31 jiu jitsu gyms are training students in San Diego 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 5,159 ratings). The Top 10 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.
Top 10 Jiu Jitsu Gyms in San Diego (2026)
Legion American Jiu Jitsu San Diego - HQ — Top 10 BJJ Gym in San Diego 2026 · JJA Score 92 · 5.0/5 (1883 reviews) · 41 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 7550 Miramar Rd #330, San Diego, CA 92126, USA
Gallegos jiu jitsu HQ — Top 10 BJJ Gym in San Diego 2026 · JJA Score 90 · 5.0/5 (97 reviews) · $249/mo · 34 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 821 Kuhn Dr Suite #110, Chula Vista, CA 91914, USA
THE ARENA | The Boxing, Jiu Jitsu, MMA & Muay Thai Gym in San Diego — Top 10 BJJ Gym in San Diego 2026 · JJA Score 89 · 4.8/5 (1285 reviews) · 34 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Women's classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 3350 Sports Arena Blvd, San Diego, CA 92110, USA
Alliance Jiu Jitsu San Diego — Top 10 BJJ Gym in San Diego 2026 · JJA Score 87 · 5.0/5 (108 reviews) · 91 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 8990 Miramar Rd Ste 225, San Diego, CA 92126, USA
Barum Jiu-Jitsu San Diego — Top 10 BJJ Gym in San Diego 2026 · JJA Score 87 · 5.0/5 (49 reviews) · 26 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 4060 Morena Blvd, San Diego, CA 92117, USA
Gracie South Bay Jiu Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in San Diego 2026 · JJA Score 86 · 5.0/5 (50 reviews) · 43 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 340 W 26th St suite g/h, National City, CA 91950, USA
Victory MMA & Fitness | Midway — Top 10 BJJ Gym in San Diego 2026 · JJA Score 83 · 4.6/5 (233 reviews) · 100 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 3666 Midway Dr
North Park Jiu Jitsu Academy — Top 10 BJJ Gym in San Diego 2026 · JJA Score 83 · 4.9/5 (188 reviews) · 13 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 4009 30th St, San Diego, CA 92104, USA
Legacy Brazilian Jiu Jitsu- San Diego — Top 10 BJJ Gym in San Diego 2026 · JJA Score 82 · 5.0/5 (50 reviews) · 30 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 2176 Chatsworth Blvd, San Diego, CA 92107, USA
Rasai Jiu Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in San Diego 2026 · JJA Score 80 · 5.0/5 (53 reviews) · 22 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 7343 Ronson Rd # P, San Diego, CA 92111, USA
All 31 San Diego BJJ gyms, ranked
10th Planet San Diego Jiu Jitsu and Training Center · 4.7/5 (99 reviews) · 2 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 6008 Mission Gorge Rd, San Diego, CA 92120, USA
Six Blades Jiu-Jitsu Pacific Beach · 5.0/5 (112 reviews) · Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 969 Garnet Ave, San Diego, CA 92109, USA
Grappling Dynamics Jiu Jitsu · 5.0/5 (107 reviews) · 34 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Open mat · Free trial · 3061-B Clairemont Dr, San Diego, CA 92117, USA
Soca Brazilian Jiu Jitsu San Diego - Rancho Bernardo · 5.0/5 (94 reviews) · 20 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · 16558 Bernardo Center Dr, San Diego, CA 92128, USA
KAINGA Jiu Jitsu Chula Vista · 5.0/5 (42 reviews) · 25 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Open mat · Free trial · 2295 Main St, San Diego, CA 92154, USA
99 Jiu-Jitsu HQ · 4.9/5 (75 reviews) · $190/mo · 29 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Open mat · Free trial · 4425 Convoy St #210
Arashi Brazilian Jiu Jitsu · 5.0/5 (44 reviews) · $125/mo · 13 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Open mat · 1465 30th St Suite D, San Diego, CA 92154, USA
Atos Jiu Jitsu HQ · 4.9/5 (204 reviews) · $250/mo · Gi & No-Gi · Members only · 4810 Mercury St, San Diego, CA 92111, USA
Five Peaks Jiu Jitsu · 5.0/5 (46 reviews) · Gi · Members only · Free trial · 10615 Tierrasanta Blvd i, San Diego, CA 92124, USA
1802 Jiu-Jitsu · 5.0/5 (31 reviews) · 28 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 17150 Via Del Campo suite 306, San Diego, CA 92127, USA
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Fabio Santos · 5.0/5 (26 reviews) · 17 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Open mat · Competition team · 4616 Mission Gorge Pl, San Diego, CA 92120, USA
Premier Fight and Fitness South Bay · 5.0/5 (12 reviews) · $129/mo · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Competition team · 2370 Reo Dr, San Diego, CA 92139, USA
Lebre Jiu Jitsu · 5.0/5 (38 reviews) · Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 4140 Morena Blvd, San Diego, CA 92117, USA
Sagrado Jiu Jitsu · 5.0/5 (2 reviews) · Members only · inside Nexus Physical Therapy, 3191 Sports Arena Blvd B, San Diego, CA 92110, USA
Kids jiu-jitsu gyms in San Diego, CA
Kids jiu-jitsu in San Diego, CA: 23 academies teach children's BJJ, including 17 with a 3-6 little-kids program and 20 with teen classes. Expect around $125/mo for youth. Start with a free trial and watch a class before you commit.
Across San Diego gyms that publish youth pricing, kids jiu-jitsu averages about $125 a month. Most run a free trial class first.
What age can kids start jiu-jitsu in San Diego?
17 San Diego gyms take kids as young as 3-4 in a little-kids program. Most San Diego academies start structured kids classes around age 5-6 and split by age and size from there.
Women's jiu-jitsu in San Diego, CA
Women's jiu-jitsu in San Diego, CA: 13 academies run women's classes or women's-only sessions. Drop in on a trial and meet the coaches before you sign anything.
13 San Diego 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.
Beginner jiu-jitsu classes in San Diego, CA
BJJ for beginners in San Diego, CA: 21 academies have a free intro or trial class. Best move is to book one, watch a fundamentals session, and feel the room before you join.
21 San Diego 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.
No-gi BJJ classes in San Diego, CA
No-gi BJJ in San Diego, CA: 22 academies train no-gi. Bring shorts and a rashguard, book a trial, and see how the room rolls.
22 San Diego gyms list no-gi on the schedule. No-gi nights vary, so confirm the timetable with the gym before you head in.
San Diego's BJJ scene at a glance
San Diego has 31 jiu jitsu gyms operating right now, 15 of which our team has verified directly. Their average Google rating is 5.0/5, pulled from 5,159 total ratings across 31 reviewed academies. Membership averages $189/mo and drop-ins about $44 across the 6 gyms that publish pricing. 12 gyms run a public open mat; 19 are members-only. Most reviewed: Legion American Jiu Jitsu San Diego - HQ (1,883 Google reviews).
How we rank San Diego gyms — the JJA Score
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.
Overall sentiment — Google star rating (30%)
Popularity — review volume, log-scaled (20%)
Class robustness — gi, no-gi, kids, women's, competition + classes per week (20%)
Competition pedigree — competition team or comp program (15%)
By the JJA Score, Legion American Jiu Jitsu San Diego - HQ ranks #1 in San Diego for 2026 (5.0 stars across 1,883 reviews). The score blends rating, review volume, class robustness, competition, and trust — rewarding complete gyms, not just high stars.
How much does jiu jitsu cost in San Diego?
Across the 6 San Diego gyms that publish pricing, membership averages $189 a month and drop-ins about $44. 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.
How many jiu jitsu gyms are in San Diego, CA?
31 gyms listed. 15 are verified by our team.
Are there beginner BJJ classes in San Diego?
Yes. Most San Diego 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.
Are there women's jiu jitsu classes in San Diego?
Most San Diego 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.
Are there kids jiu jitsu classes in San Diego?
Yes. Most San Diego 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.
What's the average Google rating of BJJ gyms in San Diego?