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BJJ Classes in Brentwood, CA

Brentwood has 4 BJJ gyms — including 2 with a free trial, 2 beginner-friendly, and 4 with kids' classes. Every listing is ranked by what members say (Google rating weighted by review count) and shows live open-now hours and the classes each gym runs, so you can find your academy and book your first class. All levels welcome — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start.

Crosley Gracie Jiu-Jitsu

4.9 ★★★★★ 274 reviews

3291 Walnut Blvd #140, Brentwood, CA

🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site

Ages 8–13

BJJ gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Affiliated expert, high-level coachingwelcoming to beginnersno-ego, friendly academy

Checkmat Brentwood Jiu-Jitsu

5 ★★★★★ 107 reviews

640 Harvest Park Dr, Brentwood, CA

🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site

Ages 2–14

BJJ gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens No-gi Competition team Affiliated expert, high-level coachingwelcoming to beginnersno-ego, friendly academy

Alliance Jiu Jitsu Brentwood

4.9 ★★★★★ 39 reviews

6730 Lone Tree Wy Ste 8, Brentwood, CA

BJJ gym Kids & teens Private lessons Affiliated expert, high-level coachingwelcoming to beginnersno-ego, friendly academy

Cesar Gracie Jiu-Jitsu

4.7 ★★★★★ 15 reviews

8650A Brentwood Blvd, Brentwood, CA

BJJ gym Kids & teens No-gi Competition team Affiliated strong technique & fundamentalsbuilds confidence & discipline

Good to know in Brentwood

For a recognized affiliation or lineage (think Gracie Barra, 10th Planet, Renzo Gracie, Alliance), members point to Crosley Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, Checkmat Brentwood Jiu-Jitsu, Alliance Jiu Jitsu Brentwood and Cesar Gracie Jiu-Jitsu.

Plan your first class

These gyms offer a free trial, free first class, or intro offer — the low-risk way to try BJJ before you commit. Check each gym's schedule for the current offer.

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New to BJJ?

These gyms are called out by members as welcoming to beginners — go at your own pace, ask questions, and know that rolling builds up slowly and tapping keeps it safe. Everyone in the room started with a first class.

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Kids & teen BJJ in Brentwood

These gyms run kids' or youth classes — supervised, confidence-building, and focused on discipline and self-defense. Check each gym's schedule for age groups and times.

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BJJ in Brentwood: quick answers

How much does BJJ cost a month in Brentwood?
Most Brentwood gyms don't post prices online. BJJ is usually sold as a monthly membership, and rates vary by academy. Many offer a free or discounted first class, so you can visit before you commit — see our cost guide for typical price ranges.
Do any Brentwood gyms offer a free trial or free first class?
Yes — 2 of the 4 gyms in Brentwood advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro offer, including Crosley Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, Checkmat Brentwood Jiu-Jitsu. Offers change, so confirm on the gym's site before you go.
I'm a total beginner — can I start BJJ in Brentwood?
Yes. BJJ welcomes complete beginners, and you don't need to be fit or have any experience first — the training gets you in shape. 2 Brentwood gyms are highlighted by members as beginner-friendly. Rolling (live sparring) builds up slowly, a good gym never pressures newcomers, and tapping keeps every roll safe — just leave your ego at the door.
Are there kids' BJJ classes in Brentwood?
Yes — 4 Brentwood gyms run kids' or youth BJJ, with some classes starting as young as age 2. Youth programs focus on confidence, discipline, and fun in a supervised setting; check each gym's schedule for age groups and times.

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