7 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 898 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 Arlington (2026)
Pentagon Mixed Martial Arts — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Arlington 2026 · JJA Score 53 · 4.9/5 (263 reviews) · Members only · 1041 S Edgewood St, Arlington, VA 22204, USA
District Martial Arts | MMA Gym — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Arlington 2026 · JJA Score 53 · 4.9/5 (261 reviews) · Members only · 927 N Quincy St, Arlington, VA 22203, USA
Kogaion Academy Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Judo — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Arlington 2026 · JJA Score 51 · 5.0/5 (113 reviews) · Members only · 2788 S Arlington Mill Dr #100, Arlington, VA 22206, USA
Urban Boxing Arlington — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Arlington 2026 · JJA Score 51 · 4.9/5 (131 reviews) · Members only · 3701 Fairfax Dr, Arlington, VA 22203, USA
EvolveAll - Martial Arts and Training Studio — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Arlington 2026 · JJA Score 50 · 5.0/5 (80 reviews) · Members only · 1058 S Walter Reed Dr, Arlington, VA 22204, USA
Arlington has 7 jiu jitsu gyms operating right now. Their average Google rating is 4.9/5, pulled from 898 total ratings across 7 reviewed academies. Most reviewed: Pentagon Mixed Martial Arts (263 Google reviews).
How we rank Arlington 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, Pentagon Mixed Martial Arts ranks #1 in Arlington for 2026 (4.9 stars across 263 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?
Most Arlington 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 Arlington, VA?
7 gyms listed.
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?