BJJ Classes in Milwaukee, WI
Milwaukee has 8 BJJ gyms — including 4 with a free trial, 6 beginner-friendly, and 7 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.
Wanderley Jiu Jitsu & MMA
5 ★★★★★ 210 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Roufusport MMA Milwaukee Mixed Martial Arts Kickboxing Muay Thai Jiu Jitsu BJJ Boxing Fitness Gym Kids Adults Ages 6+
4.6 ★★★★★ 128 reviews
Pura Vida BJJ & MMA
4.9 ★★★★★ 89 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
White Lotus Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
4.9 ★★★★★ 70 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Red Schafer Mixed Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 46 reviews
Free Form Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 40 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Good to know in Milwaukee
3 of the 8 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 Wanderley Jiu Jitsu & MMA, Roufusport MMA Milwaukee Mixed Martial Arts Kickboxing Muay Thai Jiu Jitsu BJJ Boxing Fitness Gym Kids Adults Ages 6+, Red Schafer Mixed Martial Arts and Red Tail Jiu Jitsu.
Looking for a women's class or a welcoming room to start in? Red Schafer Mixed Martial Arts 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.
- Wanderley Jiu Jitsu & MMA ★★★★★ 5 (210)
- Pura Vida BJJ & MMA ★★★★★ 4.9 (89)
- White Lotus Brazilian Jiu Jitsu ★★★★★ 4.9 (70)
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.
- Wanderley Jiu Jitsu & MMA ★★★★★ 5 (210)
- Roufusport MMA Milwaukee Mixed Martial Arts Kickboxing Muay Thai Jiu Jitsu BJJ Boxing Fitness Gym Kids Adults Ages 6+ ★★★★★ 4.6 (128)
- Pura Vida BJJ & MMA ★★★★★ 4.9 (89)
Kids & teen BJJ in Milwaukee
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.
- Wanderley Jiu Jitsu & MMA ★★★★★ 5 (210)
- Roufusport MMA Milwaukee Mixed Martial Arts Kickboxing Muay Thai Jiu Jitsu BJJ Boxing Fitness Gym Kids Adults Ages 6+ ★★★★★ 4.6 (128)
- Pura Vida BJJ & MMA ★★★★★ 4.9 (89)
BJJ in Milwaukee: quick answers
- How much does BJJ cost a month in Milwaukee?
- A few Milwaukee gyms list a membership around $15/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 Milwaukee gyms offer a free trial or free first class?
- Yes — 4 of the 8 gyms in Milwaukee advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro offer, including Wanderley Jiu Jitsu & MMA, Pura Vida BJJ & MMA, White Lotus Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Offers change, so confirm on the gym's site before you go.
- I'm a total beginner — can I start BJJ in Milwaukee?
- Yes. BJJ welcomes complete beginners, and you don't need to be fit or have any experience first — the training gets you in shape. 6 Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee?
- Yes — 7 Milwaukee 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.