BJJ Classes in Allen, TX
Allen has 5 BJJ gyms — including 3 with a free trial, 4 beginner-friendly, and 5 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.
Legacy Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 292 reviews
John Machado Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 105 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Soul Fighters Martial Arts Training Center
4.8 ★★★★★ 80 reviews
Premier Martial Arts
4.8 ★★★★★ 37 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
(CJJF) Caveirinha Jiu-Jitsu Family Academy - Texas - Allen
5 ★★★★★ 18 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Good to know in Allen
2 of the 5 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 John Machado Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Soul Fighters Martial Arts Training Center and (CJJF) Caveirinha Jiu-Jitsu Family Academy - Texas - Allen.
Looking for a women's class or a welcoming room to start in? John Machado Brazilian 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.
- John Machado Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu ★★★★★ 5 (105)
- Premier Martial Arts ★★★★★ 4.8 (37)
- (CJJF) Caveirinha Jiu-Jitsu Family Academy - Texas - Allen ★★★★★ 5 (18)
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.
- Legacy Brazilian Jiu Jitsu ★★★★★ 5 (292)
- John Machado Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu ★★★★★ 5 (105)
- Soul Fighters Martial Arts Training Center ★★★★★ 4.8 (80)
Kids & teen BJJ in Allen
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.
- Legacy Brazilian Jiu Jitsu ★★★★★ 5 (292)
- John Machado Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu ★★★★★ 5 (105)
- Soul Fighters Martial Arts Training Center ★★★★★ 4.8 (80)
BJJ in Allen: quick answers
- How much does BJJ cost a month in Allen?
- A few Allen gyms list a membership around $140/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 Allen gyms offer a free trial or free first class?
- Yes — 3 of the 5 gyms in Allen advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro offer, including John Machado Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Premier Martial Arts, (CJJF) Caveirinha Jiu-Jitsu Family Academy - Texas - Allen. Offers change, so confirm on the gym's site before you go.
- I'm a total beginner — can I start BJJ in Allen?
- Yes. BJJ welcomes complete beginners, and you don't need to be fit or have any experience first — the training gets you in shape. 4 Allen 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 Allen?
- Yes — 5 Allen gyms run kids' or youth BJJ, with some classes starting as young as age 3. Youth programs focus on confidence, discipline, and fun in a supervised setting; check each gym's schedule for age groups and times.