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BJJ Classes in Appleton, WI

Appleton has 5 BJJ gyms — including 2 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.

Resurgence MMA Appleton Kickboxing Gracie Jiu Jitsu Kids Martial Arts

5 ★★★★★ 171 reviews

1000 S Westland Dr, Appleton, WI

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

Flashback Jiu-Jitsu and Boxing Appleton

4.9 ★★★★★ 72 reviews

2310 W College Ave G, Appleton, WI

🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site

Memberships around $89/mo

BJJ gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons Competition team Affiliated expert, high-level coachingwelcoming to beginnersno-ego, friendly academy

Team FVGC: Fox Valley Grappling Club

4.9 ★★★★★ 72 reviews

945 S Nicolet Rd, Appleton, WI

Memberships around $100/mo

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

Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Appleton

4.9 ★★★★★ 53 reviews

956 W Northland Ave, Appleton, WI

🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site

Ages 3–13

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

Blue Line BJJ

5 ★★★★★ 1 reviews

, Appleton, WI

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Good to know in Appleton

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 Resurgence MMA Appleton Kickboxing Gracie Jiu Jitsu Kids Martial Arts, Flashback Jiu-Jitsu and Boxing Appleton and Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Appleton.

Looking for a women's class or a welcoming room to start in? Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Appleton 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 Appleton

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 Appleton: quick answers

How much does BJJ cost a month in Appleton?
A few Appleton gyms list a membership around $100/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 Appleton gyms offer a free trial or free first class?
Yes — 2 of the 5 gyms in Appleton advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro offer, including Flashback Jiu-Jitsu and Boxing Appleton, Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Appleton. Offers change, so confirm on the gym's site before you go.
I'm a total beginner — can I start BJJ in Appleton?
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 Appleton 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 Appleton?
Yes — 4 Appleton 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.

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