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BJJ Classes in Florence, SC

Florence has 3 BJJ gyms — including 3 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.

Swampfox Jiujitsu

5 ★★★★★ 91 reviews

1717 W Palmetto St, Florence, SC

🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site

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

Ozone Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

5 ★★★★★ 85 reviews

1735 S Irby St, Florence, SC

🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site

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

Funky Flow Fitness and Jiu Jitsu

5 ★★★★★ 46 reviews

167 N Dargan St, Florence, SC

🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site

Ages 7+

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

Good to know in Florence

2 of the 3 gyms with posted hours are open on Sundays.

Looking for a women's class or a welcoming room to start in? Funky Flow Fitness and Jiu Jitsu runs women's BJJ.

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.

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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 Florence

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 Florence: quick answers

How much does BJJ cost a month in Florence?
Most Florence 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 Florence gyms offer a free trial or free first class?
Yes — 3 of the 3 gyms in Florence advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro offer, including Swampfox Jiujitsu, Ozone Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Funky Flow Fitness and Jiu Jitsu. Offers change, so confirm on the gym's site before you go.
I'm a total beginner — can I start BJJ in Florence?
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 Florence 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 Florence?
Yes — 3 Florence gyms run kids' or youth BJJ, with some classes starting as young as age 7. 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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BJJ gyms near Florence