Best Jiu Jitsu Gyms in St. Paul, MN (2026)

8 jiu jitsu gyms are training students in St. Paul 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 503 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.

Open mats in Minneapolis–St. Paul · Ramsey County BJJ gyms

Top 4 Jiu Jitsu Gyms in St. Paul (2026)

  1. Grappler Station — Top 10 BJJ Gym in St. Paul 2026 · JJA Score 67 · 5.0/5 (167 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · 2015 Ford Pkwy, St Paul, MN 55116, USA
  2. St. Paul Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy — Top 10 BJJ Gym in St. Paul 2026 · JJA Score 65 · 5.0/5 (140 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Members only · Free trial · 322 Chester St, St Paul, MN 55107, USA
  3. Royce Gracie Jiu Jitsu Academy — Top 10 BJJ Gym in St. Paul 2026 · JJA Score 60 · 5.0/5 (43 reviews) · Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · 1038 1st Ave E
  4. Bellum Brazilian Jiu Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in St. Paul 2026 · JJA Score 50 · 4.9/5 (84 reviews) · Open mat · 655 Fairview Ave N suite 260, St Paul, MN 55104, USA

All 8 St. Paul BJJ gyms, ranked

  1. Migration Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu · 5.0/5 (19 reviews) · $149/mo · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 5406 S 34th Ave
  2. United Jiu Jitsu · 5.0/5 (36 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · 2055 White Bear Ave Suite 100
  3. Gracie Jiu Jitsu Woodbury · Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 707 Commerce Dr
  4. Doomsday BJJ/Sambo · 5.0/5 (14 reviews) · Members only · 900 Ocean St, St Paul, MN 55106, USA

Kids BJJ classes in St. Paul, MN

Looking for kids BJJ classes in St. Paul? 5 St. Paul gyms run a youth jiu-jitsu program, 2 with a little-kids (ages 3-6) track and 3 with a dedicated teens class. Most offer a free trial so your child can try a class first.

How much are kids BJJ classes in St. Paul?

Most St. Paul 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 St. Paul?

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

BJJ for beginners in St. Paul, MN

New to jiu-jitsu in St. Paul? 5 St. Paul gyms offer a free trial class so you can start with zero experience and no gear. No commitment until you've rolled.

Where can a beginner try BJJ in St. Paul?

5 St. Paul 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.

Submission grappling in St. Paul, MN

Looking for no-gi jiu-jitsu in St. Paul? 4 St. Paul gyms run a no-gi or submission-grappling track alongside gi. Most welcome drop-ins on a trial.

Which St. Paul gyms offer no-gi?

4 St. Paul 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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Jiu-jitsu in St. Paul by the numbers

St. Paul has 8 jiu jitsu gyms operating right now, 6 of which our team has verified directly. Their average Google rating is 5.0/5, pulled from 503 total ratings across 7 reviewed academies. Membership averages $149/mo across the 1 gym that publish pricing. 1 gym runs a public open mat; 7 are members-only. Most reviewed: Grappler Station (167 Google reviews).

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How we rank St. Paul 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.

St. Paul jiu jitsu FAQs

What is the best jiu jitsu gym in St. Paul?

By the JJA Score, Grappler Station ranks #1 in St. Paul for 2026 (5.0 stars across 167 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 St. Paul?

Across the 1 St. Paul 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 St. Paul, MN?

8 gyms listed. 6 are verified by our team.

Are there beginner BJJ classes in St. Paul?

Yes. Most St. Paul 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 St. Paul?

Most St. Paul 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 St. Paul?

Yes. Most St. Paul 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 St. Paul?

5.0 out of 5, based on 7 rated academies.