10 jiu jitsu gyms are training students in Salt Lake City 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 669 ratings). The Top 7 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.
10Th Planet Jiu Jitsu Salt Lake City — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Salt Lake City 2026 · JJA Score 52 · 5.0/5 (50 reviews) · Members only · 215 S 1000 E, Salt Lake City, UT 84111, USA
The Pit SLC — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Salt Lake City 2026 · JJA Score 50 · 4.9/5 (102 reviews) · Members only · 1171 Richards St, Salt Lake City, UT 84101, USA
Combat Arts Strength & Conditioning — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Salt Lake City 2026 · JJA Score 49 · 5.0/5 (68 reviews) · Members only · Basement of Church and State, 370 S 300 E, Salt Lake City, UT 84111, USA
Salt Lake Capoeira & Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Salt Lake City 2026 · JJA Score 48 · 5.0/5 (46 reviews) · Members only · 663 W 100 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84101, USA
Marangoni Brazilian Jiu-jitsu Academy — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Salt Lake City 2026 · JJA Score 47 · 5.0/5 (45 reviews) · Members only · 480 E 6th Ave, Salt Lake City, UT 84103, USA
Bernales Institute of Martial Arts — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Salt Lake City 2026 · JJA Score 47 · 4.9/5 (50 reviews) · Members only · 2257 State St, Salt Lake City, UT 84115, USA
Salt Lake City has 10 jiu jitsu gyms operating right now. Their average Google rating is 5.0/5, pulled from 669 total ratings across 10 reviewed academies. Most reviewed: GRACIE BARRA SALT LAKE CITY - BRAZILIAN JIU JITSU & SELF DEFENSE (264 Google reviews).
How we rank Salt Lake City 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, GRACIE BARRA SALT LAKE CITY - BRAZILIAN JIU JITSU & SELF DEFENSE ranks #1 in Salt Lake City for 2026 (4.9 stars across 264 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 Salt Lake City?
Most Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City, UT?
10 gyms listed.
Are there beginner BJJ classes in Salt Lake City?
Yes. Most Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City?
Most Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City?
Yes. Most Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City?