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.
St Louis 3
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BJJ Lifestyle Academy
4274 Telegraph Rd, St Louis, MO 63129-2658
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Finney's MMA
9744 Watson Rd, St Louis, MO 63126-1831
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Watson Martial Arts
2737 Papin St, St Louis, MO 63103-3028
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ATA Martial Arts- St. Peters
6720 Mexico Rd, St Peters, MO 63376-1505
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Onyx Grappling
953 Jungermann Rd, St Peters, MO 63376-3095
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Gracie Barra St Peters Mo Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Self Defense
953 Jungermann Rd, St Peters, MO 63376
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Kingdom MMA & BJJ
8244 N Oxford St, Kansas City, MO 64158-1601
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Rudy Bears Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & MMA
4030 Broadway Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64111-2621
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Springfield Fight Club
6226 S Union Ave, Springfield, MO 65802
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Team Fusion Jiu-Jitsu & MMA
228 W Sunshine St, Springfield, MO 65807-2600
Ballwin 1
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Gracie Barra West County
15425 Manchester Rd, Ballwin, MO 63011-3056
Belton 1
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Kraken Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Fitness
547 N Scott Ave, Belton, MO 64012-1762
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Blue Springs Jiu-Jitsu
5225 SW US Highway 40, Blue Springs, MO 64015
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Lake Area Gracie Jiu-jitsu
942 North Business Highway 5, Camdenton, MO 65020
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Carpe Momentum School of Jiu-Jitsu
10 N Sprigg St, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701-5526
Columbia 1
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Gracie Humaita Columbia Brazilian Jiu-jitsu
2010 Chapel Plaza Ct Suite B, Columbia, MO 65203-6382
Dexter 1
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Carrillo's Martial Arts
16 S Walnut St, Dexter, MO 63841-2152
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Team Vaghi Headquarters
15739 Manchester Rd, Ellisville, MO 63011-2221
Eureka 1
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Gracie Humaita Eureka
106 Hilltop Village Center Dr, Eureka, MO 63025-1107
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Stride Martial Arts and Fitness
2363 Vintage Dr, Excelsior Springs, MO 64024
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Northland Judo & Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Gladstone, MO
Monday – Open Mat – 6:00–8:00 PM
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Wilcox Karate Academy
2400 S Lees Summit Rd, Independence, MO 64055-1900
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Herron Bjj
2632 Industrial Dr, Jefferson City, MO 65109-0748
Joplin 1
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The Forge
902 E 4th St, Joplin, MO 64801-0001
Kearney 1
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Limitless Martial Arts
2031 Commerce Dr, Kearney, MO 64060-7631
Knob Noster 1
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Stealth Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
110 N State St, Knob Noster, MO 65336-1345
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Glory MMA & Fitness
750 NW Main St, Lee's Summit, MO 64086-9309
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Ozark Mountain Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
109 W Jefferson St, Marshfield, MO 65706-1635
O'Fallon 1
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Vanderson Gomes Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
4261 Keaton Crossing Blvd, O'Fallon, MO 63368-8220
Pleasant Valley 1
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Cast Iron Bjj
6603 Royal St, Pleasant Valley, MO 64068-7840
Sun 3pm-6:45pm, Mon 6am-9:15pm, Tue 6am-9:15pm, Wed 6am-9:15pm, Thu 6am-9:15pm, Fri 6am-7:30pm, Sat 8am-10am
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Poplar Bluff Jiu Jitsu
950 S Westwood Blvd, Poplar Bluff, MO 63901-6106
Rogersville 1
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Hex Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
5681 E US-60, Rogersville, MO 65742
Shrewsbury 1
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Gracie Jiu-Jitsu St. Louis
7545 Ravensridge Rd, Shrewsbury, MO 63119-5502
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St. Joseph Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Mixed Martial Arts
1305 Village Dr, St Joseph, MO 64506-3041
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Gracie Barra Washington
1629 A Roy Dr, Washington, MO 63090-5008
Also in Missouri
- Traditional Martial Arts Schools234
- Kids Martial Arts Classes171
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Schools153
- MMA Gyms69
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Gi Training Programs63
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) Training Academies61
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) Classes59
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and BJJ Training Classes58
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) Martial Arts Schools57
- Self-Defense Classes and Safety Workshops24
- Mixed Martial Arts Gyms and Training20
- Karate Classes for Children and Adults15
- Family Martial Arts Classes and Academies14
- Kickboxing Classes for Beginners and Adults10
- Filipino & Historical European Martial Arts Schools10
- Martial Arts Schools with Fat Loss Programs8
- Historical European & Filipino Martial Arts Classes7
- Jiu-Jitsu Fundamentals and Beginner Classes6
- Tai Chi and Qigong Classes for Seniors and Adults6
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 Missouri can browse 35 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 Missouri should consult qualified medical professionals or ask coaches at one of the 35 listed local academies for proper sports health protocols.