40 jiu jitsu gyms are training students in Phoenix 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 2,915 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.
Gracie Barra North Phoenix Brazilian Jiu Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Phoenix 2026 · JJA Score 93 · 4.9/5 (113 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 3030 W Deer Valley Rd
Satori Brazilian Jiu Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Phoenix 2026 · JJA Score 90 · 5.0/5 (77 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 3527 W Thunderbird Rd
Gracie Barra Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Self Defense - Avondale — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Phoenix 2026 · JJA Score 90 · 4.9/5 (121 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 3145 N Dysart Rd #C103
CHECKMAT Jiu-Jitsu By Mayko & Karen — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Phoenix 2026 · JJA Score 90 · 5.0/5 (92 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 3133 E Greenway Rd Suite 503
Gracie Arizona Jiu Jitsu Academy — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Phoenix 2026 · JJA Score 83 · 4.7/5 (94 reviews) · $125/mo · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 4015 N 16th St, Phoenix, AZ 85016, USA
12th Street Jiu-Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Phoenix 2026 · JJA Score 83 · 5.0/5 (91 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 1107 E Bell Rd UNIT 8, Phoenix, AZ 85022, USA
South Mountain Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Self Defense — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Phoenix 2026 · JJA Score 81 · 5.0/5 (106 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Competition team · 3636 W Southern Ave #150c, Phoenix, AZ 85041, USA
Forte Jiu Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Phoenix 2026 · JJA Score 80 · 5.0/5 (107 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 3055 W Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85017, USA
10th Planet Goodyear — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Phoenix 2026 · JJA Score 80 · 5.0/5 (64 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Open mat · Competition team · 425 W Western Ave Suite G
All 40 Phoenix BJJ gyms, ranked
Gracie Barra Anthem · 5.0/5 (30 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 4250 W Anthem Way #735
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Anthem · 5.0/5 (35 reviews) · Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 3655 W Anthem Way suite B-149
Souza Grappling Co. · 5.0/5 (27 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 7509 E Cave Creek Rd Unit 105
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Phoenix · 5.0/5 (20 reviews) · Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 3607 E Bell Rd Suite 8
Element Jiu Jitsu · 5.0/5 (15 reviews) · $150/mo · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 455 N 3rd St ste 1140, Phoenix, AZ 85004, USA
Legion MMA · 4.9/5 (85 reviews) · Gi · Kids classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 1725 W Williams Dr #44
Ares PV BJJ · 5.0/5 (42 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Open mat · Competition team · 4030 E Thunderbird Rd suite H, Phoenix, AZ 85032, USA
Ares BJJ Phoenix · 5.0/5 (1 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 2737 W Thunderbird Rd Suite 111
Fuerza Brazilian Jiu Jitsu · 5.0/5 (3 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 6740 W Deer Valley Rd Suite D-108
Linsacum Training Wrestling Jiujitsu · 5.0/5 (45 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Open mat · Free trial · 1855 W Greenway Rd ste 109
Hardrock Jiu-Jitsu · 5.0/5 (9 reviews) · Gi · Members only · Competition team · 520 W Union Hills Dr Suite 106
The MMA LAB · 4.9/5 (338 reviews) · Members only · 2710 W Bell Rd #1150, Phoenix, AZ 85053, USA
One Love Grappling Arts · 4.9/5 (146 reviews) · Members only · 3202 E Greenway Rd #1319, Phoenix, AZ 85032, USA
Gracie Jiu Jitsu North Phoenix · 5.0/5 (122 reviews) · Members only · 747 W Pinnacle Peak Rd Ste A-101, Phoenix, AZ 85027, USA
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Phoenix · 5.0/5 (99 reviews) · Members only · 13637 N Tatum Blvd #18, Phoenix, AZ 85032, USA
Exodus Jiu-Jitsu · 4.9/5 (60 reviews) · Members only · 3045 Agua Fria Fwy, Phoenix, AZ 85027, USA
Ares BJJ Phoenix · 5.0/5 (44 reviews) · Members only · 10402 N 19th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85021, USA
Kids jiu-jitsu gyms in Phoenix, AZ
Looking for kids BJJ classes in Phoenix? 24 Phoenix gyms run a youth jiu-jitsu program, 10 with a little-kids (ages 3-6) track and 8 with a dedicated teens class. Most offer a free trial so your child can try a class first.
Most Phoenix gyms don't post kids pricing publicly. Youth BJJ typically runs $100-$180/mo. Nearly all offer a free trial.
What age can kids start jiu-jitsu in Phoenix?
10 Phoenix gyms take kids as young as 3-4 in a little-kids program. Most Phoenix academies start structured kids classes around age 5-6 and split by age and size from there.
Women's jiu-jitsu in Phoenix, AZ
Want women's BJJ classes in Phoenix? 11 Phoenix gyms offer a women's jiu-jitsu program or women's-focused training. A free trial is the fastest way to find a room that fits.
11 Phoenix 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.
BJJ for beginners in Phoenix, AZ
New to jiu-jitsu in Phoenix? 21 Phoenix gyms offer a free trial class so you can start with zero experience and no gear. No commitment until you've rolled.
Phoenix has 40 jiu jitsu gyms operating right now, 28 of which our team has verified directly. Their average Google rating is 5.0/5, pulled from 2,915 total ratings across 39 reviewed academies. Membership averages $132/mo and drop-ins about $25 across the 3 gyms that publish pricing. 18 gyms run a public open mat; 22 are members-only. Most reviewed: The MMA LAB (338 Google reviews).
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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, Gracie Barra North Phoenix Brazilian Jiu Jitsu ranks #1 in Phoenix for 2026 (4.9 stars across 113 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 Phoenix?
Across the 3 Phoenix gyms that publish pricing, membership averages $132 a month and drop-ins about $25. 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 Phoenix, AZ?
40 gyms listed. 28 are verified by our team.
Are there beginner BJJ classes in Phoenix?
Yes. Most Phoenix 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 Phoenix?
Most Phoenix 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 Phoenix?
Yes. Most Phoenix 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 Phoenix?