Best Jiu Jitsu Gyms in Anchorage, AK (2026)

8 jiu jitsu gyms are training students in Anchorage 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 325 ratings). The Top 2 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 2 Jiu Jitsu Gyms in Anchorage (2026)

1. Anchorage Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Anchorage 2026 · JJA Score 84 · 5.0/5 (151 reviews) · $165/mo · Gi & No-Gi · Members only · Competition team · 113 W Northern Lights Blvd, Anchorage, AK 99503, USA
2. Legacy Jiu Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Anchorage 2026 · JJA Score 53 · 4.7/5 (42 reviews) · Gi · Members only · 501 W International Airport Rd, Anchorage, AK 99518, USA

All 8 Anchorage BJJ gyms, ranked

3. Champ Martial Arts · 5.0/5 (37 reviews) · Members only · Competition team · 2610 Arctic Blvd, Anchorage, AK 99503, USA
4. Southside Jiu-Jitsu Academy · 5.0/5 (14 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Open mat · 801 E 82nd Ave Ste. C-10, Anchorage, AK 99518, USA
5. Crazy Monkey Alaska · 5.0/5 (22 reviews) · Gi · Open mat · 600 W International Airport Rd 2nd floor, Anchorage, AK 99518, USA
6. Anchorage Grappling Academy · 5.0/5 (19 reviews) · Members only · 1300 E 68th Ave Unit 109, Anchorage, AK 99518, USA
7. Krav Maga Anchorage · 4.7/5 (27 reviews) · Members only · 401 W International Airport Rd #1, Anchorage, AK 99518, USA
8. Geronimo Gym · 4.8/5 (13 reviews) · Members only · 804 Warehouse St, Anchorage, AK 99505, USA

Anchorage jiu-jitsu gyms, by the numbers

Anchorage has 8 jiu jitsu gyms operating right now, 5 of which our team has verified directly. Their average Google rating is 4.9/5, pulled from 325 total ratings across 8 reviewed academies. Membership averages $165/mo across the 1 gym that publish pricing. 2 gyms run a public open mat; 6 are members-only. Most reviewed: Anchorage Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (151 Google reviews).

How we rank Anchorage 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%)

Anchorage jiu jitsu FAQs

What is the best jiu jitsu gym in Anchorage?

By the JJA Score, Anchorage Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu ranks #1 in Anchorage for 2026 (5.0 stars across 151 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 Anchorage?

Across the 1 Anchorage gym that publish pricing, membership averages $165 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 Anchorage, AK?

8 gyms listed. 5 are verified by our team.

Are there beginner BJJ classes in Anchorage?

Yes. Most Anchorage 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 Anchorage?

Most Anchorage 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 Anchorage?

Yes. Most Anchorage 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 Anchorage?

4.9 out of 5, based on 8 rated academies.