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How to Train BJJ if You Don’t Have Money for Gym Dues

How to Train BJJ if You Don’t Have Money for Gym Dues

From Chewjitsu

October 17, 2026

Today we've got a question from Adam, who wants to train BJJ, but not be a moocher.

Currently, because of his financial situation with his family, he does not have much money to pay for the normal membership rate that you usually find at Jiu-Jitsu gyms.

He's able to go to open mats, but he feels like a moocher since he's not paying anything. He wants to know if I have any idea how to go about the situation he's in.

Hopefully you find this video helpful Adam.

Thanks for watching.

- Chewy

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