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BJJ Classes in Upland, CA
Upland has 6 BJJ gyms — including 3 with a free trial, 4 beginner-friendly, and 6 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 Barra Upland Martial Arts - Jiu-Jitsu & Self Defense
4.9 ★★★★★ 122 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
UCS - University of Combat Sports, Carlson Gracie Claremont
5 ★★★★★ 107 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Alliance Jiu Jitsu Upland
4.9 ★★★★★ 71 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Lucas Leite Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
4.9 ★★★★★ 36 reviews
BRAGA JIU-JITSU
5 ★★★★★ 31 reviews
Checkmat Upland Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 5 reviews
Good to know in Upland
1 of the 6 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 Barra Upland Martial Arts - Jiu-Jitsu & Self Defense, UCS - University of Combat Sports, Carlson Gracie Claremont, Alliance Jiu Jitsu Upland, Lucas Leite Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and 1 more.
Looking for a women's class or a welcoming room to start in? Gracie Barra Upland Martial Arts - Jiu-Jitsu & Self Defense and Alliance Jiu Jitsu Upland 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 Barra Upland Martial Arts - Jiu-Jitsu & Self Defense ★★★★★ 4.9 (122)
- UCS - University of Combat Sports, Carlson Gracie Claremont ★★★★★ 5 (107)
- Alliance Jiu Jitsu Upland ★★★★★ 4.9 (71)
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 Barra Upland Martial Arts - Jiu-Jitsu & Self Defense ★★★★★ 4.9 (122)
- UCS - University of Combat Sports, Carlson Gracie Claremont ★★★★★ 5 (107)
- Alliance Jiu Jitsu Upland ★★★★★ 4.9 (71)
Kids & teen BJJ in Upland
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 Barra Upland Martial Arts - Jiu-Jitsu & Self Defense ★★★★★ 4.9 (122)
- UCS - University of Combat Sports, Carlson Gracie Claremont ★★★★★ 5 (107)
- Alliance Jiu Jitsu Upland ★★★★★ 4.9 (71)
BJJ in Upland: quick answers
- How much does BJJ cost a month in Upland?
- Most Upland 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 Upland gyms offer a free trial or free first class?
- Yes — 3 of the 6 gyms in Upland advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro offer, including Gracie Barra Upland Martial Arts - Jiu-Jitsu & Self Defense, UCS - University of Combat Sports, Carlson Gracie Claremont, Alliance Jiu Jitsu Upland. Offers change, so confirm on the gym's site before you go.
- I'm a total beginner — can I start BJJ in Upland?
- 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 Upland 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 Upland?
- Yes — 6 Upland 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.