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BJJ Classes in San Leandro, CA

San Leandro has 4 BJJ gyms — including 3 with a free trial, 4 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.

San Lorenzo Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

5 ★★★★★ 147 reviews

1976 Lewelling Blvd, San Leandro, CA

🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site

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

Hierba Mala Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

5 ★★★★★ 37 reviews

2100 Orchard Ave, San Leandro, CA

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

ENDVR JIU JITSU

5 ★★★★★ 20 reviews

1976 Lewelling Blvd, San Leandro, CA

🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site

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

510 Renegade MMA - Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, Kids BJJ

4.9 ★★★★★ 14 reviews

2414 Teagarden St, San Leandro, CA

🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site

BJJ gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens No-gi expert, high-level coachingno-ego, friendly academystrong kids program

Good to know in San Leandro

1 of the 4 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 San Lorenzo Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and ENDVR JIU JITSU.

Looking for a women's class or a welcoming room to start in? Hierba Mala Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu runs 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.

Free trial & intro classes, gym by gym →

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 San Leandro

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 San Leandro: quick answers

How much does BJJ cost a month in San Leandro?
Most San Leandro 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 San Leandro gyms offer a free trial or free first class?
Yes — 3 of the 4 gyms in San Leandro advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro offer, including San Lorenzo Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, ENDVR JIU JITSU, 510 Renegade MMA - Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, Kids BJJ. Offers change, so confirm on the gym's site before you go.
I'm a total beginner — can I start BJJ in San Leandro?
Yes. BJJ welcomes complete beginners, and you don't need to be fit or have any experience first — the training gets you in shape. 4 San Leandro 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 San Leandro?
Yes — 3 San Leandro gyms run kids' or youth BJJ. 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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