BJJ Classes in Champaign, IL
Champaign has 2 BJJ gyms — including 2 with a free trial, 2 beginner-friendly, and 2 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.
CU Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 105 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Parallel jiu jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 24 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Good to know in Champaign
For a recognized affiliation or lineage (think Gracie Barra, 10th Planet, Renzo Gracie, Alliance), members point to CU Jiu Jitsu.
Looking for a women's class or a welcoming room to start in? CU Jiu Jitsu 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.
- CU Jiu Jitsu ★★★★★ 5 (105)
- Parallel jiu jitsu ★★★★★ 5 (24)
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.
- CU Jiu Jitsu ★★★★★ 5 (105)
- Parallel jiu jitsu ★★★★★ 5 (24)
Kids & teen BJJ in Champaign
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.
- CU Jiu Jitsu ★★★★★ 5 (105)
- Parallel jiu jitsu ★★★★★ 5 (24)
BJJ in Champaign: quick answers
- How much does BJJ cost a month in Champaign?
- A few Champaign gyms list a membership around $20/mo, but most don't post rates online. Ask about a free trial and check the gym's schedule for current prices — see our cost guide for typical ranges.
- Do any Champaign gyms offer a free trial or free first class?
- Yes — 2 of the 2 gyms in Champaign advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro offer, including CU Jiu Jitsu, Parallel jiu jitsu. Offers change, so confirm on the gym's site before you go.
- I'm a total beginner — can I start BJJ in Champaign?
- Yes. BJJ welcomes complete beginners, and you don't need to be fit or have any experience first — the training gets you in shape. 2 Champaign 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 Champaign?
- Yes — 2 Champaign 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.