10 jiu jitsu gyms are training students in Kansas City 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 666 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 Kansas City (2026)
KiCK Martial Arts — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Kansas City 2026 · JJA Score 54 · 5.0/5 (201 reviews) · Members only · 7683 NW Prairie View Rd, Kansas City, MO 64151, USA
Rilion Gracie Jiu Jitsu Kansas City — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Kansas City 2026 · JJA Score 51 · 4.9/5 (99 reviews) · Members only · 5520 N Antioch Road, Kansas City, MO 64119, USA
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Kansas City — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Kansas City 2026 · JJA Score 50 · 5.0/5 (75 reviews) · Members only · 7679 NW Prairie View Rd, Kansas City, MO 64151, USA
Alive Jiu Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Kansas City 2026 · JJA Score 50 · 5.0/5 (69 reviews) · Members only · 500 Southwest Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64108, USA
Warriors Academy KC — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Kansas City 2026 · JJA Score 49 · 4.6/5 (95 reviews) · Members only · 3185 Terrace St, Kansas City, MO 64111, USA
Rudy Bears Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & MMA — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Kansas City 2026 · JJA Score 48 · 4.9/5 (48 reviews) · Members only · 4030 Broadway Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64111, USA
All 10 Kansas City BJJ gyms, ranked
Vava Jiu Jitsu · 5.0/5 (38 reviews) · Members only · 3838 Main St, Kansas City, MO 64111, USA
Kansas City has 10 jiu jitsu gyms operating right now. Their average Google rating is 4.9/5, pulled from 666 total ratings across 10 reviewed academies. Most reviewed: KiCK Martial Arts (201 Google reviews).
How we rank Kansas City 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, KiCK Martial Arts ranks #1 in Kansas City for 2026 (5.0 stars across 201 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 Kansas City?
Most Kansas City 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 Kansas City, MO?
10 gyms listed.
Are there beginner BJJ classes in Kansas City?
Yes. Most Kansas City 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 Kansas City?
Most Kansas City 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 Kansas City?
Yes. Most Kansas City 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 Kansas City?