling

Brighton Twp 1

  1. Gracie Barra Beaver County Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Self Defense

    500 Dutch Ridge Rd, Brighton Twp, PA 15009-1332

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling

Caln Twp 1

  1. SAS Jiu Jitsu

    3299 Lincoln Hwy, Caln Twp, PA 19372-1012

    6:00 am - 7:00 am

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling

Charleroi 1

  1. Sacrifice Jiu Jitsu and Muay Thai Academy

    101 Kennedy Rd, Charleroi, PA 15022-3628

    Monday at 5:30pm

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing

Glenside 1

  1. Fundamental Jiujitsu LLC

    1100 E Mermaid Ln, Glenside, PA 19038

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling

Guilford Twp 1

  1. Mason Dixon Jiu-Jitsu

    1495 Lincoln Way E, Guilford Twp, PA 17202-3366

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

Indiana 1

  1. Elite Combative Systems

    533 Philadelphia St, Indiana, PA 15701-3901

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

King of Prussia 1

  1. Green Jiu Jitsu

    580 Shoemaker Rd Ste 2, King of Prussia, PA 19406

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

Morrisville 1

  1. Good Vibes Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

    375 W Trenton Ave, Morrisville, PA 19067-3516

    Kids classesBJJ / grappling

Morton 1

  1. The Vault Jiu Jitsu

    25 S Morton Ave, Morton, PA 19070-1707

    Kids classesBJJ / grappling

Oxford 1

  1. SharpShooters Grappling Club

    46 S 3rd St, Oxford, PA 19363-1603

    BJJ / grappling

Red Hill 1

  1. The Grappling Academy

    80 Gravel Pike, Red Hill, PA 18076-1423

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling

Stroudsburg 1

  1. Finishers MMA North

    64 N 3rd St, Stroudsburg, PA 18360-2452

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

Warminster 1

  1. Movement Art Jiu-Jitsu

    108 Railroad Dr, Warminster, PA 18974

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMMA

West Reading 1

  1. 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Reading

    547 Penn Ave, West Reading, PA 19611-1035

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMMA

Wexford 1

  1. Team Junqueira Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy for Adults and Children

    12330 Perry Hwy, Wexford, PA 15090

    BJJ / grappling
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.

Also in Pennsylvania

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 Pennsylvania can browse 23 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 Pennsylvania should consult qualified medical professionals or ask coaches at one of the 23 listed local academies for proper sports health protocols.