Best Jiu Jitsu Gyms in Raleigh, NC (2026)

20 jiu jitsu gyms are training students in Raleigh right now, ranked by the JJA Score — our blend of real Google reviews, class offerings, competition pedigree, and trust (currently averaging 5.0/5 across 1,289 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.

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Top 10 Jiu Jitsu Gyms in Raleigh (2026)

  1. G13 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu | World-Class BJJ | Kids Martial Arts & Self-Defense | Worldwide Team | Holly Springs, NC — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Raleigh 2026 · JJA Score 80 · 5.0/5 (70 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Competition team · 5300 Sunset Lake Rd
  2. Gracie Raleigh — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Raleigh 2026 · JJA Score 78 · 5.0/5 (149 reviews) · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 1609 Old Louisburg Rd, Raleigh, NC 27604, USA
  3. Pendergrass Academy of Martial Arts — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Raleigh 2026 · JJA Score 57 · 5.0/5 (334 reviews) · Members only · 2921 Wakefield Crossing Dr #100, Raleigh, NC 27614, USA
  4. Tawheed Jiu-Jitsu Academy — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Raleigh 2026 · JJA Score 56 · 5.0/5 (40 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Open mat · 5279 N Roxboro St
  5. Hometown Martial Arts — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Raleigh 2026 · JJA Score 55 · 5.0/5 (100 reviews) · Members only · Free trial · 5500 Atlantic Springs Rd Suite 107-108, Raleigh, NC 27616, USA
  6. Royce Gracie Jiu Jitsu Academy of Raleigh — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Raleigh 2026 · JJA Score 55 · 4.8/5 (142 reviews) · Members only · Free trial · 3647 Trust Dr, Raleigh, NC 27616, USA
  7. IRONGRIP Brazilian Jiu Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Raleigh 2026 · JJA Score 53 · 5.0/5 (60 reviews) · Open mat · Free trial · 731 W Hargett St, Raleigh, NC 27603, USA
  8. Fight Flow Academy — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Raleigh 2026 · JJA Score 52 · 4.9/5 (95 reviews) · Members only · 900 E Six Forks Rd, Raleigh, NC 27604, USA
  9. Raleigh Brazilian Jiujitsu and Muay Thai — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Raleigh 2026 · JJA Score 50 · 4.8/5 (64 reviews) · Members only · Entrance around back of building. Right side!, 3501 Spring Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC 27616, USA
  10. ATOS BRAZILIAN JIU JITSU RALEIGH — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Raleigh 2026 · JJA Score 51 · 5.0/5 (53 reviews) · Open mat · 2720 Lake Wheeler Rd Suite 107, Raleigh, NC 27603, USA

All 20 Raleigh BJJ gyms, ranked

  1. Open Guard BJJ · 4.9/5 (28 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 737 Center St
  2. Endeavor Martial Arts - Gracie Brier Creek · 4.9/5 (34 reviews) · Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Competition team · 10251 Little Brier Creek Ln #107
  3. Oak City Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu · 5.0/5 (21 reviews) · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 5655 Western Blvd, Raleigh, NC 27606, USA
  4. Gracie Barra Knightdale Jiu Jitsu and Self Defense · 5.0/5 (9 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · 827 N Smithfield Rd
  5. Team Raines Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu · 4.9/5 (28 reviews) · Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Open mat · Free trial · 102 S First Ave
  6. RDU Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu · 5.0/5 (2 reviews) · Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · 6405 Westgate Rd #107
  7. The Jiu-Jitsu Exchange · 5.0/5 (21 reviews) · Open mat · 8813 Gulf Ct Unit I, Raleigh, NC 27617, USA
  8. DAGR Submission Fighting Institute - Jiu Jitsu & MMA · 5.0/5 (11 reviews) · Members only · 5563 Western Blvd Suite 12, Raleigh, NC 27606, USA
  9. Geoff Balme's Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu · 5.0/5 (3 reviews) · Members only · Triangle Town Center Commons
  10. Arrow MMA · 5.0/5 (25 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Open mat · Free trial · 280 Towerview Ct

Kids BJJ classes in Raleigh, NC

Kids jiu-jitsu in Raleigh, NC: 7 academies teach children's BJJ, including 5 with a 3-6 little-kids program and 2 with teen classes. Start with a free trial and watch a class before you commit.

How much are kids BJJ classes in Raleigh?

Most Raleigh 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 Raleigh?

5 Raleigh gyms take kids as young as 3-4 in a little-kids program. Most Raleigh academies start structured kids classes around age 5-6 and split by age and size from there.

Women's BJJ classes in Raleigh, NC

Women's jiu-jitsu in Raleigh, NC: 4 academies run women's classes or women's-only sessions. Drop in on a trial and meet the coaches before you sign anything.

Are there women's-only BJJ classes in Raleigh?

4 Raleigh 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 Raleigh, NC

BJJ for beginners in Raleigh, NC: 10 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.

Where can a beginner try BJJ in Raleigh?

10 Raleigh gyms offer a free trial. Look for "fundamentals" or "all levels" on the schedule, wear gym clothes, and just show up to your booked trial.

Submission grappling in Raleigh, NC

No-gi BJJ in Raleigh, NC: 5 academies train no-gi. Bring shorts and a rashguard, book a trial, and see how the room rolls.

Which Raleigh gyms offer no-gi?

5 Raleigh gyms list no-gi on the schedule. No-gi nights vary, so confirm the timetable with the gym before you head in.

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Raleigh jiu-jitsu gyms, by the numbers

Raleigh has 20 jiu jitsu gyms operating right now, 18 of which our team has verified directly. Their average Google rating is 5.0/5, pulled from 1,289 total ratings across 20 reviewed academies. 7 gyms run a public open mat; 13 are members-only. Most reviewed: Pendergrass Academy of Martial Arts (334 Google reviews).

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How we rank Raleigh 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.

Raleigh jiu jitsu FAQs

What is the best jiu jitsu gym in Raleigh?

By the JJA Score, G13 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu | World-Class BJJ | Kids Martial Arts & Self-Defense | Worldwide Team | Holly Springs, NC ranks #1 in Raleigh for 2026 (5.0 stars across 70 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 Raleigh?

Most Raleigh 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 Raleigh, NC?

20 gyms listed. 18 are verified by our team.

Are there beginner BJJ classes in Raleigh?

Yes. Most Raleigh 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 Raleigh?

Most Raleigh 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 Raleigh?

Yes. Most Raleigh 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 Raleigh?

5.0 out of 5, based on 20 rated academies.