BJJ Classes in Clearwater, FL
Clearwater has 9 BJJ gyms — including 4 with a free trial, 7 beginner-friendly, and 8 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.
Proof Jiu-jitsu
4.9 ★★★★★ 203 reviews
Concept Jiu-Jitsu of Clearwater
5 ★★★★★ 131 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Gracie Barra Clearwater
5 ★★★★★ 104 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Checkmat Clearwater Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) Adult and Kids Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 51 reviews
Rising Tide Jiu Jitsu
4.9 ★★★★★ 53 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Omega Jiu-Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 30 reviews
The Compound BJJ
4.5 ★★★★★ 34 reviews
Suncoast Jiu-Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 8 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Good to know in Clearwater
2 of the 9 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 Proof Jiu-jitsu, Concept Jiu-Jitsu of Clearwater, Gracie Barra Clearwater and Checkmat Clearwater Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) Adult and Kids Martial Arts.
Looking for a women's class or a welcoming room to start in? Gracie Barra Clearwater 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.
- Concept Jiu-Jitsu of Clearwater ★★★★★ 5 (131)
- Gracie Barra Clearwater ★★★★★ 5 (104)
- Rising Tide Jiu Jitsu ★★★★★ 4.9 (53)
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.
- Proof Jiu-jitsu ★★★★★ 4.9 (203)
- Concept Jiu-Jitsu of Clearwater ★★★★★ 5 (131)
- Gracie Barra Clearwater ★★★★★ 5 (104)
Kids & teen BJJ in Clearwater
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.
- Proof Jiu-jitsu ★★★★★ 4.9 (203)
- Concept Jiu-Jitsu of Clearwater ★★★★★ 5 (131)
- Gracie Barra Clearwater ★★★★★ 5 (104)
BJJ in Clearwater: quick answers
- How much does BJJ cost a month in Clearwater?
- Most Clearwater 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 Clearwater gyms offer a free trial or free first class?
- Yes — 4 of the 9 gyms in Clearwater advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro offer, including Concept Jiu-Jitsu of Clearwater, Gracie Barra Clearwater, Rising Tide Jiu Jitsu. Offers change, so confirm on the gym's site before you go.
- I'm a total beginner — can I start BJJ in Clearwater?
- 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 Clearwater 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 Clearwater?
- Yes — 8 Clearwater gyms run kids' or youth BJJ, with some classes starting as young as age 4. Youth programs focus on confidence, discipline, and fun in a supervised setting; check each gym's schedule for age groups and times.