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Dedicated Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academies in San Francisco, CA

10 of the 115 martial arts schools we list in San Francisco have dedicated Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu programs.

This directory section lists academies offering focused Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) instruction in ground fighting, joint locks, and chokeholds. These locations emphasize pure grappling, featuring both traditional Gi and modern No-Gi classes without requiring striking practice. Before attending your first session, verify whether the school provides loaner gis or allows standard rash guards for trial classes.

  1. Alliance BJJ SF Bay

    1625 Bush St, San Francisco, CA 94109-5300

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
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  2. Barrios Martial Arts

    1756 18th St, San Francisco, CA 94107-2343

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
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  3. Cesar Gracie Jiu Jitsu

    1500 16th St, San Francisco, CA 94103

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMMA
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  4. Charles Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy

    6300 California St, San Francisco, CA 94121

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling
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  5. Colhado Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy

    603 Taraval St, San Francisco, CA 94116-2513

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo
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  6. Excelsior Martial Arts Academy

    1178 Geneva Ave, San Francisco, CA 94112-3822

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing
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  7. Maru Dojo

    736 14th St, San Francisco, CA 94114-1103

    BJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo
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  8. Romulo Melo Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

    1313 Mason St, San Francisco, CA 94133-4708

    BJJ / grappling
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  9. Skrap Pack Mission

    672 S Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110-1306

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
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  10. Zen Budokai Jujitsu

    1622 Castro St, San Francisco, CA 94114-3707

    BJJ / grapplingMMA
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Gear requirement: Most BJJ academies require a specific uniform (Gi) after trial periods, which costs between $90 and $180.

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How much do monthly memberships cost at dedicated BJJ schools?

Unlimited monthly training typically costs between $120 and $230 per month depending on the region and head instructor rank. Single drop-in fees usually range from $20 to $35 per class.

What is the primary difference between Gi and No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu?

Gi training requires a heavy cotton kimono and belt where gripping fabric is central to submissions and throws. No-Gi uses rash guards and board shorts, relying on body hooks and friction, which creates a faster-paced grappling environment.

How long does it take to earn a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu?

Earning a BJJ black belt requires an average of 8 to 12 years of regular training 3 to 4 days per week. Students progress through white, blue, purple, and brown belt ranks based on skill, sparring performance, and time on the mat.