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Dedicated Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academies in Hawaii

19 of the 202 martial arts schools we track in Hawaii have dedicated Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu programs. Full listings for every city are on the Hawaii page.

19schools
8cities
202schools statewide

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.

Honolulu 9

  1. Kahala Jiu Jitsu

    1215 Center St, Honolulu, HI 96816-3209

    Kids classesBJJ / grappling
  2. Kansept Academy

    904 Kohou St, Honolulu, HI 96817-4420

    BJJ / grappling
  3. Muay Boran Hawaii

    505 Coral St, Honolulu, HI 96813

    BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing
  4. Relson Gracie - Team Papakolea Jiu Jitsu Ward & Kakaako

    505 Coral St, Honolulu, HI 96813-51ND

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMMA
  5. Relson Gracie - Team Papakolea Jiu-Jitsu

    2150 Tantalus Dr, Honolulu, HI 96813-1412

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMMA
  6. Relson Gracie Jiu-Jitsu - Ronn Shiraki Academy [RSA] Honolulu, Hawaii

    737 Kapahulu Ave 2nd, Honolulu, HI 96816

    BJJ / grappling
  7. Relson Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Team HK

    1712 S King St, Honolulu, HI 96826

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling
  8. Relson Gracie Jiu-jitsu Ronn Shiraki Academy

    1633 Kahai St, Honolulu, HI 96819-3913

    Kids classesBJJ / grappling
  9. Templo Jiu-Jitsu

    1132 Koko Head Ave, Honolulu, HI 96816-3794

    BJJ / grappling

Wailuku 3

  1. Hanaloa School of Jiu-Jitsu

    261 Hookahi St, Wailuku, HI 96793-3411

    5:00PM-6:00PM

    Kids classesBJJ / grappling
  2. Maui Kombat Academy

    1161 Lower Main St, Wailuku, HI 96793-6033

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing
  3. New Creation Jiu Jitsu

    1942 Main St, Wailuku, HI 96793-1748

    Kids classesBJJ / grappling

Kailua 2

  1. K-Team Martial Arts - MCBH

    1629 3rd Street, Kailua, HI 96734

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo
  2. Masters Martial Arts School

    270 Kuulei Rd, Kailua, HI 96734-2755

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo

Haiku 1

  1. Maui Jiu Jitsu Academy

    810 Haiku Rd, Haiku, HI 96708

    Kids classesBJJ / grappling

Kailua Kona 1

  1. The Process Martial Art Academy

    73-5590 Kauhola St, Kailua Kona, HI 96740-2610

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

Kaneohe 1

  1. K-Team Martial Arts

    46-12 Alaloa St, Kaneohe, HI 96744-3801

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo

Kapaa 1

  1. Bragiao BJJ MMA Kauai

    4-0484 Kuhio Hwy, Kapaa, HI 96746-1429

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

Waipahu 1

  1. Hawaii Elite MMA & Fitness

    94-216 Farrington Hwy, Waipahu, HI 96797-1900

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

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Good to know

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.

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 Hawaii can browse 19 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 Hawaii should consult qualified medical professionals or ask coaches at one of the 19 listed local academies for proper sports health protocols.