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BJJ Classes in Silver Spring, MD

Silver Spring has 4 BJJ gyms — including 2 with a free trial, 3 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.

Somos Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

5 ★★★★★ 21 reviews

1343 Lamberton Dr, Silver Spring, MD

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

Jiu Jitsu Academy of Maryland

4.8 ★★★★★ 24 reviews

10149 New Hampshire Ave, Silver Spring, MD

🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site

BJJ gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons Competition team no-ego, friendly academystrong kids programclean, well-kept mats

Brazu Jiu Jitsu Academy

5 ★★★★★ 19 reviews

13852 Old Columbia Pike, Silver Spring, MD

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

Escape Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy

5 ★★★★★ 15 reviews

801 Wayne Ave #102, Silver Spring, MD

🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site

BJJ gym Free trial Private lessons No-gi expert, high-level coachingno-ego, friendly academygreat workout & conditioning

Good to know in Silver Spring

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 Brazu Jiu Jitsu Academy.

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.

Free trial & intro classes, gym by gym →

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.

BJJ for beginners in Silver Spring →

Kids & teen BJJ in Silver Spring

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 Silver Spring: quick answers

How much does BJJ cost a month in Silver Spring?
Most Silver Spring 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 Silver Spring gyms offer a free trial or free first class?
Yes — 2 of the 4 gyms in Silver Spring advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro offer, including Jiu Jitsu Academy of Maryland, Escape Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy. Offers change, so confirm on the gym's site before you go.
I'm a total beginner — can I start BJJ in Silver Spring?
Yes. BJJ welcomes complete beginners, and you don't need to be fit or have any experience first — the training gets you in shape. 3 Silver Spring 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 Silver Spring?
Yes — 3 Silver Spring 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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