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BJJ Classes in Springfield, IL

Springfield has 5 BJJ gyms — including 2 with a free trial, 1 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.

Gracie Barra Springfield

4.7 ★★★★★ 31 reviews

1665 Wabash Ave Ste G, Springfield, IL

🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site

BJJ gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons No-gi Competition team Affiliated expert, high-level coachingwelcoming to beginnersno-ego, friendly academy

NexGen Jiu-Jitsu Academy

5 ★★★★★ 22 reviews

301 S Grand Ave W, Springfield, IL

BJJ gym No-gi Competition team expert, high-level coachingwelcoming to beginnersno-ego, friendly academy

Gracie Humaita JiuJitsu

5 ★★★★★ 9 reviews

116 E Edwards St, Springfield, IL

BJJ gym Kids & teens Private lessons No-gi Competition team Affiliated expert, high-level coaching

Sangamon Aikikai

5 ★★★★★ 2 reviews

815 S 2nd St, Springfield, IL

🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site

BJJ gym Free trial

Feral BJJ

800 N MacArthur Blvd, Springfield, IL

BJJ gym

Good to know in Springfield

1 of the 5 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 Gracie Barra Springfield and Gracie Humaita JiuJitsu.

Looking for a women's class or a welcoming room to start in? Gracie Humaita JiuJitsu 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.

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New to BJJ?

This gym is 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.

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Kids & teen BJJ in Springfield

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.

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BJJ in Springfield: quick answers

How much does BJJ cost a month in Springfield?
Most Springfield 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 Springfield gyms offer a free trial or free first class?
Yes — 2 of the 5 gyms in Springfield advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro offer, including Gracie Barra Springfield, Sangamon Aikikai. Offers change, so confirm on the gym's site before you go.
I'm a total beginner — can I start BJJ in Springfield?
Yes. BJJ welcomes complete beginners, and you don't need to be fit or have any experience first — the training gets you in shape. 1 Springfield gym is 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 Springfield?
Yes — 2 Springfield 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.

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