8 jiu jitsu gyms are training students in Lexington right now, ranked by the JJA Score — our blend of real Google reviews, class offerings, competition pedigree, and trust (currently averaging 4.7/5 across 404 ratings). The Top 4 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.
Kentucky open mat schedule · Fayette County BJJ gyms
Lexington has 8 jiu jitsu gyms operating right now, 4 of which our team has verified directly. Their average Google rating is 4.7/5, pulled from 404 total ratings across 8 reviewed academies. Membership averages $130/mo and drop-ins about $25 across the 2 gyms that publish pricing. 4 gyms run a public open mat; 4 are members-only. Most reviewed: Lexington Academy of Martial Arts - LAMA (108 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.
By the JJA Score, AKF Lexington Martial Arts ranks #1 in Lexington for 2026 (5.0 stars across 81 reviews). The score blends rating, review volume, class robustness, competition, and trust — rewarding complete gyms, not just high stars.
Across the 2 Lexington gyms that publish pricing, membership averages $130 a month and drop-ins about $25. 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.
8 gyms listed. 4 are verified by our team.
Yes. Most Lexington 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.
Most Lexington 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.
Yes. Most Lexington 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.
4.7 out of 5, based on 8 rated academies.