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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

1041 S Edgewood St, Arlington, VA

🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site

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

Kogaion Academy Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Judo

5 ★★★★★ 141 reviews

2788 S Arlington Mill Dr #100, Arlington, VA

🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site

Ages 5–12

BJJ gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Competition team welcoming to beginnersno-ego, friendly academystrong technique & fundamentals

Original Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Mixed Martial Arts

5 ★★★★★ 128 reviews

4756 Langston Blvd., Arlington, VA

🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site

BJJ gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens No-gi Competition team welcoming to beginnersno-ego, friendly academystrong technique & fundamentals

Leo Dalla Brazilian Jiu jitsu

4.5 ★★★★★ 13 reviews

4238 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA

🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site

BJJ gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens No-gi Competition team expert, high-level coachingno-ego, friendly academy

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.

Free trial & intro classes, gym by gym →

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.

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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.

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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.

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