12 jiu jitsu gyms are training students in Rochester 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 870 ratings). The Top 7 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.
BEDROC MMA — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Rochester 2026 · JJA Score 80 · 4.8/5 (43 reviews) · 22 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Open mat · Competition team · 140 Railroad St, Rochester, NY 14609, USA
Empire Academy of Combat Sports and Fitness — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Rochester 2026 · JJA Score 87 · 4.9/5 (53 reviews) · 37 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · University Building Center, 1150 University Ave #5, Rochester, NY 14607, USA
Ronin Martial Arts Academy — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Rochester 2026 · JJA Score 81 · 4.9/5 (51 reviews) · $99/mo · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 49 St. Bridget's Drive Emmett Street Entrance, 3rd Floor, Rochester, NY 14605, USA
Level Up Martial Arts — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Rochester 2026 · JJA Score 77 · 4.9/5 (224 reviews) · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 1044 East Ridge Road, Rochester, NY 14621, USA
Samurai Martial Arts — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Rochester 2026 · JJA Score 69 · 4.8/5 (54 reviews) · Gi · Members only · Competition team · 1512 Spencerport Rd, Rochester, NY 14606, USA
Murray's Martial Arts — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Rochester 2026 · JJA Score 63 · 5.0/5 (229 reviews) · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · 4410 Dewey Ave, Rochester, NY 14616, USA
Synthesis Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Rochester 2026 · JJA Score 50 · 4.9/5 (102 reviews) · Members only · 1225 Jefferson Rd a201, Rochester, NY 14623, USA
All 12 Rochester BJJ gyms, ranked
Nova Jiu Jitsu · 5.0/5 (30 reviews) · $145/mo · 33 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 3300 Monroe Ave Suite 300, Rochester, NY 14618, USA
Rochester Top Team · 4.8/5 (15 reviews) · 32 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 1900 S Clinton Ave Suite 430, Rochester, NY 14618, USA
Rochester Phoenix Martial Arts · 5.0/5 (38 reviews) · $149/mo · Gi & No-Gi · Members only · Free trial · 563 Titus Ave, Rochester, NY 14617, USA
Shogun West Brazilian Jiu Jitsu · 5.0/5 (26 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · 880 Elmgrove Rd, Rochester, NY 14624, USA
Rochester Judo · 5.0/5 (5 reviews) · Members only · 563 Titus Ave, Rochester, NY 14617, USA
Kids BJJ classes in Rochester, NY
Looking for kids BJJ classes in Rochester? 8 Rochester gyms run a youth jiu-jitsu program, 3 with a little-kids (ages 3-6) track and 5 with a dedicated teens class. Kids memberships average about $90/mo. Most offer a free trial so your child can try a class first.
Across Rochester gyms that publish youth pricing, kids jiu-jitsu averages about $90 a month. Most run a free trial class first.
What age can kids start jiu-jitsu in Rochester?
3 Rochester gyms take kids as young as 3-4 in a little-kids program. Most Rochester academies start structured kids classes around age 5-6 and split by age and size from there.
BJJ for beginners in Rochester, NY
New to jiu-jitsu in Rochester? 8 Rochester gyms offer a free trial class so you can start with zero experience and no gear. No commitment until you've rolled.
Rochester has 12 jiu jitsu gyms operating right now, 3 of which our team has verified directly. Their average Google rating is 4.9/5, pulled from 870 total ratings across 12 reviewed academies. Membership averages $131/mo and drop-ins about $20 across the 3 gyms that publish pricing. 2 gyms run a public open mat; 10 are members-only. Most reviewed: Murray's Martial Arts (229 Google reviews).
Nearby BJJ gyms in New York
Closest jiu jitsu cities to this one. Useful if you commute or train at multiple gyms.
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, BEDROC MMA ranks #1 in Rochester for 2026 (4.8 stars across 43 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 Rochester?
Across the 3 Rochester gyms that publish pricing, membership averages $131 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 Rochester, NY?
12 gyms listed. 3 are verified by our team.
Are there beginner BJJ classes in Rochester?
Yes. Most Rochester 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 Rochester?
Most Rochester 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 Rochester?
Yes. Most Rochester 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 Rochester?