19 jiu jitsu gyms are training students in San Francisco 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 982 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.
Top 8 Jiu Jitsu Gyms in San Francisco (2026)
Ralph Gracie Jiu Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in San Francisco 2026 · JJA Score 92 · 5.0/5 (180 reviews) · 17 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 1166 Howard St, San Francisco, CA 94103, USA
ALLIANCE BJJ SF Bay — Top 10 BJJ Gym in San Francisco 2026 · JJA Score 92 · 4.9/5 (77 reviews) · $249/mo · 21 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 1625 Bush St Suite 5 (2nd floor, San Francisco, CA 94109, USA
Romulo Melo Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in San Francisco 2026 · JJA Score 89 · 5.0/5 (84 reviews) · $215/mo · 20 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 1313 Mason St, San Francisco, CA 94133, USA
Colhado Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy — Top 10 BJJ Gym in San Francisco 2026 · JJA Score 88 · 5.0/5 (55 reviews) · 23 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 603 Taraval St, San Francisco, CA 94116, USA
Magalit Brazilian Jiu Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in San Francisco 2026 · JJA Score 84 · 4.8/5 (65 reviews) · 19 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 3274 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94110, USA
Studio86 Jiu Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in San Francisco 2026 · JJA Score 83 · 5.0/5 (62 reviews) · 12 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 1204 Pacific Ave, San Francisco, CA 94109, USA
Barrios Martial Arts — Top 10 BJJ Gym in San Francisco 2026 · JJA Score 63 · 4.9/5 (41 reviews) · 23 classes/wk · Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · 1756 18th St, San Francisco, CA 94107, USA
Empire Jiu Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in San Francisco 2026 · JJA Score 58 · 5.0/5 (89 reviews) · Gi · Kids classes · Members only · 2356 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94110, USA
All 19 San Francisco BJJ gyms, ranked
Skrap Pack Marina · 4.8/5 (39 reviews) · $220/mo · 33 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 2068 Union St, San Francisco, CA 94123, USA
Ralph Gracie Sunset · 5.0/5 (17 reviews) · $220/mo · 32 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 2505 Noriega St, San Francisco, CA 94122, USA
Signature of Jiu-Jitsu · 5.0/5 (36 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 915 Ralston Ave
EXCELSIOR Martial Arts Academy · 4.9/5 (31 reviews) · $260/mo · 21 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 1178 Geneva Ave, San Francisco, CA 94112, USA
Combat Krav Maga SF · 4.9/5 (29 reviews) · $299/mo · 13 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 1455 Bush St, San Francisco, CA 94109, USA
Charles Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy · 4.8/5 (29 reviews) · 29 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 6300 California St, San Francisco, CA 94121, USA
World Team USA Muay Thai BJJ & Fitness · 4.7/5 (28 reviews) · 42 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 445 Judah St, San Francisco, CA 94122, USA
Rise Combat Sports · 4.8/5 (39 reviews) · $229/mo · 9 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 1118 Harrison St, San Francisco, CA 94103, USA
Bay Jiu-Jitsu · 5.0/5 (37 reviews) · Gi · Members only · Competition team · 1628 Post St, San Francisco, CA 94115, USA
Nimbus Brazilian Jiu Jitsu · 5.0/5 (35 reviews) · Members only · 1739 Noriega St, San Francisco, CA 94122, USA
Outlaw Jiu-Jitsu · 5.0/5 (9 reviews) · Members only · 1029 Geneva Ave, San Francisco, CA 94112, USA
Jiu-jitsu for kids in San Francisco, CA
Kids jiu-jitsu in San Francisco, CA: 15 academies teach children's BJJ, including 6 with a 3-6 little-kids program and 12 with teen classes. Expect around $211/mo for youth. Start with a free trial and watch a class before you commit.
Across San Francisco gyms that publish youth pricing, kids jiu-jitsu averages about $211 a month. Most run a free trial class first.
What age can kids start jiu-jitsu in San Francisco?
6 San Francisco gyms take kids as young as 3-4 in a little-kids program. Most San Francisco academies start structured kids classes around age 5-6 and split by age and size from there.
BJJ for women in San Francisco, CA
Women's jiu-jitsu in San Francisco, CA: 5 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 San Francisco?
5 San Francisco 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 San Francisco, CA (free trials)
BJJ for beginners in San Francisco, CA: 15 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.
15 San Francisco 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 jiu-jitsu in San Francisco, CA
No-gi BJJ in San Francisco, CA: 14 academies train no-gi. Bring shorts and a rashguard, book a trial, and see how the room rolls.
14 San Francisco gyms list no-gi on the schedule. No-gi nights vary, so confirm the timetable with the gym before you head in.
San Francisco's BJJ scene at a glance
San Francisco has 19 jiu jitsu gyms operating right now, 14 of which our team has verified directly. Their average Google rating is 4.9/5, pulled from 982 total ratings across 19 reviewed academies. Membership averages $242/mo and drop-ins about $39 across the 7 gyms that publish pricing. 8 gyms run a public open mat; 11 are members-only. Most reviewed: Ralph Gracie Jiu Jitsu (180 Google reviews).
How we rank San Francisco 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, Ralph Gracie Jiu Jitsu ranks #1 in San Francisco for 2026 (5.0 stars across 180 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 San Francisco?
Across the 7 San Francisco gyms that publish pricing, membership averages $242 a month and drop-ins about $39. 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 San Francisco, CA?
19 gyms listed. 14 are verified by our team.
Are there beginner BJJ classes in San Francisco?
Yes. Most San Francisco 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 San Francisco?
Most San Francisco 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 San Francisco?
Yes. Most San Francisco 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 San Francisco?