20 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 944 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.
New Wave Jiu Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Indianapolis 2026 · JJA Score 92 · 5.0/5 (44 reviews) · 30 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 6609 E 82nd St Suite A, Indianapolis, IN 46250, USA
Champlin Jiu-Jitsu Academy — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Indianapolis 2026 · JJA Score 89 · 5.0/5 (60 reviews) · 20 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 6935 Lake Plaza Dr Suite B7-B9, Indianapolis, IN 46220, USA
Top Level Gym — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Indianapolis 2026 · JJA Score 87 · 4.9/5 (54 reviews) · 37 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 5002 Madison Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46227, USA
Triumph Boxing & Martial Arts — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Indianapolis 2026 · JJA Score 81 · 5.0/5 (85 reviews) · 8 classes/wk · Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 9546 Allisonville Rd Suite 113
Circle City Martial Arts & Fitness — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Indianapolis 2026 · JJA Score 86 · 4.9/5 (61 reviews) · $159/mo · 21 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 1202 N Illinois St
10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Indianapolis — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Indianapolis 2026 · JJA Score 85 · 5.0/5 (40 reviews) · $159/mo · 21 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 1202 N Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46202, USA
Indianapolis Martial Arts Club — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Indianapolis 2026 · JJA Score 81 · 4.5/5 (200 reviews) · Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 8647 W Washington St
Indy Boxing and Grappling — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Indianapolis 2026 · JJA Score 78 · 4.6/5 (64 reviews) · $100/mo · 6 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 4903 E 23rd St
Level 10 Martial Arts College — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Indianapolis 2026 · JJA Score 59 · 5.0/5 (73 reviews) · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · 5135 S Emerson Ave b
Indianapolis Jiu Jitsu Coach - BJJ Academy — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Indianapolis 2026 · JJA Score 52 · 4.9/5 (56 reviews) · Gi · Members only · 4967 S Emerson Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46203, USA
All 20 Indianapolis BJJ gyms, ranked
Naptown Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Boxing LLC. · 4.9/5 (38 reviews) · 42 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 500 N Meridian St #10B, Indianapolis, IN 46204, USA
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Indianapolis · 5.0/5 (10 reviews) · 19 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 5335 N Tacoma Ave Suite 14
American Top Team Indianapolis · 5.0/5 (28 reviews) · 20 classes/wk · Gi · Kids classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 3980 Georgetown Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46254, USA
Muncie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu · 5.0/5 (19 reviews) · 18 classes/wk · Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 4709 Wheeling Ave
Zero K Jiu-Jitsu · 5.0/5 (8 reviews) · 19 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Open mat · Free trial · 8435 Kingston St
Chris Howe Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu · 4.7/5 (38 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 5635 W 96th St Ste 250, Indianapolis, IN 46278, USA
Brownsburg Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu · 5.0/5 (14 reviews) · $100/mo · 6 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 3830 N IN-267 B
BJJ Coach Sheepdog · 5.0/5 (4 reviews) · $95/mo · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · 2511 IN-44
True Grit BJJ · 5.0/5 (25 reviews) · Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · 12110 US-36, Indianapolis, IN 46236, USA
SoBro Brazilian Jiu Jitsu @ SobeFit · 5.0/5 (23 reviews) · Gi · Members only · Free trial · 1134 E 54th St Studio B1, Indianapolis, IN 46220, USA
Jiu-jitsu for kids in Indianapolis, IN
Looking for kids BJJ classes in Indianapolis? 18 Indianapolis gyms run a youth jiu-jitsu program, 9 with a little-kids (ages 3-6) track and 13 with a dedicated teens class. Kids memberships average about $80/mo. Most offer a free trial so your child can try a class first.
Across Indianapolis gyms that publish youth pricing, kids jiu-jitsu averages about $80 a month. Most run a free trial class first.
What age can kids start jiu-jitsu in Indianapolis?
9 Indianapolis gyms take kids as young as 3-4 in a little-kids program. Most Indianapolis academies start structured kids classes around age 5-6 and split by age and size from there.
Women's jiu-jitsu in Indianapolis, IN
Want women's BJJ classes in Indianapolis? 5 Indianapolis 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.
Are there women's-only BJJ classes in Indianapolis?
5 Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis, IN
New to jiu-jitsu in Indianapolis? 19 Indianapolis gyms offer a free trial class so you can start with zero experience and no gear. No commitment until you've rolled.
19 Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis, IN
Looking for no-gi jiu-jitsu in Indianapolis? 12 Indianapolis gyms run a no-gi or submission-grappling track alongside gi. Most welcome drop-ins on a trial.
Indianapolis has 20 jiu jitsu gyms operating right now, 9 of which our team has verified directly. Their average Google rating is 4.9/5, pulled from 944 total ratings across 20 reviewed academies. Membership averages $123/mo and drop-ins about $15 across the 5 gyms that publish pricing. 9 gyms run a public open mat; 11 are members-only. Most reviewed: Indianapolis Martial Arts Club (200 Google reviews).
Nearby BJJ gyms in Indiana
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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%)
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?
Across the 5 Indianapolis gyms that publish pricing, membership averages $123 a month and drop-ins about $15. 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 Indianapolis, IN?
20 gyms listed. 9 are verified by our team.
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?