14 jiu jitsu gyms are training students in Bakersfield right now, ranked by the JJA Score — our blend of real Google reviews, class offerings, competition pedigree, and trust (currently averaging 4.8/5 across 618 ratings). The Top 5 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 5 Jiu Jitsu Gyms in Bakersfield (2026)
Gracie Barra Bakersfield — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Bakersfield 2026 · JJA Score 93 · 5.0/5 (142 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Competition team · 7 Oakdale Rd
Eric Nolan's Xtreme Training Center — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Bakersfield 2026 · JJA Score 83 · 4.6/5 (63 reviews) · 17 classes/wk · Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 5101 White Ln #D, Bakersfield, CA 93309, USA
South Valley Brazilian Jiu Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Bakersfield 2026 · JJA Score 64 · 4.9/5 (45 reviews) · 14 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · 6403 7 Seas Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93308, USA
Beyond Martial Arts — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Bakersfield 2026 · JJA Score 59 · 4.9/5 (69 reviews) · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · 8740 Harris Rd Suite 302, Bakersfield, CA 93311, USA
Latif Kadri PHD BJJ · 5.0/5 (28 reviews) · $99/mo · 20 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 900 24th St unit 113, Bakersfield, CA 93301, USA
Bakersfield Brazilian Jiu · 4.8/5 (31 reviews) · 35 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 4308 Resnik Ct, Bakersfield, CA 93313, USA
Trujitsu Bakersfield Brazilian Jiu Jitsu/mattbakerbjj · 4.8/5 (32 reviews) · 28 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 3714 Coffee Rd, Bakersfield, CA 93308, USA
Camarillo JiuJitsu · 4.9/5 (39 reviews) · 21 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 811 19th St, Bakersfield, CA 93301, USA
The Collaborative American Jiu Jitsu · 5.0/5 (22 reviews) · $159/mo · 10 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 1723 Elzworth St #2, Bakersfield, CA 93312, USA
The Chute MMA · 4.5/5 (23 reviews) · 35 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 4641 District Blvd, Bakersfield, CA 93313, USA
White Tiger Muay Thai And Fitness Center LLC · 4.7/5 (26 reviews) · 15 classes/wk · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Competition team · 1530 19th St, Bakersfield, CA 93301, USA
Rio Bravo Jiu-Jitsu Club · 5.0/5 (15 reviews) · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · 6700 Niles St Suite 120, Bakersfield, CA 93306, USA
Defcon Jiu Jitsu · 4.9/5 (20 reviews) · 8 classes/wk · Gi · Kids classes · Members only · 5610 District Blvd #106, Bakersfield, CA 93313, USA
Kids jiu-jitsu gyms in Bakersfield, CA
Kids jiu-jitsu in Bakersfield, CA: 13 academies teach children's BJJ, including 6 with a 3-6 little-kids program and 11 with teen classes. Expect around $105/mo for youth. Start with a free trial and watch a class before you commit.
Across Bakersfield gyms that publish youth pricing, kids jiu-jitsu averages about $105 a month. Most run a free trial class first.
What age can kids start jiu-jitsu in Bakersfield?
6 Bakersfield gyms take kids as young as 3-4 in a little-kids program. Most Bakersfield academies start structured kids classes around age 5-6 and split by age and size from there.
Women's jiu-jitsu in Bakersfield, CA
Women's jiu-jitsu in Bakersfield, CA: 9 academies run women's classes or women's-only sessions. Drop in on a trial and meet the coaches before you sign anything.
Are there women's-only BJJ classes in Bakersfield?
9 Bakersfield 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.
Beginner jiu-jitsu classes in Bakersfield, CA
BJJ for beginners in Bakersfield, CA: 9 academies have a free intro or trial class. Best move is to book one, watch a fundamentals session, and feel the room before you join.
9 Bakersfield gyms offer a free trial. Look for "fundamentals" or "all levels" on the schedule, wear gym clothes, and just show up to your booked trial.
No-gi BJJ classes in Bakersfield, CA
No-gi BJJ in Bakersfield, CA: 8 academies train no-gi. Bring shorts and a rashguard, book a trial, and see how the room rolls.
8 Bakersfield gyms list no-gi on the schedule. No-gi nights vary, so confirm the timetable with the gym before you head in.
Bakersfield's BJJ scene at a glance
Bakersfield has 14 jiu jitsu gyms operating right now, 10 of which our team has verified directly. Their average Google rating is 4.8/5, pulled from 618 total ratings across 14 reviewed academies. Membership averages $129/mo across the 2 gyms that publish pricing. 1 gym runs a public open mat; 13 are members-only. Most reviewed: Gracie Barra Bakersfield (142 Google reviews).
How we rank Bakersfield 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 Bakersfield ranks #1 in Bakersfield for 2026 (5.0 stars across 142 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 Bakersfield?
Across the 2 Bakersfield gyms that publish pricing, membership averages $129 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 Bakersfield, CA?
14 gyms listed. 10 are verified by our team.
Are there beginner BJJ classes in Bakersfield?
Yes. Most Bakersfield 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 Bakersfield?
Most Bakersfield 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 Bakersfield?
Yes. Most Bakersfield 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 Bakersfield?