8 jiu jitsu gyms are training students in Memphis right now, ranked by the JJA Score — our blend of real Google reviews, class offerings, competition pedigree, and trust (currently averaging 4.7/5 across 794 ratings). The Top 5 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 5 Jiu Jitsu Gyms in Memphis (2026)
Memphis Judo Jiu Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Memphis 2026 · JJA Score 53 · 4.9/5 (475 reviews) · Members only · 7859 US-64 Suite 102, Memphis, TN 38133, USA
Midtown Krav Maga & Jiu Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Memphis 2026 · JJA Score 48 · 5.0/5 (89 reviews) · Members only · 416 N Cleveland St, Memphis, TN 38104, USA
Midtown Grappling Academy — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Memphis 2026 · JJA Score 48 · 5.0/5 (79 reviews) · Members only · 584 Tillman St Suite #2, Memphis, TN 38112, USA
Berserker Jiu-Jitsu Club — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Memphis 2026 · JJA Score 47 · 5.0/5 (60 reviews) · Members only · 2183 Young Ave, Memphis, TN 38104, USA
TNT Martial Arts — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Memphis 2026 · JJA Score 46 · 4.8/5 (56 reviews) · Members only · 5101 Sanderlin Ave, Memphis, TN 38117, USA
All 8 Memphis BJJ gyms, ranked
Law School MMA · 5.0/5 (27 reviews) · Members only · 3964 Park Ave, Memphis, TN 38111, USA
Stardust Jiu-Jitsu · 3.0/5 (2 reviews) · Members only · 510 Tillman St #108, Memphis, TN 38112, USA
Jiu-jitsu in Memphis by the numbers
Memphis has 8 jiu jitsu gyms operating right now. Their average Google rating is 4.7/5, pulled from 794 total ratings across 8 reviewed academies. Most reviewed: Memphis Judo Jiu Jitsu (475 Google reviews).
How we rank Memphis 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, Memphis Judo Jiu Jitsu ranks #1 in Memphis for 2026 (4.9 stars across 475 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 Memphis?
Most Memphis 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 Memphis, TN?
8 gyms listed.
Are there beginner BJJ classes in Memphis?
Yes. Most Memphis 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 Memphis?
Most Memphis 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 Memphis?
Yes. Most Memphis 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 Memphis?