17 jiu jitsu gyms are training students in Albuquerque 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 1,079 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 Barra Albuquerque Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Albuquerque 2026 · JJA Score 54 · 5.0/5 (69 reviews) · Members only · 12251 Academy Rd NE #103, Albuquerque, NM 87120, USA
10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Albuquerque — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Albuquerque 2026 · JJA Score 54 · 5.0/5 (62 reviews) · Members only · 237 Eubank Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87123, USA
Jackson Wink MMA Academy — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Albuquerque 2026 · JJA Score 52 · 4.7/5 (136 reviews) · Members only · 301 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM 87102, USA
Carlos Machado Jiu-Jitsu Albuquerque — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Albuquerque 2026 · JJA Score 51 · 5.0/5 (71 reviews) · Members only · 5600 San Francisco Rd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109, USA
The War Room School of Jiu Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Albuquerque 2026 · JJA Score 50 · 5.0/5 (52 reviews) · Members only · 5617 Paradise Blvd NW, Albuquerque, NM 87114, USA
dark haven studio — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Albuquerque 2026 · JJA Score 49 · 4.8/5 (58 reviews) · Members only · 2637 Texas St NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110, USA
All 17 Albuquerque BJJ gyms, ranked
New Mexico Jiujitsu Academy · 4.9/5 (49 reviews) · Members only · 5600 San Francisco Rd NE # B, Albuquerque, NM 87109, USA
Smartjits · 5.0/5 (7 reviews) · Members only · 8520 Pan American Fwy NE, Albuquerque, NM 87113, USA
Albuquerque jiu-jitsu gyms, by the numbers
Albuquerque has 17 jiu jitsu gyms operating right now. Their average Google rating is 4.9/5, pulled from 1,079 total ratings across 17 reviewed academies. Most reviewed: Impact Jiu Jitsu Albuquerque (150 Google reviews).
How we rank Albuquerque 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, Carlson Gracie Albuquerque Brazilian JiuJitsu, Coyote Team ranks #1 in Albuquerque for 2026 (4.9 stars across 110 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 Albuquerque?
Most Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque, NM?
17 gyms listed.
Are there beginner BJJ classes in Albuquerque?
Yes. Most Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque?
Most Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque?
Yes. Most Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque?