14 jiu jitsu gyms are training students in Arlington 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 1,252 ratings). The Top 6 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.
Cloud Nine MMA — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Arlington 2026 · JJA Score 86 · 5.0/5 (90 reviews) · $199/mo · 15 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 1156 107th St., Arlington, TX 76011, USA
V-FIT HOUSE of CHAMPIONS — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Arlington 2026 · JJA Score 82 · 4.7/5 (111 reviews) · 57 classes/wk · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 5300 W Arkansas Ln #140, Arlington, TX 76016, USA
Bushido Martial Arts Academy — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Arlington 2026 · JJA Score 74 · 5.0/5 (53 reviews) · 9 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Competition team · 1304 W Arkansas Ln, Arlington, TX 76013, USA
Alvarez Brazilian Jiu Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Arlington 2026 · JJA Score 90 · 4.9/5 (735 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 1118 W Harris Rd #102, Arlington, TX 76001, USA
TX Black Belt Academy Arlington — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Arlington 2026 · JJA Score 67 · 4.8/5 (77 reviews) · Kids classes · Members only · Competition team · 1618 W Randol Mill Rd, Arlington, TX 76012, USA
JJ Machado DFW - Bedford · 5.0/5 (7 reviews) · 1 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 2843 Central Dr
Savage Krav Maga - Arlington · 4.8/5 (22 reviews) · 5 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 7800 S Cooper St, Arlington, TX 76001, USA
Sambo Nation HQ · 5.0/5 (39 reviews) · Members only · 2091 E Division St, Arlington, TX 76011, USA
Arlington Fight Club · 5.0/5 (5 reviews) · Members only · Arlington, TX 76011, USA
Kids jiu-jitsu gyms in Arlington, TX
Kids jiu-jitsu in Arlington, TX: 11 academies teach children's BJJ, including 3 with a 3-6 little-kids program and 8 with teen classes. Expect around $150/mo for youth. Start with a free trial and watch a class before you commit.
Across Arlington gyms that publish youth pricing, kids jiu-jitsu averages about $150 a month. Most run a free trial class first.
What age can kids start jiu-jitsu in Arlington?
3 Arlington gyms take kids as young as 3-4 in a little-kids program. Most Arlington academies start structured kids classes around age 5-6 and split by age and size from there.
Women's BJJ classes in Arlington, TX
Women's jiu-jitsu in Arlington, TX: 5 academies run women's classes or women's-only sessions. Drop in on a trial and meet the coaches before you sign anything.
5 Arlington 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 Arlington, TX
BJJ for beginners in Arlington, TX: 8 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.
Arlington has 14 jiu jitsu gyms operating right now, 4 of which our team has verified directly. Their average Google rating is 4.9/5, pulled from 1,252 total ratings across 14 reviewed academies. Membership averages $187/mo and drop-ins about $30 across the 2 gyms that publish pricing. Most reviewed: Alvarez Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (735 Google reviews).
Nearby BJJ gyms in Texas
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, Cloud Nine MMA ranks #1 in Arlington for 2026 (5.0 stars across 90 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 Arlington?
Across the 2 Arlington gyms that publish pricing, membership averages $187 a month and drop-ins about $30. 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 Arlington, TX?
14 gyms listed. 4 are verified by our team.
Are there beginner BJJ classes in Arlington?
Yes. Most Arlington 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 Arlington?
Most Arlington 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 Arlington?
Yes. Most Arlington 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 Arlington?