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BJJ Classes in Bronx, NY

Bronx has 8 BJJ gyms — including 2 with a free trial, 6 beginner-friendly, and 6 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.

Bronx Jiu-Jitsu

4.9 ★★★★★ 149 reviews

1621 Crosby Ave, Bronx, NY

🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site

Ages 4–17

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

Bronx Martial Arts Academy

4.7 ★★★★★ 150 reviews

1051 Allerton Ave #1055, Bronx, NY

Ages 4–5

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

Gracie Jiu-Jitsu NY

4.9 ★★★★★ 73 reviews

3229 E Tremont Ave, Bronx, NY

BJJ gym Beginners welcome No-gi Competition team Affiliated welcoming to beginnersno-ego, friendly academystrong technique & fundamentals

MCF Warpath Boxing and MMA Academy

4.5 ★★★★★ 70 reviews

2117 Williamsbridge Rd, Bronx, NY

BJJ gym Kids & teens welcoming to beginnersno-ego, friendly academystrong kids program

Kaizen Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

5 ★★★★★ 43 reviews

1005B Morris Park Ave, Bronx, NY

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

Jungle Gym Martial Arts

4 ★★★★☆ 92 reviews

1526 Unionport Rd, Bronx, NY

🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site

Ages 5–13

BJJ gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens expert, high-level coachingno-ego, friendly academybuilds confidence & discipline

Yamabushi Jujutsu-Aikijutsu Ryu

5 ★★★★★ 8 reviews

2301 Yates Ave, Bronx, NY

BJJ gym Beginners welcome Private lessons

Warriors Sports Club Jiu-Jitsu

170 W 233rd St, Bronx, NY

BJJ gym Beginners welcome Kids & teens

Good to know in Bronx

1 of the 8 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 Bronx Martial Arts Academy and Gracie Jiu-Jitsu NY.

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 Bronx →

Kids & teen BJJ in Bronx

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 Bronx: quick answers

How much does BJJ cost a month in Bronx?
Most Bronx 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 Bronx gyms offer a free trial or free first class?
Yes — 2 of the 8 gyms in Bronx advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro offer, including Bronx Jiu-Jitsu, Jungle Gym Martial Arts. Offers change, so confirm on the gym's site before you go.
I'm a total beginner — can I start BJJ in Bronx?
Yes. BJJ welcomes complete beginners, and you don't need to be fit or have any experience first — the training gets you in shape. 6 Bronx 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 Bronx?
Yes — 6 Bronx 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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