BJJ Classes in Wilmington, DE
Wilmington has 8 BJJ gyms — including 4 with a free trial, 7 beginner-friendly, and 7 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.
Elevated Studios Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 216 reviews
Gentlemen's Jiu-Jitsu•MMA•MuayThai
5 ★★★★★ 154 reviews
Riverfront Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 152 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Titan Jiu Jitsu
4.9 ★★★★★ 55 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
302 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 41 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Mat Queens Women's Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 9 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Delaware Judo and JuJitsu Association
4.6 ★★★★★ 7 reviews
Royce Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy of Delaware
3.7 ★★★★☆ 3 reviews
Good to know in Wilmington
4 of the 8 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 Elevated Studios Martial Arts, Titan Jiu Jitsu, 302 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Royce Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy of Delaware.
Looking for a women's class or a welcoming room to start in? Elevated Studios Martial Arts, Gentlemen's Jiu-Jitsu•MMA•MuayThai, Riverfront Jiu Jitsu, Titan Jiu Jitsu, and 1 more 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.
- Riverfront Jiu Jitsu ★★★★★ 5 (152)
- Titan Jiu Jitsu ★★★★★ 4.9 (55)
- 302 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu ★★★★★ 5 (41)
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.
- Elevated Studios Martial Arts ★★★★★ 5 (216)
- Gentlemen's Jiu-Jitsu•MMA•MuayThai ★★★★★ 5 (154)
- Riverfront Jiu Jitsu ★★★★★ 5 (152)
Kids & teen BJJ in Wilmington
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.
- Elevated Studios Martial Arts ★★★★★ 5 (216)
- Gentlemen's Jiu-Jitsu•MMA•MuayThai ★★★★★ 5 (154)
- Riverfront Jiu Jitsu ★★★★★ 5 (152)
BJJ in Wilmington: quick answers
- How much does BJJ cost a month in Wilmington?
- Most Wilmington 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 Wilmington gyms offer a free trial or free first class?
- Yes — 4 of the 8 gyms in Wilmington advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro offer, including Riverfront Jiu Jitsu, Titan Jiu Jitsu, 302 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 Wilmington?
- Yes. BJJ welcomes complete beginners, and you don't need to be fit or have any experience first — the training gets you in shape. 7 Wilmington 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 Wilmington?
- Yes — 7 Wilmington 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.