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Looking for BJJ classes in San Diego? 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 ★★★★★ 2,051 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,368 reviews
4.9 ★★★★★ 239 reviews
5 ★★★★★ 212 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
5 ★★★★★ 174 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
5 ★★★★★ 140 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
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: Legion American Jiu Jitsu San Diego - HQ, Atos Jiu Jitsu HQ, Alliance Jiu Jitsu San Diego, Tama Jiu-Jitsu, SWAMA Muay Thai - Imperial Beach, Soca Brazilian Jiu Jitsu San Diego - Rancho Bernardo. 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: Legion American Jiu Jitsu San Diego - HQ, THE ARENA | The Boxing, Jiu Jitsu, MMA & Muay Thai Gym in San Diego, North Park Jiu Jitsu Academy, Atos Jiu Jitsu HQ, Alliance Jiu Jitsu San Diego, Tama 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 San Diego academies flag kids' or youth programs: Legion American Jiu Jitsu San Diego - HQ, THE ARENA | The Boxing, Jiu Jitsu, MMA & Muay Thai Gym in San Diego, North Park Jiu Jitsu Academy, Atos Jiu Jitsu HQ, Alliance Jiu Jitsu San Diego, Tama Jiu-Jitsu. 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 San Diego 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.
Great Jujitsu gym! Their friendly staff are welcoming and instructors are knowledgeable, professional and compassionate. The entire place is clean and equipped with everything you need for your training. They can accommodate and meet the needs for all levels of jujitsu practitioners.
Most impressive and expansive facilities I have seen yet. Open all day with classes every hour, The Arena features separate buildings for Jujitsu, Boxing and Muay Thai / MMA all connected on one central campus. The staff are welcoming and the coaches are knowledgeable. They have even trained Navy SEALs.
I was in San Diego for a few days and had some extra time on my last day before flying out. I found North Park Jiu Jitsu Academy, which wasn't the closest gym to my hotel, but had an adult gi class in the evening, which I wanted to go to.
