BJJ Classes in Venice, FL
Venice has 5 BJJ gyms — including 2 with a free trial, 3 beginner-friendly, and 5 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 Venice Jiu-Jitsu & MMA
5 ★★★★★ 51 reviews
GRIP BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU TEAM
5 ★★★★★ 42 reviews
Gustavo Machado Jiu-Jitsu
4.9 ★★★★★ 30 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Venice Jiu-Jitsu
4.8 ★★★★★ 21 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Venice Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Judo
5 ★★★★★ 14 reviews
Good to know in Venice
For a recognized affiliation or lineage (think Gracie Barra, 10th Planet, Renzo Gracie, Alliance), members point to Gracie Venice Jiu-Jitsu & MMA and Venice Jiu-Jitsu.
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.
- Gustavo Machado Jiu-Jitsu ★★★★★ 4.9 (30)
- Venice Jiu-Jitsu ★★★★★ 4.8 (21)
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 Venice Jiu-Jitsu & MMA ★★★★★ 5 (51)
- Gustavo Machado Jiu-Jitsu ★★★★★ 4.9 (30)
- Venice Jiu-Jitsu ★★★★★ 4.8 (21)
Kids & teen BJJ in Venice
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 Venice Jiu-Jitsu & MMA ★★★★★ 5 (51)
- GRIP BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU TEAM ★★★★★ 5 (42)
- Gustavo Machado Jiu-Jitsu ★★★★★ 4.9 (30)
BJJ in Venice: quick answers
- How much does BJJ cost a month in Venice?
- Most Venice 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 Venice gyms offer a free trial or free first class?
- Yes — 2 of the 5 gyms in Venice advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro offer, including Gustavo Machado Jiu-Jitsu, Venice Jiu-Jitsu. Offers change, so confirm on the gym's site before you go.
- I'm a total beginner — can I start BJJ in Venice?
- Yes. BJJ welcomes complete beginners, and you don't need to be fit or have any experience first — the training gets you in shape. 3 Venice 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 Venice?
- Yes — 5 Venice 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.