32 jiu jitsu gyms are training students in Brooklyn 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 3,295 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.
Top 10 Jiu Jitsu Gyms in Brooklyn (2026)
Park Slope Academy of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Brooklyn 2026 · JJA Score 95 · 4.9/5 (186 reviews) · $270/mo · 41 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 518 5th Ave
Glory Martial Arts Center — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Brooklyn 2026 · JJA Score 94 · 5.0/5 (427 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 9312 4th Ave
Pillar jiujitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Brooklyn 2026 · JJA Score 87 · 4.9/5 (169 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 1661 Nostrand Ave
Renzo Gracie Fight Academy — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Brooklyn 2026 · JJA Score 84 · 4.3/5 (64 reviews) · 70 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 100 Bayard St
Johnny Karate NYC / JMA Brazilian jiu jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Brooklyn 2026 · JJA Score 83 · 5.0/5 (140 reviews) · $180/mo · 7 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 534 Court St
JMA BKNY/Caio Terra Academy Brooklyn — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Brooklyn 2026 · JJA Score 83 · 4.6/5 (82 reviews) · $175/mo · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 2651 Coney Island Ave
Brooklyn Martial Arts — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Brooklyn 2026 · JJA Score 83 · 4.6/5 (163 reviews) · Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 293 Livingston St
Warriors Nation MMA — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Brooklyn 2026 · JJA Score 82 · 5.0/5 (80 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 166 Water St
Darfight Martial Arts — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Brooklyn 2026 · JJA Score 82 · 5.0/5 (216 reviews) · Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 130 Brighton Beach Ave 2nd Floor
Generation Judo, Sambo, Kickboxing — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Brooklyn 2026 · JJA Score 82 · 4.9/5 (88 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 275 Avenue U
All 32 Brooklyn BJJ gyms, ranked
Chop & Chops MMA · 5.0/5 (56 reviews) · $225/mo · Gi · Kids classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 1110 Dekalb Ave
South Brooklyn BJJ @ Darfight · 5.0/5 (51 reviews) · 9 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 130 Brighton Beach Ave 2nd Floor
The Grappling Club · 5.0/5 (44 reviews) · $220/mo · Gi & No-Gi · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 370 S 4th St
555 Jiu-Jitsu · 5.0/5 (42 reviews) · Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 555 Waverly Ave
Gregor Gracie Jiu-Jitsu · 5.0/5 (195 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Open mat · Free trial · 153 Bridge Park Dr
Brooklyn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu · 4.9/5 (260 reviews) · Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · 6320 Bay Pkwy
Zero G Brazilian Jiu Jitsu · 4.9/5 (30 reviews) · 25 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 319 Columbia St
Vagabond Jiu Jitsu · 4.7/5 (20 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 403 Nostrand Ave
Williamsburg MMA · 4.9/5 (29 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 42A Dobbin St
Fort Greene Brazilian Jiu Jitsu · 5.0/5 (2 reviews) · 16 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 412 Myrtle Ave
Kings Combat Williamsburg · 4.8/5 (35 reviews) · $199/mo · Gi · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 219 S 3rd St
Windsor Terrace Martial Arts · 5.0/5 (26 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · 1256 Prospect Ave
The 47 BJJ Coop · 4.6/5 (20 reviews) · $200/mo · Gi & No-Gi · Members only · Free trial · 396 Rogers Ave
Team MAD Grappler · 5.0/5 (37 reviews) · Members only · 2085 Coney Island Ave 3rd Floor
Jutsu USA · 5.0/5 (18 reviews) · Members only · 2533 65th St
Jiu-jitsu for kids in Brooklyn, NY
Kids jiu-jitsu in Brooklyn, NY: 21 academies teach children's BJJ, including 4 with a 3-6 little-kids program and 7 with teen classes. Expect around $320/mo for youth. Start with a free trial and watch a class before you commit.
Across Brooklyn gyms that publish youth pricing, kids jiu-jitsu averages about $320 a month. Most run a free trial class first.
What age can kids start jiu-jitsu in Brooklyn?
4 Brooklyn gyms take kids as young as 3-4 in a little-kids program. Most Brooklyn academies start structured kids classes around age 5-6 and split by age and size from there.
BJJ for women in Brooklyn, NY
Women's jiu-jitsu in Brooklyn, NY: 10 academies run women's classes or women's-only sessions. Drop in on a trial and meet the coaches before you sign anything.
10 Brooklyn 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.
Try jiu-jitsu in Brooklyn, NY (free trials)
BJJ for beginners in Brooklyn, NY: 24 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.
17 Brooklyn gyms list no-gi on the schedule. No-gi nights vary, so confirm the timetable with the gym before you head in.
Brooklyn jiu-jitsu gyms, by the numbers
Brooklyn has 32 jiu jitsu gyms operating right now, 23 of which our team has verified directly. Their average Google rating is 4.9/5, pulled from 3,295 total ratings across 32 reviewed academies. Membership averages $196/mo and drop-ins about $34 across the 8 gyms that publish pricing. 9 gyms run a public open mat; 23 are members-only. Most reviewed: Glory Martial Arts Center (427 Google reviews).
How we rank Brooklyn 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, Park Slope Academy of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu ranks #1 in Brooklyn for 2026 (4.9 stars across 186 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 Brooklyn?
Across the 8 Brooklyn gyms that publish pricing, membership averages $196 a month and drop-ins about $34. 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 Brooklyn, NY?
32 gyms listed. 23 are verified by our team.
Are there beginner BJJ classes in Brooklyn?
Yes. Most Brooklyn 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 Brooklyn?
Most Brooklyn 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 Brooklyn?
Yes. Most Brooklyn 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 Brooklyn?