8 jiu jitsu gyms are training students in Norfolk 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 520 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.
Top 6 Jiu Jitsu Gyms in Norfolk (2026)
Kobukan Martial Arts Academy — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Norfolk 2026 · JJA Score 53 · 4.9/5 (148 reviews) · Members only · 4552 E Princess Anne Rd, Norfolk, VA 23502, USA
The House of Muay Thai — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Norfolk 2026 · JJA Score 52 · 5.0/5 (100 reviews) · Members only · 2119 Colonial Ave, Norfolk, VA 23517, USA
Total Wing Chun Jujitsu Ryu Academy — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Norfolk 2026 · JJA Score 51 · 5.0/5 (76 reviews) · Members only · 3525 Colley Ave, Norfolk, VA 23508, USA
Clayton Phillips Jiu Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Norfolk 2026 · JJA Score 51 · 5.0/5 (69 reviews) · Members only · 222 W 21st St, Norfolk, VA 23517, USA
Gustavo Machado Norfolk — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Norfolk 2026 · JJA Score 49 · 5.0/5 (41 reviews) · Members only · 3856 E Little Creek Rd, Norfolk, VA 23518, USA
All 8 Norfolk BJJ gyms, ranked
Ocean View Martial Arts · 4.7/5 (24 reviews) · Members only · 9651 1st View St a, Norfolk, VA 23503, USA
KBMT Norfolk · 5.0/5 (5 reviews) · Members only · 3856 E Little Creek Rd, Norfolk, VA 23518, USA
Training jiu-jitsu in Norfolk: the data
Norfolk has 8 jiu jitsu gyms operating right now. Their average Google rating is 4.9/5, pulled from 520 total ratings across 8 reviewed academies. Most reviewed: Kobukan Martial Arts Academy (148 Google reviews).
How we rank Norfolk 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, Kobukan Martial Arts Academy ranks #1 in Norfolk for 2026 (4.9 stars across 148 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 Norfolk?
Most Norfolk 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 Norfolk, VA?
8 gyms listed.
Are there beginner BJJ classes in Norfolk?
Yes. Most Norfolk 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 Norfolk?
Most Norfolk 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 Norfolk?
Yes. Most Norfolk 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 Norfolk?