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Dedicated Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academies in West Virginia

10 of the 130 martial arts schools we track in West Virginia have dedicated Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu programs. Full listings for every city are on the West Virginia page.

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130schools 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.

Kearneysville 2

  1. Spectrum Jiu Jitsu

    59 Ruland Rd, Kearneysville, WV 25430-0050

    BJJ / grappling
    Call Website All Kearneysville

  2. True Elevation Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

    362 W Burr Blvd, Kearneysville, WV 25430-4787

    BJJ / grappling
    Call Website All Kearneysville

Beckley 1

  1. Arte Suave Jiu Jitsu Academy

    321 S Fayette St, Beckley, WV 25801-5415

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

Elkins 1

  1. Team Luiz Palhares of West Virginia

    2285 Beverly Pike, Elkins, WV 26241-9408

    Kids classes
    Call Website All Elkins

Fairmont 1

  1. The Compound Mixed Martial Arts Training Center

    2331 Pleasant Valley Rd, Fairmont, WV 26554-8566

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
    Call Website All Fairmont

Follansbee 1

  1. Andrew Pardee Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy

    134 May Rd, Follansbee, WV 26037-1602

    Kids classesBJJ / grappling
    Call Website

Morgantown 1

  1. Black Cat Mixed Martial Arts and Self Defense

    9500 Mall Rd, Morgantown, WV 26501

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
    Call Website All Morgantown

Ranson 1

  1. Modern Era Warriors

    111 W 2nd Ave, Ranson, WV 25438-1076

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling
    Call Website All Ranson

Ripley 1

  1. Raines Korean Martial Arts Center

    117 E Main St, Ripley, WV 25271-1410

    Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
    Call Website All Ripley

Weirton 1

  1. Andrew Pardee Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu/Martial Arts Academy

    241 Three Springs Dr, Weirton, WV 26062

    Kids classesBJJ / grappling
    Call Website All Weirton
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 West Virginia can browse 10 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 West Virginia should consult qualified medical professionals or ask coaches at one of the 10 listed local academies for proper sports health protocols.