25 jiu jitsu gyms are training students in Oakland 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 776 ratings). The Top 7 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 7 Jiu Jitsu Gyms in Oakland (2026)
10th Planet Oakland Jiu Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Oakland 2026 · JJA Score 95 · 5.0/5 (143 reviews) · 29 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 930 Alice St, Oakland, CA 94607, USA
Ta Danado Jiu Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Oakland 2026 · JJA Score 89 · 4.9/5 (53 reviews) · $190/mo · 32 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Competition team · 21463-B Foothill Blvd
Mixed Martial Arts BRAVO ZULU — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Oakland 2026 · JJA Score 84 · 4.8/5 (74 reviews) · $185/mo · 14 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Open mat · Competition team · 3008 MacArthur Blvd, Oakland, CA 94602, USA
Six Blades Jiu Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Oakland 2026 · JJA Score 84 · 4.8/5 (61 reviews) · 24 classes/wk · Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 1333 Grand Ave, Oakland, CA 94610, USA
ARMADA MMA — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Oakland 2026 · JJA Score 83 · 5.0/5 (43 reviews) · Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 1922 Webster St Suite C, Oakland, CA 94612, USA
Pacific Ring Sports — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Oakland 2026 · JJA Score 75 · 4.5/5 (49 reviews) · $199/mo · 5 classes/wk · Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 493 40th St, Oakland, CA 94609, USA
Bay Area Martial Arts — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Oakland 2026 · JJA Score 57 · 4.8/5 (47 reviews) · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · 3719 Grand Ave, Oakland, CA 94610, USA
All 25 Oakland BJJ gyms, ranked
Supreme Mma · 4.8/5 (30 reviews) · $199/mo · 16 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 4118 MacArthur Blvd, Oakland, CA 94619, USA
Dominat10n Jiu Jitsu · 5.0/5 (20 reviews) · $175/mo · 21 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 4299 Piedmont Ave A, Oakland, CA 94611, USA
Alere Jiu Jitsu Academy · 4.5/5 (34 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 3300 E Castro Valley Blvd # A
Sultada Jiujitsu · 5.0/5 (5 reviews) · $140/mo · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 19 Orinda Way suite m
Lycan Jiu Jitsu and Self Defense · 5.0/5 (10 reviews) · 12 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 2905 Shattuck Ave.
Charles Gracie Jiu-Jitsu - San Bruno · 5.0/5 (4 reviews) · 20 classes/wk · Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 851 Cherry Ave Suite 17
925 Jiu Jitsu · 5.0/5 (17 reviews) · Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 4960 Pacheco Blvd Suite A
Kids jiu-jitsu in Oakland, CA: 20 academies teach children's BJJ, including 11 with a 3-6 little-kids program and 16 with teen classes. Expect around $152/mo for youth. Start with a free trial and watch a class before you commit.
Across Oakland gyms that publish youth pricing, kids jiu-jitsu averages about $152 a month. Most run a free trial class first.
What age can kids start jiu-jitsu in Oakland?
11 Oakland gyms take kids as young as 3-4 in a little-kids program. Most Oakland academies start structured kids classes around age 5-6 and split by age and size from there.
BJJ for women in Oakland, CA
Women's jiu-jitsu in Oakland, CA: 6 academies run women's classes or women's-only sessions. Drop in on a trial and meet the coaches before you sign anything.
6 Oakland 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.
Try jiu-jitsu in Oakland, CA (free trials)
BJJ for beginners in Oakland, CA: 17 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.
12 Oakland gyms list no-gi on the schedule. No-gi nights vary, so confirm the timetable with the gym before you head in.
Oakland's BJJ scene at a glance
Oakland has 25 jiu jitsu gyms operating right now, 11 of which our team has verified directly. Their average Google rating is 4.9/5, pulled from 776 total ratings across 24 reviewed academies. Membership averages $182/mo and drop-ins about $32 across the 10 gyms that publish pricing. 5 gyms run a public open mat; 20 are members-only. Most reviewed: 10th Planet Oakland Jiu Jitsu (143 Google reviews).
How we rank Oakland 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 Oakland Jiu Jitsu ranks #1 in Oakland for 2026 (5.0 stars across 143 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 Oakland?
Across the 10 Oakland gyms that publish pricing, membership averages $182 a month and drop-ins about $32. 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 Oakland, CA?
25 gyms listed. 11 are verified by our team.
Are there beginner BJJ classes in Oakland?
Yes. Most Oakland 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 Oakland?
Most Oakland 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 Oakland?
Yes. Most Oakland 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 Oakland?