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BJJ Gyms in Montana
20 BJJ gyms across 9 cities in Montana — including 11 with a free trial, 14 beginner-friendly, and 19 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 Montana 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 Montana
Featured BJJ gyms in Montana
Ranked by what members say — Google rating weighted by review count. See the full best-of-Montana ranking →
SBG Missoula - Brazilian Jiu Jitsu - Martial Arts - Boxing - Gym
4.8 ★★★★★ 123 reviews
Missoula Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
4.8 ★★★★★ 58 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Function Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 54 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
TRAPHOUSE JIU JITSU
5 ★★★★★ 51 reviews
SK Martial Arts / Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Billings
5 ★★★★★ 51 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Helena Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 48 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
More ways to train in Montana
- Best BJJ gyms in Montana — the state-wide ranking
- BJJ for beginners — 14 beginner-friendly gyms in Montana, ready for your first class
- Kids & teen BJJ — 19 gyms in Montana with youth programs
- Free trial classes — 11 gyms in Montana offer a free trial or intro class
- Women's BJJ — 4 gyms in Montana with women's classes
- Browse BJJ class types — beginner, kids', women's, private, no-gi, open mat, competition team and more
BJJ programs in Montana
Find the class that fits — whether you're starting from zero, bringing the kids, or chasing your first competition.
Other martial arts trained in Montana
Most BJJ gyms are multi-art. Here's what else Montana gyms teach under the same roof.
BJJ in Montana: common questions
- How many BJJ gyms are in Montana?
- Our directory lists 20 BJJ gyms across 9 cities in Montana. The cities with the most are Missoula (6), Billings (3), Belgrade (2).
- How much does BJJ cost a month in Montana?
- Among Montana gyms that publish a rate, monthly memberships run about $15–$99 (median around $75). 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 Montana?
- Yes — 11 gyms in Montana 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 Montana?
- Absolutely — BJJ welcomes all levels. 14 Montana gyms are highlighted by members as beginner-friendly, and 19 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.