BJJ Classes in Indianapolis, IN
Indianapolis has 11 BJJ gyms — including 8 with a free trial, 10 beginner-friendly, and 10 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.
Champlin Jiu-Jitsu Academy
5 ★★★★★ 68 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Indianapolis Jiu Jitsu Coach - BJJ Academy
4.9 ★★★★★ 59 reviews
New Wave Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 53 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Indy Boxing and Grappling
4.6 ★★★★★ 66 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Gym for competitive athletes featuring attentive, patient coaches.
Top Level Gym
4.8 ★★★★★ 54 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Gym offering training in a range of martial arts disciplines, including Muay Thai, boxing, and Brazilian jiu-jitsu.
Naptown Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Boxing LLC.
4.8 ★★★★★ 52 reviews
10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Indianapolis
5 ★★★★★ 42 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
True Grit BJJ
5 ★★★★★ 33 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Chris Howe Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
4.7 ★★★★★ 39 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
SoBro Brazilian Jiu Jitsu @ SobeFit
5 ★★★★★ 23 reviews
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Indianapolis
5 ★★★★★ 12 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Good to know in Indianapolis
2 of the 11 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 Indianapolis Jiu Jitsu Coach - BJJ Academy, Top Level Gym, 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Indianapolis, SoBro Brazilian Jiu Jitsu @ SobeFit, and 1 more.
Looking for a women's class or a welcoming room to start in? Naptown Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Boxing LLC. 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.
- Champlin Jiu-Jitsu Academy ★★★★★ 5 (68)
- New Wave Jiu Jitsu ★★★★★ 5 (53)
- Indy Boxing and Grappling ★★★★★ 4.6 (66)
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.
- Champlin Jiu-Jitsu Academy ★★★★★ 5 (68)
- Indianapolis Jiu Jitsu Coach - BJJ Academy ★★★★★ 4.9 (59)
- New Wave Jiu Jitsu ★★★★★ 5 (53)
Kids & teen BJJ in Indianapolis
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.
- Champlin Jiu-Jitsu Academy ★★★★★ 5 (68)
- Indianapolis Jiu Jitsu Coach - BJJ Academy ★★★★★ 4.9 (59)
- New Wave Jiu Jitsu ★★★★★ 5 (53)
BJJ in Indianapolis: quick answers
- How much does BJJ cost a month in Indianapolis?
- A few Indianapolis gyms list a membership around $70/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 Indianapolis gyms offer a free trial or free first class?
- Yes — 8 of the 11 gyms in Indianapolis advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro offer, including Champlin Jiu-Jitsu Academy, New Wave Jiu Jitsu, Indy Boxing and Grappling. Offers change, so confirm on the gym's site before you go.
- I'm a total beginner — can I start BJJ in Indianapolis?
- Yes. BJJ welcomes complete beginners, and you don't need to be fit or have any experience first — the training gets you in shape. 10 Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis?
- Yes — 10 Indianapolis gyms run kids' or youth BJJ, with some classes starting as young as age 3. Youth programs focus on confidence, discipline, and fun in a supervised setting; check each gym's schedule for age groups and times.