23 jiu jitsu gyms are training students in Long Beach 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 1,789 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 Long Beach (2026)
Gracie University of Jiu-Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Long Beach 2026 · JJA Score 87 · 4.9/5 (696 reviews) · Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 2440 W Carson St
Fight Solutions HQ — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Long Beach 2026 · JJA Score 85 · 5.0/5 (80 reviews) · 30 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 4720 E 7th St, Long Beach, CA 90804, USA
Gracie Barra Downey — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Long Beach 2026 · JJA Score 85 · 4.8/5 (44 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 8043 2nd St UNIT 101
Six Blades JiuJitsu / JIU-JITSU CLUB SG — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Long Beach 2026 · JJA Score 83 · 4.9/5 (126 reviews) · 18 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 3916 Tweedy Blvd
The Flow Institute: Six Blades Jiu-Jitsu San Pedro — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Long Beach 2026 · JJA Score 81 · 5.0/5 (46 reviews) · Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 600 S Pacific Ave #101
Academy Jiu-Jitsu and Kickboxing HQ | Checkmat Downey — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Long Beach 2026 · JJA Score 80 · 4.7/5 (81 reviews) · 7 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 9220 Lakewood Blvd
Long Beach Jiu Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Long Beach 2026 · JJA Score 79 · 4.9/5 (53 reviews) · 14 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 162 W Park Ave
Power of One Self-Defense - Long Beach — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Long Beach 2026 · JJA Score 78 · 5.0/5 (97 reviews) · Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 3821 Long Beach Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90807, USA
Blue Collar Grappling - Jiu-Jitsu/Wrestling Academy — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Long Beach 2026 · JJA Score 75 · 5.0/5 (49 reviews) · $150/mo · Gi & No-Gi · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 1975 Long Beach Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90806, USA
Carlson Gracie Paramount - Mixed Martial Arts — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Long Beach 2026 · JJA Score 66 · 4.7/5 (45 reviews) · $160/mo · 18 classes/wk · Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · 16458 Paramount Blvd
All 23 Long Beach BJJ gyms, ranked
The Jiu-Jitsu League · 5.0/5 (154 reviews) · 5 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · 6376 Pacific Coast Hwy A, Long Beach, CA 90803, USA
Gracie Barra Long Beach · 5.0/5 (38 reviews) · 47 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 5423 E Village Rd Suite D, Long Beach, CA 90808, USA
LANSANG BRAZILIAN JIUJITSU · 5.0/5 (29 reviews) · 43 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 11463 Rosecrans Ave
Tri-City Jiu Jitsu Club · 5.0/5 (16 reviews) · $160/mo · 19 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 18179 Pioneer Blvd
Carpio Jiu Jitsu · 5.0/5 (19 reviews) · $230/mo · 29 classes/wk · Gi · Kids classes · Open mat · Competition team · 5474 Del Amo Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90808, USA
Gracie Jiu Jitsu Long Beach · 5.0/5 (34 reviews) · $275/mo · Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 1180 N Studebaker Rd suite h, Long Beach, CA 90815, USA
Oddball Jiu Jitsu · 4.6/5 (9 reviews) · 17 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 903 E Wardlow Rd
10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Long Beach · 4.9/5 (35 reviews) · No-Gi · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 1757 Pacific Ave, Long Beach, CA 90813, USA
Champion's Sol MMA · 4.8/5 (22 reviews) · $200/mo · Gi & No-Gi · Open mat · Competition team · 398 Mira Mar Ave, Long Beach, CA 90814, USA
COMPTON JIU-JITSU · 5.0/5 (20 reviews) · 16 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · 1810 E Alondra Blvd
Grounded Grit Jiu-Jitsu Studio · 5.0/5 (12 reviews) · 17 classes/wk · Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · 2137 N Bellflower Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90815, USA
Checkmat BJJ · 5.0/5 (36 reviews) · Gi · Members only · 9209 Valley View St
Kids jiu-jitsu gyms in Long Beach, CA
Looking for kids BJJ classes in Long Beach? 19 Long Beach gyms run a youth jiu-jitsu program, 14 with a little-kids (ages 3-6) track and 18 with a dedicated teens class. Kids memberships average about $170/mo. Most offer a free trial so your child can try a class first.
Across Long Beach gyms that publish youth pricing, kids jiu-jitsu averages about $170 a month. Most run a free trial class first.
What age can kids start jiu-jitsu in Long Beach?
14 Long Beach gyms take kids as young as 3-4 in a little-kids program. Most Long Beach academies start structured kids classes around age 5-6 and split by age and size from there.
Women's jiu-jitsu in Long Beach, CA
Want women's BJJ classes in Long Beach? 8 Long Beach 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.
8 Long Beach 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 Long Beach, CA
New to jiu-jitsu in Long Beach? 20 Long Beach gyms offer a free trial class so you can start with zero experience and no gear. No commitment until you've rolled.
20 Long Beach 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 Long Beach, CA
Looking for no-gi jiu-jitsu in Long Beach? 14 Long Beach gyms run a no-gi or submission-grappling track alongside gi. Most welcome drop-ins on a trial.
14 Long Beach gyms list no-gi on the schedule. No-gi nights vary, so confirm the timetable with the gym before you head in.
Jiu-jitsu in Long Beach by the numbers
Long Beach has 23 jiu jitsu gyms operating right now, 11 of which our team has verified directly. Their average Google rating is 4.9/5, pulled from 1,789 total ratings across 23 reviewed academies. Membership averages $196/mo and drop-ins about $40 across the 6 gyms that publish pricing. 5 gyms run a public open mat; 18 are members-only. Most reviewed: Gracie University of Jiu-Jitsu (696 Google reviews).
How we rank Long Beach 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 University of Jiu-Jitsu ranks #1 in Long Beach for 2026 (4.9 stars across 696 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 Long Beach?
Across the 6 Long Beach gyms that publish pricing, membership averages $196 a month and drop-ins about $40. 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 Long Beach, CA?
23 gyms listed. 11 are verified by our team.
Are there beginner BJJ classes in Long Beach?
Yes. Most Long Beach 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 Long Beach?
Most Long Beach 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 Long Beach?
Yes. Most Long Beach 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 Long Beach?