21 jiu jitsu gyms are training students in Reno 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 1,131 ratings). The Top 10 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.
Gracie Humaita Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Martial Arts Reno — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Reno 2026 · JJA Score 93 · 4.9/5 (270 reviews) · $140/mo · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 9333 Double R Blvd #1100, Reno, NV 89521, USA
Life Jiu Jitsu Reno — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Reno 2026 · JJA Score 83 · 5.0/5 (91 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Open mat · Competition team · 3993 S McCarran Blvd, Reno, NV 89502, USA
Momentum Martial Arts — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Reno 2026 · JJA Score 77 · 5.0/5 (67 reviews) · Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Competition team · 920 Matley Ln #5, Reno, NV 89502, USA
Renzo Gracie Academy Reno — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Reno 2026 · JJA Score 65 · 4.9/5 (84 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Members only · Free trial · 6370 Mae Anne Ave #6, Reno, NV 89523, USA
Tribe SBG Reno — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Reno 2026 · JJA Score 61 · 5.0/5 (68 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Members only · Free trial · 4900 Mill St #1, Reno, NV 89502, USA
Black Diamond Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Reno 2026 · JJA Score 60 · 5.0/5 (51 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Open mat · Free trial · 1445 S Meadows Pkwy Ste 209, Reno, NV 89521, USA
UFC GYM Reno — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Reno 2026 · JJA Score 59 · 4.7/5 (127 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Members only · 4875 Kietzke Ln D, Reno, NV 89509, USA
ALLGROUND Jiu Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Reno 2026 · JJA Score 58 · 5.0/5 (61 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Members only · 5635 Riggins Ct Ste 14, Reno, NV 89502, USA
Freestyle Martial Arts Academy — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Reno 2026 · JJA Score 46 · 4.8/5 (40 reviews) · Members only · 6275 Sharlands Ave. #1, Reno, NV 89523, USA
All 21 Reno BJJ gyms, ranked
Jiu-Jitsu Kids Sparks · 4.9/5 (37 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 4830 Vista Blvd Suite 110
Wild West Jiu Jitsu · 5.0/5 (10 reviews) · $120/mo · Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 3140 Research Way Unit 74
360 Martial Arts Academy · 5.0/5 (24 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · 8985 Double Diamond Pkwy Building B Suite 3, Reno, NV 89521, USA
Fight Frequency · 5.0/5 (37 reviews) · $150/mo · Gi · Members only · 5280 Longley Ln Unit 200, Reno, NV 89511, USA
Kids jiu-jitsu in Reno, NV: 10 academies teach children's BJJ, including 4 with a 3-6 little-kids program and 1 with teen classes. Start with a free trial and watch a class before you commit.
Most Reno 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 Reno?
4 Reno gyms take kids as young as 3-4 in a little-kids program. Most Reno academies start structured kids classes around age 5-6 and split by age and size from there.
Women's jiu-jitsu in Reno, NV
Women's jiu-jitsu in Reno, NV: 4 academies run women's classes or women's-only sessions. Drop in on a trial and meet the coaches before you sign anything.
4 Reno gyms list a women's program. Some are women's-only sessions, others are women's-focused within the regular schedule. Call ahead to confirm the format and times.
BJJ for beginners in Reno, NV
BJJ for beginners in Reno, NV: 12 academies have a free intro or trial class. Best move is to book one, watch a fundamentals session, and feel the room before you join.
Reno has 21 jiu jitsu gyms operating right now, 17 of which our team has verified directly. Their average Google rating is 4.9/5, pulled from 1,131 total ratings across 21 reviewed academies. Membership averages $133/mo and drop-ins about $20 across the 5 gyms that publish pricing. 4 gyms run a public open mat; 16 are members-only. Most reviewed: Gracie Humaita Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Martial Arts Reno (270 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.
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, Gracie Humaita Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Martial Arts Reno ranks #1 in Reno for 2026 (4.9 stars across 270 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 Reno?
Across the 5 Reno gyms that publish pricing, membership averages $133 a month and drop-ins about $20. 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 Reno, NV?
21 gyms listed. 17 are verified by our team.
Are there beginner BJJ classes in Reno?
Yes. Most Reno 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 Reno?
Most Reno 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 Reno?
Yes. Most Reno 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 Reno?