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BJJ Classes in Davis, CA
Davis has 3 BJJ gyms — including 2 with a free trial, 2 beginner-friendly, and 3 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.
Gracie Jiu Jitsu Davis
5 ★★★★★ 84 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Nova Geração Davis Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy
4.8 ★★★★★ 35 reviews
Kaiju BJJ Academy
4.9 ★★★★★ 32 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Good to know in Davis
2 of the 3 gyms with posted hours are open on Sundays.
For a recognized affiliation or lineage (think Gracie Barra, 10th Planet, Renzo Gracie, Alliance), members point to Gracie Jiu Jitsu Davis, Nova Geração Davis Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy and Kaiju BJJ Academy.
Looking for a women's class or a welcoming room to start in? Gracie Jiu Jitsu Davis and Kaiju BJJ Academy run women's BJJ.
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.
- Gracie Jiu Jitsu Davis ★★★★★ 5 (84)
- Kaiju BJJ Academy ★★★★★ 4.9 (32)
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.
- Gracie Jiu Jitsu Davis ★★★★★ 5 (84)
- Kaiju BJJ Academy ★★★★★ 4.9 (32)
Kids & teen BJJ in Davis
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.
- Gracie Jiu Jitsu Davis ★★★★★ 5 (84)
- Nova Geração Davis Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy ★★★★★ 4.8 (35)
- Kaiju BJJ Academy ★★★★★ 4.9 (32)
BJJ in Davis: quick answers
- How much does BJJ cost a month in Davis?
- A few Davis gyms list a membership around $250/mo, but most don't post rates online. Ask about a free trial and check the gym's schedule for current prices — see our cost guide for typical ranges.
- Do any Davis gyms offer a free trial or free first class?
- Yes — 2 of the 3 gyms in Davis advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro offer, including Gracie Jiu Jitsu Davis, Kaiju BJJ Academy. Offers change, so confirm on the gym's site before you go.
- I'm a total beginner — can I start BJJ in Davis?
- 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 Davis 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 Davis?
- Yes — 3 Davis gyms run kids' or youth BJJ, with some classes starting as young as age 3. Youth programs focus on confidence, discipline, and fun in a supervised setting; check each gym's schedule for age groups and times.