Best Jiu Jitsu Gyms in Mobile, AL (2026)

9 jiu jitsu gyms are training students in Mobile right now, ranked by the JJA Score — our blend of real Google reviews, class offerings, competition pedigree, and trust (currently averaging 4.9/5 across 360 ratings). The Top 3 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.

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Top 3 Jiu Jitsu Gyms in Mobile (2026)

1. Port City Combat Sports — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Mobile 2026 · JJA Score 83 · 4.8/5 (108 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 7335 Airport Blvd, Mobile, AL 36695, USA
2. Gulf Coast Jiu Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Mobile 2026 · JJA Score 58 · 5.0/5 (42 reviews) · Gi · Open mat · Free trial · 1175 Hillcrest Rd #2, Mobile, AL 36695, USA
3. MAX3 Martial Arts (Dawes) — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Mobile 2026 · JJA Score 57 · 5.0/5 (107 reviews) · Members only · 2410 Dawes Rd, Mobile, AL 36695, USA

All 9 Mobile BJJ gyms, ranked

4. 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Mobile · 5.0/5 (28 reviews) · $150/mo · No-Gi · Members only · Competition team · 89 N Sage Ave, Mobile, AL 36607, USA
5. Shaolin Institute · 4.9/5 (12 reviews) · Kids classes · Members only · Competition team · 704 Lakeside Dr, Mobile, AL 36693, USA
6. Inner Strength Taekwondo LLC · 4.7/5 (26 reviews) · Kids classes · Members only · 9120 Airport Blvd H, Mobile, AL 36608, USA
7. Team Hopkins Jiu Jitsu Mobile · 4.7/5 (14 reviews) · Gi · Members only · 1706 Government St, Mobile, AL 36604, USA
8. Panda BJJ & MMA at Brok Weaver Boxing & Big Jay Jiu-Jitsu · 5.0/5 (8 reviews) · Members only · 208 Saraland Blvd S
9. Gracie Humaita Mobile · 5.0/5 (15 reviews) · Members only · 5803 Old Shell Rd suite E, Mobile, AL 36608, USA

Mobile jiu-jitsu gyms, by the numbers

Mobile has 9 jiu jitsu gyms operating right now, 8 of which our team has verified directly. Their average Google rating is 4.9/5, pulled from 360 total ratings across 9 reviewed academies. Membership averages $150/mo across the 1 gym that publish pricing. 2 gyms run a public open mat; 7 are members-only. Most reviewed: Port City Combat Sports (108 Google reviews).

How we rank Mobile 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%)
• Trust & recognition — verified status, pricing transparency, free trial, brand lineage (15%)

Mobile jiu jitsu FAQs

What is the best jiu jitsu gym in Mobile?

By the JJA Score, Port City Combat Sports ranks #1 in Mobile for 2026 (4.8 stars across 108 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 Mobile?

Across the 1 Mobile gym that publish pricing, membership averages $150 a month. 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 Mobile, AL?

9 gyms listed. 8 are verified by our team.

Are there beginner BJJ classes in Mobile?

Yes. Most Mobile 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 Mobile?

Most Mobile 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 Mobile?

Yes. Most Mobile 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 Mobile?

4.9 out of 5, based on 9 rated academies.