BJJ Classes in Arlington, VA
Arlington has 4 BJJ gyms — including 4 with a free trial, 4 beginner-friendly, and 4 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.
Pentagon Mixed Martial Arts - Muay Thai & BJJ - Youth Center
4.9 ★★★★★ 280 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Kogaion Academy Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Judo
5 ★★★★★ 141 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Original Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Mixed Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 128 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Leo Dalla Brazilian Jiu jitsu
4.5 ★★★★★ 13 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Good to know in Arlington
1 of the 4 gyms with posted hours are open on Sundays.
Looking for a women's class or a welcoming room to start in? Leo Dalla 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.
- Pentagon Mixed Martial Arts - Muay Thai & BJJ - Youth Center ★★★★★ 4.9 (280)
- Kogaion Academy Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Judo ★★★★★ 5 (141)
- Original Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Mixed Martial Arts ★★★★★ 5 (128)
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.
- Pentagon Mixed Martial Arts - Muay Thai & BJJ - Youth Center ★★★★★ 4.9 (280)
- Kogaion Academy Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Judo ★★★★★ 5 (141)
- Original Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Mixed Martial Arts ★★★★★ 5 (128)
Kids & teen BJJ in Arlington
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.
- Pentagon Mixed Martial Arts - Muay Thai & BJJ - Youth Center ★★★★★ 4.9 (280)
- Kogaion Academy Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Judo ★★★★★ 5 (141)
- Original Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Mixed Martial Arts ★★★★★ 5 (128)
BJJ in Arlington: quick answers
- How much does BJJ cost a month in Arlington?
- Most Arlington 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 Arlington gyms offer a free trial or free first class?
- Yes — 4 of the 4 gyms in Arlington advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro offer, including Pentagon Mixed Martial Arts - Muay Thai & BJJ - Youth Center, Kogaion Academy Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Judo, Original Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Mixed Martial Arts. Offers change, so confirm on the gym's site before you go.
- I'm a total beginner — can I start BJJ in Arlington?
- 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 Arlington 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 Arlington?
- Yes — 4 Arlington gyms run kids' or youth BJJ, with some classes starting as young as age 5. Youth programs focus on confidence, discipline, and fun in a supervised setting; check each gym's schedule for age groups and times.