BJJ Classes in Cleveland, TN
Cleveland has 4 BJJ gyms — including 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.
Leviathan Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Cleveland
5 ★★★★★ 114 reviews
Apex Jiu-Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 24 reviews
Good to know in Cleveland
For a recognized affiliation or lineage (think Gracie Barra, 10th Planet, Renzo Gracie, Alliance), members point to Leviathan Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Cleveland.
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.
- Leviathan Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Cleveland ★★★★★ 5 (114)
- Apex Jiu-Jitsu ★★★★★ 5 (24)
Kids & teen BJJ in Cleveland
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.
- Leviathan Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Cleveland ★★★★★ 5 (114)
- Apex Jiu-Jitsu ★★★★★ 5 (24)
BJJ in Cleveland: quick answers
- How much does BJJ cost a month in Cleveland?
- Most Cleveland 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 Cleveland gyms offer a free trial or free first class?
- None of the Cleveland gyms list a free trial in our data, but many offer a free or discounted first class even when it isn't posted — it's always worth calling to ask.
- I'm a total beginner — can I start BJJ in Cleveland?
- 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 Cleveland 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 Cleveland?
- Yes — 2 Cleveland 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.