10 jiu jitsu gyms are training students in St. Louis right now, ranked by the JJA Score — our blend of real Google reviews, class offerings, competition pedigree, and trust (currently averaging 4.8/5 across 615 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.
Top 4 Jiu Jitsu Gyms in St. Louis (2026)
Absolute Martial Arts — Top 10 BJJ Gym in St. Louis 2026 · JJA Score 54 · 5.0/5 (154 reviews) · Members only · 8822 Gravois Rd, St. Louis, MO 63123, USA
Watson Martial Arts — Top 10 BJJ Gym in St. Louis 2026 · JJA Score 53 · 5.0/5 (138 reviews) · Members only · 2737 Papin St, St. Louis, MO 63103, USA
North Broadway Jiu Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in St. Louis 2026 · JJA Score 49 · 5.0/5 (49 reviews) · Members only · 2324 Marconi Ave, St. Louis, MO 63110, USA
Nomad Jiu Jitsu · 4.5/5 (8 reviews) · Members only · 3139 S Grand Blvd Suite 201, St. Louis, MO 63118, USA
Training jiu-jitsu in St. Louis: the data
St. Louis has 10 jiu jitsu gyms operating right now. Their average Google rating is 4.8/5, pulled from 615 total ratings across 10 reviewed academies. Most reviewed: Absolute Martial Arts (154 Google reviews).
How we rank St. Louis 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, Absolute Martial Arts ranks #1 in St. Louis for 2026 (5.0 stars across 154 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. Louis?
Most St. Louis 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 St. Louis, MO?
10 gyms listed.
Are there beginner BJJ classes in St. Louis?
Yes. Most St. Louis 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. Louis?
Most St. Louis 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. Louis?
Yes. Most St. Louis 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. Louis?