BJJ Classes in Aurora, CO
Aurora has 14 BJJ gyms — including 9 with a free trial, 11 beginner-friendly, and 13 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 Aurora
5 ★★★★★ 281 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Warriors Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 214 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Denver Modern Jiu Jitsu
4.9 ★★★★★ 136 reviews
Rad Muay Thai Fitness & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 108 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Gracie Barra Saddle Rock Jiu-Jitsu in Aurora, CO
4.9 ★★★★★ 81 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Way of Jiu Jitsu Aurora
4.9 ★★★★★ 76 reviews
Rio Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Self Defense
5 ★★★★★ 60 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Onyx Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 53 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
BRD Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 51 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Portela Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 34 reviews
Z Ultimate Self Defense Studios
4.8 ★★★★★ 38 reviews
OSS ACADEMY BJJ
5 ★★★★★ 30 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Boxing - Kickboxing/Muay Thai - Aikido/Aikijiujitsu - Kali - Judo - Jiu-jitsu - Wrestling
4.6 ★★★★★ 5 reviews
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Aurora Southlands
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Good to know in Aurora
3 of the 14 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 Aurora, Gracie Barra Saddle Rock Jiu-Jitsu in Aurora, CO, Way of Jiu Jitsu Aurora, Rio Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Self Defense, and 2 more.
Looking for a women's class or a welcoming room to start in? Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Aurora, Way of Jiu Jitsu Aurora and Rio Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Self Defense 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 Aurora ★★★★★ 5 (281)
- Warriors Martial Arts ★★★★★ 5 (214)
- Rad Muay Thai Fitness & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu ★★★★★ 5 (108)
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 Aurora ★★★★★ 5 (281)
- Denver Modern Jiu Jitsu ★★★★★ 4.9 (136)
- Rad Muay Thai Fitness & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu ★★★★★ 5 (108)
Kids & teen BJJ in Aurora
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 Aurora ★★★★★ 5 (281)
- Warriors Martial Arts ★★★★★ 5 (214)
- Denver Modern Jiu Jitsu ★★★★★ 4.9 (136)
BJJ in Aurora: quick answers
- How much does BJJ cost a month in Aurora?
- A few Aurora gyms list a membership around $180/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 Aurora gyms offer a free trial or free first class?
- Yes — 9 of the 14 gyms in Aurora advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro offer, including Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Aurora, Warriors Martial Arts, Rad Muay Thai Fitness & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Offers change, so confirm on the gym's site before you go.
- I'm a total beginner — can I start BJJ in Aurora?
- Yes. BJJ welcomes complete beginners, and you don't need to be fit or have any experience first — the training gets you in shape. 11 Aurora 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 Aurora?
- Yes — 13 Aurora 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.