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BJJ Classes in Galveston, TX

Galveston has 3 BJJ gyms — including 2 with a free trial, 1 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.

Island Grappling Academy

4.9 ★★★★★ 138 reviews

2008 45th St, Galveston, TX

🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site

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

Galveston BJJ

4.9 ★★★★★ 60 reviews

1719 23rd St, Galveston, TX

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

Clean, welcoming academy teaching Brazilian jujitsu training and Muay Thai.

Rilion Gracie Jiu Jitsu Galveston

5 ★★★★★ 19 reviews

2115 Broadway Avenue J, Galveston, TX

🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site

Ages 4–8

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

Good to know in Galveston

1 of the 3 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 Galveston BJJ and Rilion Gracie Jiu Jitsu Galveston.

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?

This gym is 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 Galveston

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 Galveston: quick answers

How much does BJJ cost a month in Galveston?
Most Galveston 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 Galveston gyms offer a free trial or free first class?
Yes — 2 of the 3 gyms in Galveston advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro offer, including Island Grappling Academy, Rilion Gracie Jiu Jitsu Galveston. Offers change, so confirm on the gym's site before you go.
I'm a total beginner — can I start BJJ in Galveston?
Yes. BJJ welcomes complete beginners, and you don't need to be fit or have any experience first — the training gets you in shape. 1 Galveston gym is 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 Galveston?
Yes — 3 Galveston 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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