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Bjj Academies in Boston

Review the 8 tracked locations in Boston, MA, then jump directly into search if you already know what style or schedule you want.

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Boston, Massachusetts is home to 8 BJJ academies in our directory. These academies hold an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 across 1,076 reviews. Each listing brings together programs, class schedules, location details, and community reviews so you can compare options before stepping onto the mats.

New to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu? Look for a BJJ academy offering beginner fundamentals classes, a free trial or intro week, and a weekly schedule that fits your routine. Listed options in Boston include Boston Shotokan Karate Dojo, South Boston BJJ LLC, Ultimate Self Defense & Performance Center, and Broadway Jiu-Jitsu. Visiting two or three academies before committing helps you find the coaching style, mat culture, and pricing that match your goals.

You can also browse BJJ academies in other cities in Massachusetts, including Marlborough, Canton, Framingham, Medford, and Natick. These are statewide suggestions; check each location and travel time before planning a visit. Whether you're new to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu or an experienced grappler training in Boston, Massachusetts, comparing the area's 8 listed BJJ academies on schedule, class sizes, instructor lineage, and trial offers helps you find the right fit.

Listings for Boston bring together public academy records and directory information. Details may change, so confirm schedules, programs, pricing, and contact information with each academy. Compare the BJJ academies below by the available ratings, programs, and reviews to choose where to start training.

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Bjj Academies in Boston

Academies in Boston, MA

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Boston Martial Arts Center visual
4.7 / 17 reviews
Boston, MA

Boston Martial Arts Center

161 Harvard Ave #4e

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Boston Shotokan Karate Dojo visual
5.0 / 5 reviews
Boston, MA

Boston Shotokan Karate Dojo

125 Harrison Ave

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Broadway Jiu-Jitsu visual
4.9 / 522 reviews
Boston, MA

Broadway Jiu-Jitsu

36 W Broadway

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Citadel Martial Arts visual
4.8 / 34 reviews
Boston, MA

Citadel Martial Arts

41 Winter Pl

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Gracie Barra Boston visual
4.9 / 155 reviews
Boston, MA

Gracie Barra Boston

971 Commonwealth Ave

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South Boston BJJ LLC visual
5.0 / 296 reviews
Boston, MA

South Boston BJJ LLC

107 South St Unit BB

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Ultimate Self Defense & Performance Center visual
5.0 / 7 reviews
Boston, MA

Ultimate Self Defense & Performance Center

367 E 8th St

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Viver MMA visual
4.9 / 40 reviews
Boston, MA

Viver MMA

1580 VFW Pkwy

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Frequently Asked Questions About BJJ academies in Boston

How many BJJ academies are in Boston?
Boston, Massachusetts currently lists 8 BJJ academies in our directory, with available location and contact details collected in individual profiles; confirm current schedules and information with each academy. They hold an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 across 1,076 reviews. Rather than pointing you to a single studio, we let you compare every BJJ academy in Boston, Massachusetts side by side, reviewing instructor backgrounds, program focus such as gi, no-gi, or hybrid curriculums, and typical class times, so you can shortlist a few academies before ever picking up the phone. With 8 BJJ academies listed, you can compare several options in Boston, Massachusetts. Check class times and availability directly; the listing count does not establish waitlists, class capacity, or how this area compares with other locations. Comparing multiple options up front also makes it easier to judge coaching style and mat culture before signing any long-term membership agreement.
What is the best BJJ academy in Boston?
Boston, Massachusetts is home to 8 BJJ academies, including Boston Shotokan Karate Dojo, one of the listed options in this area. They hold an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 across 1,076 reviews. There is no single "best" answer that works for everyone: someone training for competition-level no-gi grappling needs a different room than a parent looking for a kids' fundamentals class, and a nervous first-timer needs a different coaching style than an experienced blue belt shopping for a new competition team. Instead of picking a winner for you, this page lets you compare Boston Shotokan Karate Dojo against every other BJJ academy in Boston, Massachusetts on the details that actually matter, including available review counts, program offerings, price, and how close each location is to where you live or work. We recommend visiting the top two or three options that match your goals and sitting in on a class before signing any membership agreement.
How much does Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu cost in Boston?
Membership pricing at BJJ academies in Boston, Massachusetts varies by program, contract length, and weekly class count, and it is not uniformly published across all 8 BJJ academies listed here. Academies offering both gi and no-gi programs, open mat access, and competition team coaching tend to charge more than a basic fundamentals-only membership. Ask academies in Boston, Massachusetts whether they offer a free trial class or a discounted intro week, so you can try the coaching style and mat culture before committing to a monthly plan. It is worth calling or checking each academy's own website directly for current pricing, since promotional rates and family or student discounts change more often than this directory can track and are rarely listed in full here.
Can beginners start Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Boston?
Yes. Among the 8 BJJ academies listed for Boston, Massachusetts, ask which offer beginner fundamentals classes and whether they have any prerequisites. The directory does not establish that every listing runs a beginner program. They hold an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 across 1,076 reviews. A typical beginner track covers basic positions, escapes, and submissions in a controlled setting before students are paired up for live sparring, called rolling, and most academies pace that introduction over several weeks rather than throwing new students straight into full-contact rounds. If an academy offers a trial class or introductory visit, use it to judge whether a given school's coaching style, class size, and mat culture in Boston, Massachusetts feel like the right fit before signing a longer membership agreement. If you are unsure where to start, calling ahead to ask about the next beginner-only session is usually the fastest way to get a clear answer.
Bjj Academies in Boston, MA