18 jiu jitsu gyms are training students in Stockton 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 665 ratings). The Top 4 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 4 Jiu Jitsu Gyms in Stockton (2026)
NDA Stockton — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Stockton 2026 · JJA Score 67 · 4.6/5 (77 reviews) · Members only · Competition team · 3802 Wilcox Rd, Stockton, CA 95215, USA
VALOR Training Center — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Stockton 2026 · JJA Score 64 · 4.9/5 (117 reviews) · Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · 9937 Lower Sacramento Rd, Stockton, CA 95210, USA
VALOR Training Center Miracle Mile — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Stockton 2026 · JJA Score 64 · 5.0/5 (86 reviews) · Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · 1744 Pacific Ave, Stockton, CA 95204, USA
Discovery Martial Arts — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Stockton 2026 · JJA Score 56 · 4.8/5 (159 reviews) · Kids classes · Members only · 6123 Pacific Ave, Stockton, CA 95207, USA
All 18 Stockton BJJ gyms, ranked
Stockton JiuJitsu Academy · 4.6/5 (20 reviews) · $170/mo · 32 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 2222 Grand Canal Blvd #8, Stockton, CA 95207, USA
Ares Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Lathrop · 5.0/5 (16 reviews) · 27 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 17359 S Manthey Rd
Apex Martial Arts Academy · 5.0/5 (24 reviews) · 29 classes/wk · Kids classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 9299 Thornton Rd #2, Stockton, CA 95209, USA
JG Academy Stockton · 5.0/5 (27 reviews) · $150/mo · 7 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 3008 E Hammer Ln unit 106, Stockton, CA 95212, USA
Concepcion Academy of Martial Arts · 5.0/5 (23 reviews) · 3 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 8855 Thornton Rd suite b, Stockton, CA 95209, USA
JG Academy BJJ - French Camp · 5.0/5 (1 reviews) · $135/mo · 12 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 10235 S Holmes Rd
Ronin Jiu Jitsu · 4.8/5 (20 reviews) · $130/mo · 13 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · 1005 Acacia St, Stockton, CA 95203, USA
10th Planet Stockton · 4.8/5 (24 reviews) · No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · 3422 W Hammer Ln suite g, Stockton, CA 95219, USA
Looking for kids BJJ classes in Stockton? 13 Stockton gyms run a youth jiu-jitsu program, 8 with a little-kids (ages 3-6) track and 11 with a dedicated teens class. Kids memberships average about $131/mo. Most offer a free trial so your child can try a class first.
Across Stockton gyms that publish youth pricing, kids jiu-jitsu averages about $131 a month. Most run a free trial class first.
What age can kids start jiu-jitsu in Stockton?
8 Stockton gyms take kids as young as 3-4 in a little-kids program. Most Stockton academies start structured kids classes around age 5-6 and split by age and size from there.
BJJ for women in Stockton, CA
Want women's BJJ classes in Stockton? 6 Stockton 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.
6 Stockton 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.
BJJ for beginners in Stockton, CA
New to jiu-jitsu in Stockton? 10 Stockton gyms offer a free trial class so you can start with zero experience and no gear. No commitment until you've rolled.
8 Stockton gyms list no-gi on the schedule. No-gi nights vary, so confirm the timetable with the gym before you head in.
Training jiu-jitsu in Stockton: the data
Stockton has 18 jiu jitsu gyms operating right now, 4 of which our team has verified directly. Their average Google rating is 4.9/5, pulled from 665 total ratings across 17 reviewed academies. Membership averages $146/mo and drop-ins about $30 across the 4 gyms that publish pricing. 3 gyms run a public open mat; 15 are members-only. Most reviewed: Discovery Martial Arts (159 Google reviews).
How we rank Stockton 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, NDA Stockton ranks #1 in Stockton for 2026 (4.6 stars across 77 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 Stockton?
Across the 4 Stockton gyms that publish pricing, membership averages $146 a month and drop-ins about $30. 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 Stockton, CA?
18 gyms listed. 4 are verified by our team.
Are there beginner BJJ classes in Stockton?
Yes. Most Stockton 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 Stockton?
Most Stockton 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 Stockton?
Yes. Most Stockton 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 Stockton?