35 jiu jitsu gyms are training students in Atlanta 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 3,523 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.
Creighton Mixed Martial Arts Academy — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Atlanta 2026 · JJA Score 97 · 5.0/5 (319 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 460 Brogdon Rd STE 200
Campeão United Jiu-Jitsu Acworth — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Atlanta 2026 · JJA Score 94 · 5.0/5 (352 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 3335 Cobb Pkwy NW
Gracie Barra Georgia — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Atlanta 2026 · JJA Score 88 · 5.0/5 (64 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 5505 Bells Ferry Rd Suite 220
Odyssey Jiu-Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Atlanta 2026 · JJA Score 86 · 5.0/5 (376 reviews) · $175/mo · Gi & No-Gi · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 1530 Carroll Dr NW #105, Atlanta, GA 30318, USA
Warrior Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Atlanta 2026 · JJA Score 84 · 4.9/5 (79 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 3060 Cobb Pkwy NW #102
Jucao Jiu-Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Atlanta 2026 · JJA Score 83 · 5.0/5 (43 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 875 N Main St #357
Campeão United Jiu-Jitsu Kennesaw — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Atlanta 2026 · JJA Score 83 · 5.0/5 (41 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 2700 Town Center Dr Suite 124
X3 Sports - Inman Park — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Atlanta 2026 · JJA Score 81 · 4.7/5 (450 reviews) · $149/mo · Gi · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 240 N Highland Ave NE B2, Atlanta, GA 30307, USA
American Top Team Sandy Springs — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Atlanta 2026 · JJA Score 80 · 4.8/5 (77 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 7840 Roswell Rd bldg 400 unit 475
Deep Water Jiu Jitsu (Diego Saraiva- Roswell) — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Atlanta 2026 · JJA Score 78 · 5.0/5 (46 reviews) · Gi · Kids classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 11660 Alpharetta Hwy Suite 100
All 35 Atlanta BJJ gyms, ranked
Borges Brazilian Jiu Jitsu · 5.0/5 (19 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 2800 Canton Rd # 400
SBG Atlanta - Druid Hills · 4.9/5 (77 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Members only · Competition team · 1799 Briarcliff Rd NE Suite V, Atlanta, GA 30306, USA
Sakura Jiu Jitsu · 5.0/5 (149 reviews) · Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · 1105 Parkside Ln Suite 1212
Apex Jiu Jitsu · 5.0/5 (2 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Competition team · 3365 W Hospital Ave # H
Teddy's Jiu Jitsu Academy · 5.0/5 (8 reviews) · Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Competition team · 8560 Holcomb Bridge Rd Ste 102
Iron Horse Brazilian Jiu Jitsu · 5.0/5 (101 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · 1497 Alpharetta Hwy
Nucleus Brazilian Jiu Jitsu · 5.0/5 (93 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Members only · Free trial · 3030 Business Park Drive unit G
Atlanta Martial Arts Center · 5.0/5 (95 reviews) · Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · 180 Parkway 575 sute 110
Looking for kids BJJ classes in Atlanta? 21 Atlanta gyms run a youth jiu-jitsu program, 13 with a little-kids (ages 3-6) track and 5 with a dedicated teens class. Most offer a free trial so your child can try a class first.
Most Atlanta 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 Atlanta?
13 Atlanta gyms take kids as young as 3-4 in a little-kids program. Most Atlanta academies start structured kids classes around age 5-6 and split by age and size from there.
Women's BJJ classes in Atlanta, GA
Want women's BJJ classes in Atlanta? 9 Atlanta 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.
9 Atlanta 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 Atlanta, GA
New to jiu-jitsu in Atlanta? 22 Atlanta gyms offer a free trial class so you can start with zero experience and no gear. No commitment until you've rolled.
Atlanta has 35 jiu jitsu gyms operating right now, 29 of which our team has verified directly. Their average Google rating is 4.9/5, pulled from 3,523 total ratings across 35 reviewed academies. Membership averages $164/mo and drop-ins about $28 across the 4 gyms that publish pricing. 9 gyms run a public open mat; 26 are members-only. Most reviewed: X3 Sports - Inman Park (450 Google reviews).
Nearby BJJ gyms in Georgia
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, Creighton Mixed Martial Arts Academy ranks #1 in Atlanta for 2026 (5.0 stars across 319 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 Atlanta?
Across the 4 Atlanta gyms that publish pricing, membership averages $164 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 Atlanta, GA?
35 gyms listed. 29 are verified by our team.
Are there beginner BJJ classes in Atlanta?
Yes. Most Atlanta 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 Atlanta?
Most Atlanta 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 Atlanta?
Yes. Most Atlanta 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 Atlanta?