11 jiu jitsu gyms are training students in Columbia right now, ranked by the JJA Score — our blend of real Google reviews, class offerings, competition pedigree, and trust (currently averaging 4.8/5 across 1,506 ratings). The Top 9 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 9 Jiu Jitsu Gyms in Columbia (2026)
Legacy Martial Arts - Columbia (Northeast) — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Columbia 2026 · JJA Score 53 · 4.9/5 (381 reviews) · Members only · 494-4 Town Center Pl, Columbia, SC 29229, USA
Legacy Martial Arts - Columbia — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Columbia 2026 · JJA Score 53 · 4.9/5 (375 reviews) · Members only · 4711 Forest Dr Suite 10, Columbia, SC 29206, USA
Lycan Mixed Martial Arts — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Columbia 2026 · JJA Score 52 · 5.0/5 (260 reviews) · Members only · 1916 Taylor St, Columbia, SC 29201, USA
Spartan Academy Mixed Martial Arts — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Columbia 2026 · JJA Score 50 · 4.9/5 (159 reviews) · Members only · 6169 St Andrews Rd Suite 130, Columbia, SC 29212, USA
Jitsu Academy SC — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Columbia 2026 · JJA Score 47 · 4.9/5 (67 reviews) · Members only · 1674 Lake Murray Blvd, Columbia, SC 29212, USA
Deep Waters Jiu Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Columbia 2026 · JJA Score 47 · 5.0/5 (55 reviews) · Members only · 1901 Hampton St, Columbia, SC 29201, USA
Black Flag Training Group — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Columbia 2026 · JJA Score 47 · 5.0/5 (44 reviews) · Members only · 2901 Two Notch Rd suite A-0, Columbia, SC 29204, USA
The Warrior Warehouse — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Columbia 2026 · JJA Score 45 · 4.6/5 (66 reviews) · Members only · 2901 Two Notch Rd, Columbia, SC 29204, USA
Warrior Fitness & Martial Arts — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Columbia 2026 · JJA Score 44 · 4.4/5 (58 reviews) · Members only · 1055 Market Rd, Columbia, SC 29201, USA
Columbia has 11 jiu jitsu gyms operating right now. Their average Google rating is 4.8/5, pulled from 1,506 total ratings across 11 reviewed academies. Most reviewed: Legacy Martial Arts - Columbia (Northeast) (381 Google reviews).
How we rank Columbia 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, Legacy Martial Arts - Columbia (Northeast) ranks #1 in Columbia for 2026 (4.9 stars across 381 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 Columbia?
Most Columbia 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 Columbia, SC?
11 gyms listed.
Are there beginner BJJ classes in Columbia?
Yes. Most Columbia 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 Columbia?
Most Columbia 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 Columbia?
Yes. Most Columbia 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 Columbia?