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BJJ Gyms in Minnesota
65 BJJ gyms across 45 cities in Minnesota — including 41 with a free trial, 45 beginner-friendly, and 52 with kids' classes. Pick a city for full listings with member reviews, live open-now hours, and the classes each gym runs — or browse the map.
BJJ — the gentle art — has spread from Rio to every corner of America, and Minnesota now has academies for every reason people train: a nervous first class, a serious workout, self-defense, kids' and women's programs, or the competition team. You don't need to be fit or experienced to walk in; all levels are welcome — just leave your ego at the door.
Cities in Minnesota
- Minneapolis
- St Paul
- Rogers
- Chanhassen
- Coon Rapids
- Duluth
- Rochester
- St Cloud
- St Louis Park
- Stillwater
- Winona
- Woodbury
- Alexandria
- Bemidji
- Bloomington
- Burnsville
- Champlin
- Chaska
- Eagan
- Eden Prairie
- Edina
- Elk River
- Glencoe
- Golden Valley
- Isanti
- Kasson
- Lakeville
- Little Canada
- Mankato
- Maplewood
- Medina
- Moorhead
- New Brighton
- New Ulm
- North Mankato
- Northfield
- Oak Park Heights
- Oakdale
- Owatonna
- Prior Lake
- Red Wing
- Richfield
- Roseville
- Shakopee
- White Bear Lake
Featured BJJ gyms in Minnesota
Ranked by what members say — Google rating weighted by review count. See the full best-of-Minnesota ranking →
Southside Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy
4.9 ★★★★★ 197 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Grappler Station
5 ★★★★★ 190 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
St. Paul Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy
5 ★★★★★ 152 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
The Cellar Gym
4.8 ★★★★★ 152 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Warrior's Cove Martial Arts & Fitness
4.8 ★★★★★ 144 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Resilience Martial Arts - Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Lakeville
5 ★★★★★ 118 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
More ways to train in Minnesota
- Best BJJ gyms in Minnesota — the state-wide ranking
- BJJ for beginners — 45 beginner-friendly gyms in Minnesota, ready for your first class
- Kids & teen BJJ — 52 gyms in Minnesota with youth programs
- Free trial classes — 41 gyms in Minnesota offer a free trial or intro class
- Women's BJJ — 9 gyms in Minnesota with women's classes
- Browse BJJ class types — beginner, kids', women's, private, no-gi, open mat, competition team and more
BJJ programs in Minnesota
Find the class that fits — whether you're starting from zero, bringing the kids, or chasing your first competition.
Other martial arts trained in Minnesota
Most BJJ gyms are multi-art. Here's what else Minnesota gyms teach under the same roof.
BJJ in Minnesota: common questions
- How many BJJ gyms are in Minnesota?
- Our directory lists 65 BJJ gyms across 45 cities in Minnesota. The cities with the most are Minneapolis (6), St Paul (5), Rogers (3).
- How much does BJJ cost a month in Minnesota?
- Among Minnesota gyms that publish a rate, monthly memberships run about $30–$99 (median around $40). Prices vary by academy and how often you train, and many gyms don't post online — so check the gym's own schedule. Our cost guide breaks down what to expect.
- Are free trial classes available in Minnesota?
- Yes — 41 gyms in Minnesota advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro week. It's the low-pressure way to try a class before you commit; confirm the current offer on the gym's site.
- Can beginners and kids train BJJ in Minnesota?
- Absolutely — BJJ welcomes all levels. 45 Minnesota gyms are highlighted by members as beginner-friendly, and 52 run kids' or youth programs. You don't need to be fit or have any experience to start, and no reputable gym makes you roll before you're ready.
- Do I need to be in shape or spar to start BJJ?
- No. You can start with zero fitness base and no experience — the training itself gets you in shape. Rolling (live sparring) builds up gradually and a good gym never throws beginners into it; tapping early and often keeps every roll safe. Drilling-focused fundamentals classes let you build skill at your own pace, and you can leave your ego at the door.