19 jiu jitsu gyms are training students in Tucson 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 1,423 ratings). The Top 8 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.
Carlson Gracie Tucson — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Tucson 2026 · JJA Score 56 · 5.0/5 (127 reviews) · Members only · 8822 E Broadway Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85710, USA
Sonoran Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Tucson 2026 · JJA Score 54 · 5.0/5 (206 reviews) · Members only · 4410 E Grant Rd, Tucson, AZ 85712, USA
Alliance Jiu Jitsu Tucson — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Tucson 2026 · JJA Score 54 · 4.8/5 (103 reviews) · Members only · 4450 S Houghton Rd, Tucson, AZ 85730, USA
Mako Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Kickboxing — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Tucson 2026 · JJA Score 52 · 4.9/5 (167 reviews) · Members only · 7788 E Speedway Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85710, USA
The Eyrie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Tucson 2026 · JJA Score 51 · 4.9/5 (120 reviews) · Members only · 918 W Irvington Rd, Tucson, AZ 85714, USA
Tucson has 19 jiu jitsu gyms operating right now. Their average Google rating is 4.9/5, pulled from 1,423 total ratings across 19 reviewed academies. Most reviewed: Sonoran Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy (206 Google reviews).
How we rank Tucson 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, Gracie Barra Tucson Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Self-Defense ranks #1 in Tucson for 2026 (4.9 stars across 163 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 Tucson?
Most Tucson 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 Tucson, AZ?
19 gyms listed.
Are there beginner BJJ classes in Tucson?
Yes. Most Tucson 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 Tucson?
Most Tucson 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 Tucson?
Yes. Most Tucson 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 Tucson?