8 jiu jitsu gyms are training students in Baltimore 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 477 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 Baltimore (2026)
Charm City Mixed Martial Arts — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Baltimore 2026 · JJA Score 54 · 5.0/5 (97 reviews) · Members only · 3735 Gough St, Baltimore, MD 21224, USA
Kanjizai Academy of Jiu-Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Baltimore 2026 · JJA Score 53 · 5.0/5 (89 reviews) · Members only · 5710 Bellona Ave #201, Baltimore, MD 21212, USA
Form Jiu Jitsu Academy — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Baltimore 2026 · JJA Score 53 · 4.9/5 (89 reviews) · Members only · To the right of Push511 CrossFit, 3700 O'Donnell St #240, Baltimore, MD 21224, USA
Guardian Baltimore — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Baltimore 2026 · JJA Score 51 · 5.0/5 (54 reviews) · Members only · 2227 Huntingdon Ave, Baltimore, MD 21211, USA
Zenyo Jiu Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Baltimore 2026 · JJA Score 51 · 5.0/5 (46 reviews) · Members only · 3000 Chestnut Ave Suite 104, Baltimore, MD 21211, USA
Baltimore Gracie Jiu-Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Baltimore 2026 · JJA Score 50 · 4.8/5 (55 reviews) · Members only · 3431 Benson Ave suite c, Baltimore, MD 21227, USA
Baltimore has 8 jiu jitsu gyms operating right now. Their average Google rating is 5.0/5, pulled from 477 total ratings across 8 reviewed academies. Most reviewed: Charm City Mixed Martial Arts (97 Google reviews).
How we rank Baltimore 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, Charm City Mixed Martial Arts ranks #1 in Baltimore for 2026 (5.0 stars across 97 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 Baltimore?
Most Baltimore 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 Baltimore, MD?
8 gyms listed.
Are there beginner BJJ classes in Baltimore?
Yes. Most Baltimore 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 Baltimore?
Most Baltimore 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 Baltimore?
Yes. Most Baltimore 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 Baltimore?