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BJJ Classes in New Orleans, LA

New Orleans has 2 BJJ gyms — including 1 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.

NOLA BJJ

4.9 ★★★★★ 99 reviews

4521 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA

🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site

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

BJJ Westbank

4.9 ★★★★★ 38 reviews

2901 General De Gaulle Dr, New Orleans, LA

BJJ gym Kids & teens welcoming to beginnersno-ego, friendly academy

Good to know in New Orleans

1 of the 2 gyms with posted hours are open on Sundays.

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?

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 New Orleans

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 New Orleans: quick answers

How much does BJJ cost a month in New Orleans?
Most New Orleans 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 New Orleans gyms offer a free trial or free first class?
Yes — 1 of the 2 gyms in New Orleans advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro offer, including NOLA BJJ. Offers change, so confirm on the gym's site before you go.
I'm a total beginner — can I start BJJ in New Orleans?
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 New Orleans 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 New Orleans?
Yes — 2 New Orleans 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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