15 jiu jitsu gyms are training students in Mesa 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 928 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 Mesa (2026)
10th Planet Jiu Jitsu - Phoenix — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Mesa 2026 · JJA Score 53 · 4.9/5 (71 reviews) · Members only · 50 N Stapley Dr, Mesa, AZ 85203, USA
Ares East Mesa BJJ Academy — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Mesa 2026 · JJA Score 53 · 4.9/5 (182 reviews) · Members only · 9245 E Guadalupe Rd Suite 105, Mesa, AZ 85212, USA
Ares Arizona Brazilian Jiu Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Mesa 2026 · JJA Score 51 · 4.9/5 (93 reviews) · Members only · 1660 S Alma School Rd #118, Mesa, AZ 85210, USA
Farias Jiu-Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Mesa 2026 · JJA Score 50 · 4.9/5 (74 reviews) · Members only · 5257 E Brown Rd, Mesa, AZ 85205, USA
Gracie Jiu Jitsu Mesa — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Mesa 2026 · JJA Score 49 · 5.0/5 (58 reviews) · Members only · 1933 E University Dr Suite 3 & 5, Mesa, AZ 85203, USA
Maracaba BJJ — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Mesa 2026 · JJA Score 49 · 4.9/5 (65 reviews) · Members only · 2235 S Power Rd #109, Mesa, AZ 85209, USA
White 2 Black Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu | Mesa AZ — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Mesa 2026 · JJA Score 48 · 5.0/5 (45 reviews) · Members only · 745 W Baseline Rd suite 12, Mesa, AZ 85210, USA
Flow MMA Academy — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Mesa 2026 · JJA Score 48 · 5.0/5 (44 reviews) · Members only · 2121 W Guadalupe Rd Suite 3 & 4, Mesa, AZ 85202, USA
Sharkside Jiu-Jitsu · 5.0/5 (5 reviews) · Members only · 1529 S Clearview Ave Suite 107, Mesa, AZ 85209, USA
Mesa jiu-jitsu gyms, by the numbers
Mesa has 15 jiu jitsu gyms operating right now. Their average Google rating is 4.9/5, pulled from 928 total ratings across 15 reviewed academies. Most reviewed: Ares East Mesa BJJ Academy (182 Google reviews).
How we rank Mesa 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, 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu - Phoenix ranks #1 in Mesa for 2026 (4.9 stars across 71 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 Mesa?
Most Mesa BJJ gyms don't publish pricing. Industry standard runs $150-$250 a month for unlimited training, $20-$40 for drop-ins. Free trial classes are common. Book one before you sign up.
How many jiu jitsu gyms are in Mesa, AZ?
15 gyms listed.
Are there beginner BJJ classes in Mesa?
Yes. Most Mesa 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 Mesa?
Most Mesa 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 Mesa?
Yes. Most Mesa 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 Mesa?