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BJJ Classes in South Pasadena, CA
South Pasadena has 2 BJJ gyms — including 1 with a free trial, 2 beginner-friendly, and 2 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.
Jiu-Jitsu Kaizen
4.9 ★★★★★ 42 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
GROUNDWORKS Jiu Jitsu Academy
5 ★★★★★ 11 reviews
Good to know in South Pasadena
1 of the 2 gyms with posted hours are open on Sundays.
Plan your first class
This gym offers 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.
- Jiu-Jitsu Kaizen ★★★★★ 4.9 (42)
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.
- Jiu-Jitsu Kaizen ★★★★★ 4.9 (42)
- GROUNDWORKS Jiu Jitsu Academy ★★★★★ 5 (11)
Kids & teen BJJ in South Pasadena
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.
- Jiu-Jitsu Kaizen ★★★★★ 4.9 (42)
- GROUNDWORKS Jiu Jitsu Academy ★★★★★ 5 (11)
BJJ in South Pasadena: quick answers
- How much does BJJ cost a month in South Pasadena?
- Most South Pasadena 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 South Pasadena gyms offer a free trial or free first class?
- Yes — 1 of the 2 gyms in South Pasadena advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro offer, including Jiu-Jitsu Kaizen. Offers change, so confirm on the gym's site before you go.
- I'm a total beginner — can I start BJJ in South Pasadena?
- 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 South Pasadena 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 South Pasadena?
- Yes — 2 South Pasadena 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.