21 jiu jitsu gyms are training students in Houston 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 2,446 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.
Top 10 Jiu Jitsu Gyms in Houston (2026)
Alliance BJJ Houston - Houston — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Houston 2026 · JJA Score 56 · 4.9/5 (212 reviews) · Members only · 8498 S Sam Houston Pkwy E ste 1800, Houston, TX 77075, USA
Gracie Jiu Jitsu Houston — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Houston 2026 · JJA Score 54 · 5.0/5 (230 reviews) · Members only · Calliope Center, 14520 Memorial Dr SUITE #92, Houston, TX 77079, USA
Renzo Gracie Lake Houston — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Houston 2026 · JJA Score 54 · 4.9/5 (95 reviews) · Members only · 14555 W Lake Houston Pkwy, Houston, TX 77044, USA
Revolution Dojo Houston — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Houston 2026 · JJA Score 53 · 5.0/5 (188 reviews) · Members only · 319 St Emanuel St, Houston, TX 77002, USA
Trein Club — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Houston 2026 · JJA Score 53 · 4.9/5 (218 reviews) · Members only · 1102 Pinemont Dr Suite T, Houston, TX 77018, USA
Active Jiu Jitsu Houston — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Houston 2026 · JJA Score 52 · 5.0/5 (141 reviews) · Members only · 11020 Katy Fwy suite #113, Houston, TX 77043, USA
Brazil-021 Houston Jiu-Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Houston 2026 · JJA Score 52 · 4.9/5 (161 reviews) · Members only · 7580 S Renwick Dr, Houston, TX 77081, USA
All 21 Houston BJJ gyms, ranked
Revolution Dojo · 5.0/5 (123 reviews) · Members only · 967 Judiway St, Houston, TX 77018, USA
Artistry BJJ · 5.0/5 (97 reviews) · Members only · 10203 Market St Unit E, Houston, TX 77029, USA
Inspire Jiu-Jitsu Academy · 5.0/5 (82 reviews) · Members only · 4019 Richmond Ave., Houston, TX 77027, USA
Six Blades Jiu-Jitsu Midtown · 5.0/5 (9 reviews) · Members only · 4916 Main St Suite 121, Houston, TX 77002, USA
Houston jiu-jitsu gyms, by the numbers
Houston has 21 jiu jitsu gyms operating right now. Their average Google rating is 4.9/5, pulled from 2,446 total ratings across 21 reviewed academies. Most reviewed: Elite Mixed Martial Arts - Greenway Plaza/Galleria (238 Google reviews).
How we rank Houston 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, Alliance BJJ Houston - Houston ranks #1 in Houston for 2026 (4.9 stars across 212 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 Houston?
Most Houston 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 Houston, TX?
21 gyms listed.
Are there beginner BJJ classes in Houston?
Yes. Most Houston 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 Houston?
Most Houston 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 Houston?
Yes. Most Houston 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 Houston?