19 jiu jitsu gyms are training students in New York 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 2,783 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 New York (2026)
10th Planet NYC No-Gi Jiu Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in New York 2026 · JJA Score 55 · 5.0/5 (168 reviews) · Members only · 35 W 43rd St 4th Floor, New York, NY 10036, USA
Renzo Gracie Academy — Top 10 BJJ Gym in New York 2026 · JJA Score 54 · 4.7/5 (217 reviews) · Members only · 224 W 30th St, New York, NY 10001, USA
Renzo Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Upper West Side — Top 10 BJJ Gym in New York 2026 · JJA Score 54 · 4.9/5 (136 reviews) · Members only · Subcellar, 246 Columbus Ave, New York, NY 10023, USA
Masterskya — Top 10 BJJ Gym in New York 2026 · JJA Score 54 · 5.0/5 (342 reviews) · Members only · 264 Canal St #2W, New York, NY 10013, USA
Marcelo Garcia Jiu-Jitsu NYC — Top 10 BJJ Gym in New York 2026 · JJA Score 54 · 4.9/5 (130 reviews) · Members only · 250 W 26th St, New York, NY 10001, USA
Renzo Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Wall Street — Top 10 BJJ Gym in New York 2026 · JJA Score 54 · 5.0/5 (106 reviews) · Members only · 22 New St, New York, NY 10005, USA
Clockwork Jiu Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in New York 2026 · JJA Score 53 · 5.0/5 (299 reviews) · Members only · 650 Broadway 2nd floor, New York, NY 10012, USA
SD Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu NYC — Top 10 BJJ Gym in New York 2026 · JJA Score 51 · 5.0/5 (151 reviews) · Members only · 333 W 52nd St 4th Floor - Suite 401, New York, NY 10019, USA
All 19 New York BJJ gyms, ranked
Radical MMA NYC · 4.9/5 (163 reviews) · Members only · 235 W 29th St, New York, NY 10001, USA
Fabio Clemente StudioX BJJ · 5.0/5 (132 reviews) · Members only · 6 St Marks Pl 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10003, USA
New York has 19 jiu jitsu gyms operating right now. Their average Google rating is 4.9/5, pulled from 2,783 total ratings across 19 reviewed academies. Most reviewed: Masterskya (342 Google reviews).
How we rank New York 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, 10th Planet NYC No-Gi Jiu Jitsu ranks #1 in New York for 2026 (5.0 stars across 168 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 New York?
Most New York 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 New York, NY?
19 gyms listed.
Are there beginner BJJ classes in New York?
Yes. Most New York 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 New York?
Most New York 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 New York?
Yes. Most New York 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 New York?