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BJJ Classes in Portland, ME

Portland 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.

Recon MMA - Boxing, Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai

4.9 ★★★★★ 75 reviews

1067 Riverside St Unit 1, Portland, ME

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

Boxing and mixed martial arts facility offering training from beginner to competitive levels.

Stonecoast Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for Kids

4.9 ★★★★★ 56 reviews

131 Johnson Rd, Portland, ME

🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site

Ages 4–16

BJJ gym Free trial Kids & teens Private lessons No-gi welcoming to beginnersno-ego, friendly academystrong kids program

Good to know in Portland

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 Portland

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 Portland: quick answers

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

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