Jiu Jitsu in Indiana
178 academies across 77 cities
Jiu Jitsu Scene in Indiana
Indiana's BJJ scene has evolved into a robust community with 201 academies spread across major cities like Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, and Bloomington. The state's strong wrestling culture has influenced its grappling style, creating a unique blend of technical BJJ with wrestling-based pressure. Regular tournaments in Indianapolis draw competitors from neighboring states, while the growing number of affiliate schools from major BJJ organizations has strengthened the quality of instruction.
Women's BJJ
Indiana's BJJ community actively promotes women's participation through dedicated classes and female-only training sessions at many academies, particularly in metropolitan areas.
Kids' BJJ
Youth BJJ programs are well-established throughout Indiana, with many academies offering structured curriculums that incorporate anti-bullying and character development alongside technical training.
For Beginners
Most Indiana BJJ academies offer beginner-friendly programs with structured fundamentals classes and supportive training environments ideal for new students.
Find BJJ Academies by City
Anderson
Angola
Auburn
Avon
Batesville
Beech Grove
Birdseye
Bloomington
Brazil
Brownsburg
Carmel
Cedar Lake
Chesterton
Clarksville
Columbia City
Columbus
Corydon
Crown Point
Cynthiana
Danville
Elkhart
Evansville
Fishers
Fort Branch
Fort Wayne
Fortville
Franklin
Georgetown
Goshen
Granger
Greenwood
Guilford
Hammond
Highland
Hobart
Indianapolis
Jeffersonville
Kendallville
Kokomo
La Porte
Lafayette
Lawrenceburg
Lebanon
Lowell
Madison
Marion
Martinsville
Merrillville
Michigan City
Mishawaka
Monticello
Mooresville
Muncie
Nappanee
New Albany
New Castle
Newburgh
Noblesville
North Manchester
Plainfield
Plymouth
Portage
Richmond
Rushville
Schererville
Seymour
Shelbyville
South Bend
St John
Terre Haute
Valparaiso
Vincennes
Warsaw
West Lafayette
Westville
Winfield
Zionsville
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Indiana
Indiana offers a vibrant Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu community with 178 academies across 77 cities. The BJJ scene continues to grow, with many academies offering comprehensive training programs for all skill levels.
Explore academies in popular locations like Indianapolis, Evansville and Terre Haute. Many schools offer free trial classes for new students.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Indiana's wrestling background influence BJJ training?
The state's strong wrestling tradition often translates to a more pressure-heavy, top-game focused style of BJJ, with many practitioners incorporating wrestling techniques into their grappling.
What's the tournament scene like in Indiana?
Indianapolis hosts several major tournaments throughout the year, with additional local competitions regularly organized across the state.
Are there training options outside major cities?
Yes, with 201 academies across the state, quality BJJ training is available in most mid-sized cities and many smaller communities.