BJJ Classes in Universal City, TX
Universal City has 2 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.
10th Planet Jiu Jitsu San Antonio
4.9 ★★★★★ 103 reviews
Humble Roots Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu-San Antonio
5 ★★★★★ 24 reviews
Good to know in Universal City
1 of the 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 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu San Antonio.
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.
- 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu San Antonio ★★★★★ 4.9 (103)
- Humble Roots Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu-San Antonio ★★★★★ 5 (24)
Kids & teen BJJ in Universal City
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.
- 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu San Antonio ★★★★★ 4.9 (103)
- Humble Roots Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu-San Antonio ★★★★★ 5 (24)
BJJ in Universal City: quick answers
- How much does BJJ cost a month in Universal City?
- Most Universal City 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 Universal City gyms offer a free trial or free first class?
- None of the Universal City 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 Universal City?
- 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 Universal City 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 Universal City?
- Yes — 2 Universal City 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.