Jiu Jitsu in Massachusetts
264 academies across 142 cities
Jiu Jitsu Scene in Massachusetts
Massachusetts boasts a thriving BJJ community with 299 academies concentrated in the Greater Boston area and along Route 128. The scene combines traditional martial arts values with modern competition focus, featuring regular IBJJF tournaments and local events. Strong ties to collegiate wrestling programs and proximity to major East Coast BJJ hubs have shaped a technical-focused training environment.
Women's BJJ
Massachusetts offers a welcoming environment for women in BJJ, with many gyms providing women-only classes and female-led instruction programs.
Kids' BJJ
The state's BJJ programs for kids are well-developed, with strong youth competition teams and after-school programs, particularly in suburban areas.
For Beginners
New students find Massachusetts BJJ gyms particularly accessible, with most academies offering structured fundamentals programs and flexible training schedules.
Find BJJ Academies by City
Abington
Acton
Agawam
Amherst
Andover
Arlington
Ashland
Assonet
Attleboro
Attleborough Falls
Bedford
Belchertown
Bellingham
Belmont
Berkley
Beverly
Boston
Bridgewater
Brighton
Brockton
Burlington
Cambridge
Canton
Charlton
Chelmsford
Chelsea
Clinton
Danvers
Dedham
Dorchester Center
East Bridgewater
East Wareham
Easthampton
Fairhaven
Fall River
Falmouth
Feeding Hills
Fitchburg
Framingham
Franklin
Gardner
Gloucester
Great Barrington
Greenfield
Hampden
Hanover
Haverhill
Hingham
Holliston
Holyoke
Hudson
Hyannis
Hyde Park
Ipswich
Jamaica Plain
Kingston
Lakeville
Lenox
Leominster
Lowell
Ludlow
Lynn
Lynnfield
Mansfield
Marblehead
Marlborough
Medfield
Medford
Melrose
Methuen
Middleborough
Milford
Millbury
Millis
Nantucket
Natick
Needham
New Bedford
Newton
Newton Centre
North Andover
North Attleborough
North Billerica
North Chelmsford
North Dartmouth
North Reading
Northampton
Northborough
Norton
Norwell
Norwood
Orleans
Peabody
Pembroke
Pittsfield
Plainville
Plymouth
Quincy
Randolph
Raynham
Revere
Rockland
Roslindale
Rowley
Salem
Salisbury
Sandwich
Saugus
Scituate
Somerset
Somerville
Southbridge
Springfield
Sterling
Stoneham
Stoughton
Stow
Sturbridge
Swampscott
Taunton
Tewksbury
Tyngsborough
Waban
Wakefield
Walpole
Waltham
Watertown
Webster
Wellesley
West Boylston
West Bridgewater
West Roxbury
West Springfield
Westborough
Westfield
Westford
Westwood
Weymouth
Whitman
Williamstown
Woburn
Worcester
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Massachusetts
Massachusetts offers a vibrant Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu community with 264 academies across 142 cities. The BJJ scene continues to grow, with many academies offering comprehensive training programs for all skill levels.
Explore academies in popular locations like Boston, Marlborough and Woburn. Many schools offer free trial classes for new students.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do BJJ classes typically cost in Massachusetts?
Monthly memberships range from $150-250, with prices higher in Boston and lower in suburban areas.
Are there many competition opportunities in Massachusetts?
Yes, the state hosts regular IBJJF events and local tournaments, particularly in Boston and surrounding areas.
What's the best area in Massachusetts for BJJ training?
The Greater Boston area and Route 128 corridor offer the highest concentration of quality BJJ schools.