25 jiu jitsu gyms are training students in Fort Lauderdale right now, ranked by the JJA Score — our blend of real Google reviews, class offerings, competition pedigree, and trust (currently averaging 5.0/5 across 2,567 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.
GT Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (Formerly known as: Kronos Jiu-Jitsu ) — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Fort Lauderdale 2026 · JJA Score 87 · 5.0/5 (43 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 5442 N University Dr
Gracie Barra Coral Springs — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Fort Lauderdale 2026 · JJA Score 86 · 4.8/5 (138 reviews) · Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 3270 NW 62nd Ave Ave Suite 8
Gracie Barra Davie — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Fort Lauderdale 2026 · JJA Score 84 · 4.9/5 (58 reviews) · Gi · Kids classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 5167 S University Dr
Renzo Gracie - Fort Lauderdale — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Fort Lauderdale 2026 · JJA Score 82 · 5.0/5 (145 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Members only · Competition team · 535 NE 13th St #1, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304, USA
Couchon Brazilian Jiu Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Fort Lauderdale 2026 · JJA Score 82 · 5.0/5 (68 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 2830 W State Rd 84, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312, USA
Carbon SG — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Fort Lauderdale 2026 · JJA Score 82 · 5.0/5 (76 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 331 E Commercial Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33334, USA
Gentle Art Dojo – Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Hallandale Beach — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Fort Lauderdale 2026 · JJA Score 81 · 5.0/5 (67 reviews) · Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 1016 NW 1st Ct
Rilion Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Fort Lauderdale · 5.0/5 (35 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Competition team · 3091 Griffin Rd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312, USA
Gracie Barra Fort Lauderdale · 5.0/5 (151 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Open mat · 5439 N Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308, USA
ATHLAS TRAINING TEAM · 4.8/5 (391 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Members only · 582 SW Flagler Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301, USA
Fort Lauderdale Jiu Jitsu · 4.9/5 (134 reviews) · Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · 701 E Sunrise Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304, USA
A & M Jiu-Jitsu · 5.0/5 (226 reviews) · $179/mo · Gi · Members only · 5300 Powerline Rd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309, USA
Outer Heaven Jiu Jitsu Club · 4.9/5 (43 reviews) · $200/mo · Gi & No-Gi · Open mat · Free trial · 2990 Griffin Rd suite 2, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312, USA
MMA Science Academy · 4.9/5 (39 reviews) · $200/mo · Gi & No-Gi · Members only · Free trial · 1255 N Flagler Dr, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304, USA
AP Training Center FL · 5.0/5 (60 reviews) · $145/mo · Gi & No-Gi · Members only · 701 NW 5th Ave Unit 1132, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311, USA
Kids jiu-jitsu in Fort Lauderdale, FL: 17 academies teach children's BJJ, including 5 with a 3-6 little-kids program and 7 with teen classes. Start with a free trial and watch a class before you commit.
Most Fort Lauderdale gyms don't post kids pricing publicly. Youth BJJ typically runs $100-$180/mo. Nearly all offer a free trial.
What age can kids start jiu-jitsu in Fort Lauderdale?
5 Fort Lauderdale gyms take kids as young as 3-4 in a little-kids program. Most Fort Lauderdale academies start structured kids classes around age 5-6 and split by age and size from there.
Women's jiu-jitsu in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Women's jiu-jitsu in Fort Lauderdale, FL: 8 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 Fort Lauderdale?
8 Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale, FL (free trials)
BJJ for beginners in Fort Lauderdale, FL: 18 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.
18 Fort Lauderdale 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.
Submission grappling in Fort Lauderdale, FL
No-gi BJJ in Fort Lauderdale, FL: 16 academies train no-gi. Bring shorts and a rashguard, book a trial, and see how the room rolls.
Fort Lauderdale has 25 jiu jitsu gyms operating right now, 20 of which our team has verified directly. Their average Google rating is 5.0/5, pulled from 2,567 total ratings across 25 reviewed academies. Membership averages $183/mo and drop-ins about $28 across the 5 gyms that publish pricing. 12 gyms run a public open mat; 13 are members-only. Most reviewed: ATHLAS TRAINING TEAM (391 Google reviews).
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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%)
What is the best jiu jitsu gym in Fort Lauderdale?
By the JJA Score, GT Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (Formerly known as: Kronos Jiu-Jitsu ) ranks #1 in Fort Lauderdale for 2026 (5.0 stars across 43 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 Fort Lauderdale?
Across the 5 Fort Lauderdale gyms that publish pricing, membership averages $183 a month and drop-ins about $28. 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 Fort Lauderdale, FL?
25 gyms listed. 20 are verified by our team.
Are there beginner BJJ classes in Fort Lauderdale?
Yes. Most Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale?
Most Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale?
Yes. Most Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale?