Gyms, jiu-jitsu and boxing in Glendale. Free first classes, and a city gym for $82 a year.
Short answer: Glendale will let you try jiu-jitsu for free in two different places, and the city runs a weight room for $82 a year. Legacy Glendale and KD MMA each advertise a free first or trial class. The City’s Adult Recreation Center sells exercise-room membership at $82 a year on top of a $25 Activity Card, and the YMCA of Glendale lists 60-plus cardio machines, free weights and power racks.
Most gyms here keep their prices behind a form, which is a very Glendale way to say “come in and we’ll talk.” Here is what each place says in public, so you know what you are walking into.
$0
first class at Legacy Glendale (free trial class) and KD MMA (first class free, no card on file)
$82
per year City exercise-room membership for adults at the Adult Recreation Center, plus a $25/year Activity Card
60+
cardio machines listed at the YMCA of Glendale, alongside free weights, barbells and power racks
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From each business’s own page or license record, checked November 2, 2026. Prices and hours change, so confirm before you go.
Move in Glendale compared
Place
Type
From
Try it
Good fit for
Legacy Glendale
BJJ, kickboxing
—
Free trial class
Weekday daytime training
KD MMA Glendale AcademyKD MMA
BJJ, boxing, MMA, wrestling
—
First class free, no card
Mixed striking and grappling
Crowned Boxing
Boxing fitness studio
—
—
Boxing technique plus conditioning
Jewel City CrossFit
CrossFit
—
—
Coached group workouts
YMCA of Glendale
Full gym, classes
—
—
Weights, cardio, rooftop court
Adult Recreation CenterCity of Glendale
City exercise room
$82/yr + $25/yr card
—
Low-cost machines and cardio
Gold’s Gym Glendale GalleriaGold’s Gym
Chain gym
—
—
Sauna, steam room, group classes
Crunch Fitness BurbankBurbank
Full-service gym
$72.25/mo (One Crunch)
Free one-day pass
Late-night weekday lifting
“—” means the source we checked doesn’t list it, not that the place never offers it.
Where to go
Move in Glendale
No paid placements. Each place is here for a stated reason, with the source we checked on November 2, 2026.
Legacy Glendale
BJJ
Kickboxing
Free trial class
Jiu-jitsu school with adult and kids Brazilian jiu-jitsu and kickboxing programs.
Why it’s here. A free trial class and a schedule that runs through the weekday daytime, for guys who are not on a 6 AM clock.
Price
Prices not listed; the site links to a pricing inquiry form.
Hours
Mon–Fri · 10 AM–8 PM Sat 10 AM–1 PM, Sun closed. The site’s announcements date from 2020, so call to confirm.
Boxing fitness studio that describes combining boxing technique with strength and conditioning.
Why it’s here. If you want to learn to throw a punch properly without the full fight-gym vibe, this boxing-fitness studio is in the Glendale Chamber’s member directory.
Price
Prices not published.
How
Contact the studio by phone or through its website. Hours are not listed on the Chamber of Commerce page; the Chamber lists two nearby street numbers (413 and 415), so confirm the door.
Where
413 S. Central Ave., Unit E, Glendale, CA 91204 (the Chamber listing shows both 413 and 415; confirm the door)
Community gym with a cardio center, strength and conditioning center, functional-fitness classes, yoga and Reformer Pilates studios and a rooftop court.
Why it’s here. A real weight room, with free weights, barbells, power racks and benches, plus late weekday hours.
Price
Membership prices not published on the fitness page.
Hours
Mon–Fri · 5:45 AM–10 PM Sat 6:30 AM–5:30 PM, Sun 1–5 PM (per the LA County resource listing).
How
Ask at the front desk about membership and trial options. Fitness areas are for ages 15 and up; functional-fitness classes were listed Tue 9 AM and Wed 6:30 PM.
City exercise room with weight machines, treadmills, ellipticals and seated bikes.
Why it’s here. A published price you can plan around: $107 for a year, total ($25 card + $82 membership). It is machines and cardio, not a lifting platform.
Price
Adults: $82/year exercise-room membership plus a $25/year Activity Card. Seniors 60+ pay $51/year plus a $10/year Activity Card.
Hours
Exercise room Mon–Fri · 8 AM–7:30 PM Sat 8 AM–4:30 PM, Sun 8 AM–12:30 PM.
How
Get the Activity Card first, then add the exercise-room membership.
Paraphrased from public discussions, with links. Not endorsements.
Can I try jiu-jitsu in Glendale without paying?Yes. Legacy Glendale offers a free trial class and KD MMA a free first class with no card on file. KD MMA Glendale ↗
Is there a cheap gym run by the city?The Adult Recreation Center lists an adult exercise-room membership at $82 a year on top of a $25 Activity Card. It has machines and cardio equipment. City of Glendale ↗
Where can I lift heavy in Glendale?The YMCA of Glendale lists free weights, barbells, power racks and benches in its strength center, and Gold’s Gym at the Galleria lists free weights. YMCA of Glendale ↗
Before you book
Make the first visit easy
Ask for the price before the tour
Most Glendale gyms here do not publish rates. Ask for the monthly price, the contract length and the cancellation terms in writing.
Stack your free classes
Two jiu-jitsu and MMA schools offer a free start. Try both before you sign anything with a long term.
Call to confirm hours
Some pages checked here are dated (Legacy Glendale’s announcements are from 2020). A two-minute call saves a wasted trip.
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FAQ
Where can I try jiu-jitsu for free in Glendale, CA?
Legacy Glendale offers a free trial class and KD MMA a free first class with no card on file, per their sites.
How much is the City of Glendale’s exercise room?
The Adult Recreation Center lists $82 a year for adult exercise-room membership, plus a required $25 a year Activity Card.
Does the Glendale YMCA have free weights?
Yes. Its fitness page lists free weights, barbells, dumbbells, power racks and benches, plus over 60 cardio machines. Fitness areas are for ages 15 and up.
Is there boxing in Glendale?
Crowned Boxing describes itself as a boxing fitness studio, and KD MMA Glendale Academy lists boxing and kickboxing among its programs.
Listings checked November 2, 2026. NOCTI is not affiliated with the businesses listed and receives nothing for listing them. Ratings and reviews belong to their platforms; follow the links to read them. This guide is general information, not medical advice.