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BJJ Classes in Richmond, KY

Richmond has 3 BJJ gyms — including 1 with a free trial, 2 beginner-friendly, and 1 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.

AFS Academy of Martial Arts/10th Planet Jiu Jitsu

5 ★★★★★ 84 reviews

427 Big Hill Ave, Richmond, KY

BJJ gym Beginners welcome Kids & teens Competition team Affiliated expert, high-level coachingwelcoming to beginnersno-ego, friendly academy

MCC Jiu Jitsu

5 ★★★★★ 28 reviews

161 S Estill Ave, Richmond, KY

🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site

Memberships around $70/mo

BJJ gym Free trial Beginners welcome welcoming to beginnersno-ego, friendly academyclean, well-kept mats

10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Richmond

4.3 ★★★★☆ 6 reviews

427 Big Hill Ave, Richmond, KY

BJJ gym Competition team Affiliated active competition team

Good to know in Richmond

2 of the 3 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 AFS Academy of Martial Arts/10th Planet Jiu Jitsu and 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Richmond.

Plan your first class

This gym offers 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?

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.

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Kids & teen BJJ in Richmond

This gym runs 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 Richmond: quick answers

How much does BJJ cost a month in Richmond?
A few Richmond 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 Richmond gyms offer a free trial or free first class?
Yes — 1 of the 3 gyms in Richmond advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro offer, including MCC Jiu Jitsu. Offers change, so confirm on the gym's site before you go.
I'm a total beginner — can I start BJJ in Richmond?
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 Richmond 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 Richmond?
Yes — 1 Richmond gym runs 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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