12 jiu jitsu gyms are training students in McKinney 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 527 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 McKinney (2026)
NTX MMA — Top 10 BJJ Gym in McKinney 2026 · JJA Score 84 · 4.9/5 (43 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Competition team · 2010 W White St Suite 145
GUEGO BJJ TEAM MCKINNEY TX · 5.0/5 (11 reviews) · Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 1434 N Central Expy STE 122
Kids jiu-jitsu in McKinney, TX: 11 academies teach children's BJJ, including 4 with a 3-6 little-kids program and 4 with teen classes. Start with a free trial and watch a class before you commit.
Most McKinney gyms don't post kids pricing publicly. Youth BJJ typically runs $100-$180/mo. Nearly all offer a free trial.
What age can kids start jiu-jitsu in McKinney?
4 McKinney gyms take kids as young as 3-4 in a little-kids program. Most McKinney academies start structured kids classes around age 5-6 and split by age and size from there.
Beginner jiu-jitsu classes in McKinney, TX
BJJ for beginners in McKinney, TX: 11 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.
5 McKinney gyms list no-gi on the schedule. No-gi nights vary, so confirm the timetable with the gym before you head in.
McKinney's BJJ scene at a glance
McKinney has 12 jiu jitsu gyms operating right now, 11 of which our team has verified directly. Their average Google rating is 5.0/5, pulled from 527 total ratings across 12 reviewed academies. 3 gyms run a public open mat; 9 are members-only. Most reviewed: (CJJF) Caveirinha Jiu-Jitsu Family Academy - McKinney (120 Google reviews).
How we rank McKinney 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, NTX MMA ranks #1 in McKinney for 2026 (4.9 stars across 43 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 McKinney?
Most McKinney 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 McKinney, TX?
12 gyms listed. 11 are verified by our team.
Are there beginner BJJ classes in McKinney?
Yes. Most McKinney 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 McKinney?
Most McKinney 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 McKinney?
Yes. Most McKinney 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 McKinney?