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BJJ Classes in Knightdale, NC

Knightdale has 2 BJJ gyms — including 1 with a free trial, 2 beginner-friendly, and 2 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 Raines Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

4.9 ★★★★★ 29 reviews

102 S First Ave, Knightdale, NC

🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site

Memberships around $20/mo

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

Gracie Barra Knightdale Jiu Jitsu and Self Defense

5 ★★★★★ 16 reviews

827 N Smithfield Rd, Knightdale, NC

BJJ gym Beginners welcome Kids & teens Competition team Affiliated expert, high-level coachingwelcoming to beginnersstrong technique & fundamentals

Good to know in Knightdale

All 2 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 Raines Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Gracie Barra Knightdale Jiu Jitsu and Self Defense.

Plan your first class

This gym offers 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 Knightdale

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 Knightdale: quick answers

How much does BJJ cost a month in Knightdale?
A few Knightdale gyms list a membership around $20/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 Knightdale gyms offer a free trial or free first class?
Yes — 1 of the 2 gyms in Knightdale advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro offer, including Team Raines Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Offers change, so confirm on the gym's site before you go.
I'm a total beginner — can I start BJJ in Knightdale?
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 Knightdale 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 Knightdale?
Yes — 2 Knightdale 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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