12 jiu jitsu gyms are training students in Indianapolis 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 478 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.
Top 6 Jiu Jitsu Gyms in Indianapolis (2026)
New Wave Jiu Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Indianapolis 2026 · JJA Score 56 · 5.0/5 (44 reviews) · Members only · 6609 E 82nd St Suite A, Indianapolis, IN 46250, USA
10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Indianapolis — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Indianapolis 2026 · JJA Score 55 · 5.0/5 (40 reviews) · Members only · 1202 N Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46202, USA
Champlin Jiu-Jitsu Academy — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Indianapolis 2026 · JJA Score 54 · 5.0/5 (60 reviews) · Members only · 6935 Lake Plaza Dr Suite B7-B9, Indianapolis, IN 46220, USA
Indianapolis Jiu Jitsu Coach - BJJ Academy — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Indianapolis 2026 · JJA Score 53 · 4.9/5 (56 reviews) · Members only · 4967 S Emerson Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46203, USA
Circle City Martial Arts & Fitness — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Indianapolis 2026 · JJA Score 53 · 4.8/5 (62 reviews) · Members only · 1202 N Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46202, USA
Top Level Gym — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Indianapolis 2026 · JJA Score 52 · 4.9/5 (54 reviews) · Members only · 5002 Madison Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46227, USA
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Indianapolis · 5.0/5 (10 reviews) · Members only · 5335 N Tacoma Ave Suite 14, Indianapolis, IN 46220, USA
Training jiu-jitsu in Indianapolis: the data
Indianapolis has 12 jiu jitsu gyms operating right now. Their average Google rating is 4.9/5, pulled from 478 total ratings across 12 reviewed academies. Most reviewed: Circle City Martial Arts & Fitness (62 Google reviews).
How we rank Indianapolis 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, New Wave Jiu Jitsu ranks #1 in Indianapolis for 2026 (5.0 stars across 44 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 Indianapolis?
Most Indianapolis BJJ gyms don't publish pricing. Industry standard runs $150-$250 a month for unlimited training, $20-$40 for drop-ins. Free trial classes are common. Book one before you sign up.
How many jiu jitsu gyms are in Indianapolis, IN?
12 gyms listed.
Are there beginner BJJ classes in Indianapolis?
Yes. Most Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis?
Most Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis?
Yes. Most Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis?