13 jiu jitsu gyms are training students in Charleston right now, ranked by the JJA Score — our blend of real Google reviews, class offerings, competition pedigree, and trust (currently averaging 5.0/5 across 490 ratings). The Top 4 are this year's award winners; every other gym is ranked right below. Compare pricing, schedules, gi and no-gi, kids and adult classes, and book a free trial.
Charleston open mat schedule · jiu jitsu in Charleston County
Looking for kids BJJ classes in Charleston? 11 Charleston gyms run a youth jiu-jitsu program, 6 with a little-kids (ages 3-6) track and 10 with a dedicated teens class. Kids memberships average about $142/mo. Most offer a free trial so your child can try a class first.
Across Charleston gyms that publish youth pricing, kids jiu-jitsu averages about $142 a month. Most run a free trial class first.
6 Charleston gyms take kids as young as 3-4 in a little-kids program. Most Charleston academies start structured kids classes around age 5-6 and split by age and size from there.
Want women's BJJ classes in Charleston? 5 Charleston gyms offer a women's jiu-jitsu program or women's-focused training. A free trial is the fastest way to find a room that fits.
5 Charleston gyms list a women's program. Some are women's-only sessions, others are women's-focused within the regular schedule. Call ahead to confirm the format and times.
New to jiu-jitsu in Charleston? 9 Charleston gyms offer a free trial class so you can start with zero experience and no gear. No commitment until you've rolled.
9 Charleston gyms offer a free trial. Look for "fundamentals" or "all levels" on the schedule, wear gym clothes, and just show up to your booked trial.
Looking for no-gi jiu-jitsu in Charleston? 9 Charleston gyms run a no-gi or submission-grappling track alongside gi. Most welcome drop-ins on a trial.
9 Charleston gyms list no-gi on the schedule. No-gi nights vary, so confirm the timetable with the gym before you head in.
Charleston has 13 jiu jitsu gyms operating right now, 9 of which our team has verified directly. Their average Google rating is 5.0/5, pulled from 490 total ratings across 13 reviewed academies. Membership averages $130/mo and drop-ins about $23 across the 4 gyms that publish pricing. 2 gyms run a public open mat; 11 are members-only. Most reviewed: Black Label Martial Arts (102 Google reviews).
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Every gym gets one JJA Score from 0 to 100, a weighted blend of five factors. A gym needs at least 40 Google reviews to be eligible for the annual Top 10, and missing data never counts against a gym. We re-rank monthly.
By the JJA Score, Gracie Barra West Ashley Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Self Defense ranks #1 in Charleston for 2026 (5.0 stars across 53 reviews). The score blends rating, review volume, class robustness, competition, and trust — rewarding complete gyms, not just high stars.
Across the 4 Charleston gyms that publish pricing, membership averages $130 a month and drop-ins about $23. Many don't list rates publicly. Industry standard is $150-$250/mo unlimited, $20-$40 drop-in. Free trial classes are common. Book one before you sign up.
13 gyms listed. 9 are verified by our team.
Yes. Most Charleston BJJ gyms welcome beginners even without a dedicated fundamentals track. Look for "intro" or "all levels" on the schedule. Use the free trial to test the room before signing up.
Most Charleston BJJ gyms have female training partners on the regular schedule, even without a women's-only class. Many welcome new women students with a free trial. Ask the gym about their typical mix before deciding.
Yes. Most Charleston BJJ academies run kids' programs starting around age 4-5. Look for classes split by age bracket (4-7, 8-12, 13+) and a dedicated kids' coach.
5.0 out of 5, based on 13 rated academies.