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Looking for BJJ classes in Philadelphia? Our directory tracks the academies worth rolling at — from beginner-friendly fundamentals and kids' classes to serious competition teams. Use the map and rankings below to find your gym, compare what each one offers, and grab a free trial before you commit.
5 ★★★★★ 252 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
5 ★★★★★ 202 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
4.9 ★★★★★ 186 reviews
5 ★★★★★ 140 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
5 ★★★★★ 119 reviews
5 ★★★★★ 119 reviews
The smartest way to start: these academies offer a free trial class or a discounted intro deal, so you can experience the coaching and the room before you commit: Ethos Jiu-Jitsu Collective, The Jiu Jitsu Company, Daniel Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, Balance Studios HQ: Gracie Jiu-Jitsu & Muay Thai, Balance Studios: Gracie Jiu-Jitsu & Muay Thai, Royal StriKing Muay Thai & BJJ. Try a couple before choosing. Check each academy's schedule for current offers, and see the full list on our free trial page.
New to the mats? These academies flag beginner-welcoming or fundamentals classes: Ethos Jiu-Jitsu Collective, The Jiu Jitsu Company, Logic Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, & Martial Arts, Daniel Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, Philadelphia Jiu-Jitsu, Shorty's Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. You do not need to be fit, flexible, or experienced to start — read what to expect at your first class, or browse every beginner-friendly gym in the directory.
Looking for classes for your child? These Philadelphia academies flag kids' or youth programs: Ethos Jiu-Jitsu Collective, The Jiu Jitsu Company, Logic Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, & Martial Arts, Daniel Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, Shorty's Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Martinez BJJ Fitness Center. See our kids' age guide for what age to start and how academies keep it safe, or browse all kids BJJ gyms.
BJJ academies in Philadelphia often teach other martial arts under the same roof, so you can add striking or another grappling art on one membership. See how the disciplines compare in our BJJ vs judo, wrestling and MMA guide, or browse the other martial arts each academy offers and the BJJ class types available.
5 STAR recommendation for SAS Fishtown to anyone considering studying Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu! …Three months ago, after years of the old, “I’ll look into it eventually” routine, I finally made the decision that I was going to join a BJJ school no matter what.
It was my first time in Philadelphia, and we decided to train at The Jiu Jitsu Company. What an incredible experience and facility. I’ve been training for 27 years, and I place a high value on community and environment — both were evident the moment we walked through the doors.
Moved to Philly and made it a personal goal to get back into Jiu Jitsu after 3 years off the mats. I've been training at Logic for 6 months and I can't emphasize enough how this has been the best decision I've made in a while.
