8 jiu jitsu gyms are training students in Chesapeake 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 505 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.
Virginia TaeKwonDo & Jiu-Jitsu Academy — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Chesapeake 2026 · JJA Score 49 · 4.9/5 (77 reviews) · Members only · 1245 Cedar Rd, Chesapeake, VA 23322, USA
Heel Hooks Jiu Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Chesapeake 2026 · JJA Score 49 · 5.0/5 (56 reviews) · Members only · 801 Volvo Pkwy #125, Chesapeake, VA 23320, USA
Chesapeake Grappling Academy — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Chesapeake 2026 · JJA Score 48 · 5.0/5 (49 reviews) · Members only · 108 W Kegman Rd suite 102, Chesapeake, VA 23322, USA
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Chesapeake/Hampton Roads Karate — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Chesapeake 2026 · JJA Score 48 · 5.0/5 (44 reviews) · Members only · 800 S Battlefield Blvd #110, Chesapeake, VA 23322, USA
Violent Hippie Academy — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Chesapeake 2026 · JJA Score 47 · 4.9/5 (44 reviews) · Members only · 200 Tintern Ct Suite 111, Chesapeake, VA 23320, USA
All 8 Chesapeake BJJ gyms, ranked
Tidewater Jiu-Jitsu Academy · 5.0/5 (17 reviews) · Members only · 648 Grassfield Pkwy #18, Chesapeake, VA 23322, USA
Chesapeake has 8 jiu jitsu gyms operating right now. Their average Google rating is 5.0/5, pulled from 505 total ratings across 8 reviewed academies. Most reviewed: Da Firma Training Center Gracie Jiu Jitsu & Athletic Performance (215 Google reviews).
How we rank Chesapeake 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, Da Firma Training Center Gracie Jiu Jitsu & Athletic Performance ranks #1 in Chesapeake for 2026 (4.9 stars across 215 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 Chesapeake?
Most Chesapeake 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 Chesapeake, VA?
8 gyms listed.
Are there beginner BJJ classes in Chesapeake?
Yes. Most Chesapeake 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 Chesapeake?
Most Chesapeake 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 Chesapeake?
Yes. Most Chesapeake 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 Chesapeake?