Best Jiu Jitsu Gyms in Boise, ID (2026)

18 jiu jitsu gyms are training students in Boise 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 932 ratings). The Top 6 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.

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Top 6 Jiu Jitsu Gyms in Boise (2026)

  1. Gracie Barra Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Caldwell — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Boise 2026 · JJA Score 89 · 5.0/5 (50 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 708 Main St Suite 101
  2. VITAL BROTHERS BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU ACADEMY — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Boise 2026 · JJA Score 86 · 5.0/5 (158 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 1250 Sunset Strip
  3. The PIT Idaho — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Boise 2026 · JJA Score 80 · 5.0/5 (43 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 10 S Cole Rd, Boise, ID 83709, USA
  4. SBG Idaho — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Boise 2026 · JJA Score 60 · 4.7/5 (136 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Members only · 1522 W River St, Boise, ID 83702, USA
  5. Brave Brazilian Jiu-jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Boise 2026 · JJA Score 55 · 5.0/5 (45 reviews) · Gi · Members only · 8707 W State St, Boise, ID 83714, USA
  6. Egley Train Boise Jiu Jitsu - HQ — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Boise 2026 · JJA Score 63 · 4.8/5 (198 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Open mat · 1462 S Entertainment Ave, Boise, ID 83709, USA

All 18 Boise BJJ gyms, ranked

  1. Boise Combat Sports · 5.0/5 (33 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 8511 W Overland Rd, Boise, ID 83709, USA
  2. Hips&Grips Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu · 5.0/5 (29 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · 29 N Main St
  3. Alliance Jiu Jitsu Boise · 4.9/5 (35 reviews) · Gi · Open mat · Free trial · 880 S Vista Ave
  4. Battles Jiu Jitsu · 5.0/5 (5 reviews) · $149/mo · Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · 220 S Herons Flight Ln Unit 103
  5. Spectre Jiu Jitsu · 5.0/5 (35 reviews) · Gi · Members only · 201 N Maple Grove Rd #130, Boise, ID 83704, USA
  6. Driven Jiujitsu · 5.0/5 (31 reviews) · Gi · Members only · 8646 W Overland Rd, Boise, ID 83709, USA
  7. Gracie Barra Kuna Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Self-Defense · 5.0/5 (21 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 547 E Access St SUITE 125
  8. Core Jiu Jitsu · 5.0/5 (7 reviews) · Gi · Kids classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 1124 1st St S
  9. Gem State Jiu Jitsu · 5.0/5 (16 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Open mat · Free trial · 757 E Stagecoach Way SUITE 103
  10. Self Reliant Jiu Jitsu · 5.0/5 (29 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Members only · Free trial · 2769 S Broadway Ave, Boise, ID 83706, USA
  11. Gracie Barra South Boise Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Self-Defense · 5.0/5 (34 reviews) · Members only · 8958 W Ardene St, Boise, ID 83709, USA
  12. Gracie Barra Southeast Boise Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Self Defense · 5.0/5 (27 reviews) · Members only · 2475 S Apple St #104, Boise, ID 83706, USA

Jiu-jitsu for kids in Boise, ID

Kids jiu-jitsu in Boise, ID: 9 academies teach children's BJJ, including 5 with a 3-6 little-kids program and 3 with teen classes. Start with a free trial and watch a class before you commit.

How much are kids BJJ classes in Boise?

Most Boise 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 Boise?

5 Boise gyms take kids as young as 3-4 in a little-kids program. Most Boise academies start structured kids classes around age 5-6 and split by age and size from there.

BJJ for women in Boise, ID

Women's jiu-jitsu in Boise, ID: 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 Boise?

5 Boise 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.

Beginner jiu-jitsu classes in Boise, ID

BJJ for beginners in Boise, ID: 10 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.

Where can a beginner try BJJ in Boise?

10 Boise 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 Boise, ID

No-gi BJJ in Boise, ID: 10 academies train no-gi. Bring shorts and a rashguard, book a trial, and see how the room rolls.

Which Boise gyms offer no-gi?

10 Boise gyms list no-gi on the schedule. No-gi nights vary, so confirm the timetable with the gym before you head in.

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Boise jiu-jitsu gyms, by the numbers

Boise has 18 jiu jitsu gyms operating right now, 11 of which our team has verified directly. Their average Google rating is 5.0/5, pulled from 932 total ratings across 18 reviewed academies. Membership averages $149/mo across the 1 gym that publish pricing. 6 gyms run a public open mat; 12 are members-only. Most reviewed: Egley Train Boise Jiu Jitsu - HQ (198 Google reviews).

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How we rank Boise 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.

Boise jiu jitsu FAQs

What is the best jiu jitsu gym in Boise?

By the JJA Score, Gracie Barra Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Caldwell ranks #1 in Boise for 2026 (5.0 stars across 50 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 Boise?

Across the 1 Boise gym that publish pricing, membership averages $149 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 Boise, ID?

18 gyms listed. 11 are verified by our team.

Are there beginner BJJ classes in Boise?

Yes. Most Boise 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 Boise?

Most Boise 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 Boise?

Yes. Most Boise 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 Boise?

5.0 out of 5, based on 18 rated academies.