37 jiu jitsu gyms are training students in Denver 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 3,588 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.
High Altitude Martial Arts — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Denver 2026 · JJA Score 91 · 5.0/5 (433 reviews) · 48 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 8988 E Hampden Ave, Denver, CO 80231, USA
Way of Jiu Jitsu Academy — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Denver 2026 · JJA Score 90 · 5.0/5 (157 reviews) · 37 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 7808 Cherry Creek S Dr #205, Denver, CO 80231, USA
Lōgōs Jiu Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Denver 2026 · JJA Score 90 · 5.0/5 (294 reviews) · 23 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Women's classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 3440a Brighton Blvd, Denver, CO 80216, USA
Colorado Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Satori (Jiu Jitsu Colorado) — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Denver 2026 · JJA Score 90 · 4.9/5 (245 reviews) · 26 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 4605 Quebec St b5, Denver, CO 80216, USA
Imperial jiujitsu & Kickboxing — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Denver 2026 · JJA Score 88 · 5.0/5 (137 reviews) · 30 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 9629 W Colfax Ave #200
Grapple House Littleton Jiu Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Denver 2026 · JJA Score 85 · 5.0/5 (74 reviews) · 21 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 9789 W Coal Mine Ave Unit C
Taps Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Denver 2026 · JJA Score 85 · 5.0/5 (49 reviews) · 25 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 311 E County Line Rd A-7
The Sanctuary Brazilian JiuJitsu and Fitness — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Denver 2026 · JJA Score 84 · 5.0/5 (47 reviews) · 35 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 3355 S Wadsworth Blvd
NEW ERA Jiu Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Denver 2026 · JJA Score 84 · 5.0/5 (46 reviews) · 32 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 524 Malley Dr
Morning Star Jiu Jitsu - Denver — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Denver 2026 · JJA Score 82 · 4.9/5 (43 reviews) · 18 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 4362 E Evans Ave, Denver, CO 80222, USA
Denver Kompound · 5.0/5 (47 reviews) · 20 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 4450 Cherokee St, Denver, CO 80216, USA
Factory X Muay Thai/MMA/BJJ · 4.6/5 (51 reviews) · 16 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 4731 S Santa Fe Cir
Train. Fight. Win. MMA & Fitness · 4.8/5 (121 reviews) · $180/mo · 48 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Members only · Free trial · 220 Santa Fe Dr
Grappling Zone Denver · 5.0/5 (33 reviews) · 14 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · 2180 S University Blvd
Katharo Training Center - Jiu-Jitsu and Fitness · 4.9/5 (111 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 10146 W San Juan Way Unit #90 #100
Six Blades Jiu Jitsu · 5.0/5 (145 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 7444 S University Blvd
Zingano Brazilian Jiu Jitsu · 4.9/5 (52 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 2315 Prairie Center Pkwy A
GRPL HAUS JIU JITSU - Lone Tree · 5.0/5 (94 reviews) · 5 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 8872 Maximus Dr
Lakewood Jiu Jitsu Academy · 5.0/5 (26 reviews) · 7 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 10800 W Alameda Ave Unit A
Rilion Gracie Jiu Jitsu Academy Denver · 5.0/5 (6 reviews) · $172/mo · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 3900 S Mariposa St
Shogun Jiu Jitsu Academy · 5.0/5 (27 reviews) · Gi · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 7100 Broadway # 8B, Denver, CO 80221, USA
Denver Jiu Jitsu Self Defense · 3 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 6750 E Chenango Ave #35
Kids jiu-jitsu gyms in Denver, CO
Kids jiu-jitsu in Denver, CO: 24 academies teach children's BJJ, including 15 with a 3-6 little-kids program and 20 with teen classes. Expect around $190/mo for youth. Start with a free trial and watch a class before you commit.
Across Denver gyms that publish youth pricing, kids jiu-jitsu averages about $190 a month. Most run a free trial class first.
What age can kids start jiu-jitsu in Denver?
15 Denver gyms take kids as young as 3-4 in a little-kids program. Most Denver academies start structured kids classes around age 5-6 and split by age and size from there.
Women's jiu-jitsu in Denver, CO
Women's jiu-jitsu in Denver, CO: 11 academies run women's classes or women's-only sessions. Drop in on a trial and meet the coaches before you sign anything.
11 Denver 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 Denver, CO
BJJ for beginners in Denver, CO: 28 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.
Denver has 37 jiu jitsu gyms operating right now, 15 of which our team has verified directly. Their average Google rating is 4.9/5, pulled from 3,588 total ratings across 36 reviewed academies. Membership averages $189/mo across the 3 gyms that publish pricing. 14 gyms run a public open mat; 23 are members-only. Most reviewed: Easton Training Center - Denver (513 Google reviews).
Nearby BJJ gyms in Colorado
Closest jiu jitsu cities to this one. Useful if you commute or train at multiple gyms.
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, High Altitude Martial Arts ranks #1 in Denver for 2026 (5.0 stars across 433 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 Denver?
Across the 3 Denver gyms that publish pricing, membership averages $189 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 Denver, CO?
37 gyms listed. 15 are verified by our team.
Are there beginner BJJ classes in Denver?
Yes. Most Denver 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 Denver?
Most Denver 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 Denver?
Yes. Most Denver 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 Denver?