8 jiu jitsu gyms are training students in Charleston 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 378 ratings). The Top 3 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.
Black Label Martial Arts — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Charleston 2026 · JJA Score 53 · 4.8/5 (102 reviews) · Members only · 1850 Wallace School Rd # A, Charleston, SC 29407, USA
Charleston Krav Maga & BJJ — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Charleston 2026 · JJA Score 51 · 4.8/5 (72 reviews) · Members only · 1250 Wappoo Rd, Charleston, SC 29407, USA
All 8 Charleston BJJ gyms, ranked
Holy City Jiu Jitsu · 5.0/5 (38 reviews) · Members only · 327 Folly Rd A, Charleston, SC 29412, USA
Folly Jiu Jitsu · 5.0/5 (36 reviews) · Members only · 1622 Camp Rd, Charleston, SC 29412, USA
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Of Charleston · 5.0/5 (27 reviews) · Members only · 2070 Sam Rittenberg Blvd, Charleston, SC 29407, USA
Daniel Island Jiu Jitsu · 5.0/5 (25 reviews) · Members only · 126 Seven Farms Drive suite 270, Charleston, SC 29492, USA
Jiu-jitsu in Charleston by the numbers
Charleston has 8 jiu jitsu gyms operating right now. Their average Google rating is 5.0/5, pulled from 378 total ratings across 8 reviewed academies. Most reviewed: Black Label Martial Arts (102 Google reviews).
How we rank Charleston 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, Gracie Barra West Ashley Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Self Defense ranks #1 in Charleston for 2026 (5.0 stars across 53 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 Charleston?
Most Charleston 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 Charleston, SC?
8 gyms listed.
Are there beginner BJJ classes in Charleston?
Yes. Most Charleston 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 Charleston?
Most Charleston 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 Charleston?
Yes. Most Charleston 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 Charleston?