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BJJ Classes in Annapolis, MD

Annapolis has 4 BJJ gyms — including 2 with a free trial, 2 beginner-friendly, and 3 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.

Team Randori Martial Arts

4.9 ★★★★★ 256 reviews

1989 West St, Annapolis, MD

Memberships around $200/mo

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

East Coast Martial Arts

4.9 ★★★★★ 41 reviews

81c Forest Plaza, Annapolis, MD

🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site

BJJ gym Free trial Kids & teens Private lessons Competition team expert, high-level coachingwelcoming to beginnersno-ego, friendly academy

Shoreline Jiu Jitsu

5 ★★★★★ 24 reviews

7364 Edgewood Rd Bay 1, Annapolis, MD

🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site

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

Good to know in Annapolis

1 of the 4 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 Team Randori Martial Arts and Shoreline Jiu Jitsu.

Looking for a women's class or a welcoming room to start in? Team Randori Martial Arts 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?

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 Annapolis

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 Annapolis: quick answers

How much does BJJ cost a month in Annapolis?
A few Annapolis gyms list a membership around $200/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 Annapolis gyms offer a free trial or free first class?
Yes — 2 of the 4 gyms in Annapolis advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro offer, including East Coast Martial Arts, Shoreline Jiu Jitsu. Offers change, so confirm on the gym's site before you go.
I'm a total beginner — can I start BJJ in Annapolis?
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 Annapolis 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 Annapolis?
Yes — 3 Annapolis 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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