46 jiu jitsu gyms are training students in Seattle 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 2,788 ratings). The Top 10 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.
Gracie Barra Bellevue — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Seattle 2026 · JJA Score 90 · 4.9/5 (85 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 2783 152nd Ave NE BLDG 8
Sleeper Jiu Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Seattle 2026 · JJA Score 87 · 4.9/5 (69 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Open mat · Competition team · 18623 Pacific Hwy
Cascade Jiu-Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Seattle 2026 · JJA Score 83 · 4.9/5 (46 reviews) · $150/mo · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 2221 Everett Ave Workroom
Northwest Jiu Jitsu Academy — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Seattle 2026 · JJA Score 81 · 4.9/5 (49 reviews) · $155/mo · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Open mat · Competition team · 942 N 95th St, Seattle, WA 98103, USA
Ivan Salaverry MMA — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Seattle 2026 · JJA Score 79 · 4.6/5 (65 reviews) · $308/mo · Gi & No-Gi · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 230 8th Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109, USA
Melvin Revilla Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Seattle 2026 · JJA Score 78 · 4.8/5 (69 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 13402 Bothell Everett Hwy Stu. 105
Lotus Jiu Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Seattle 2026 · JJA Score 77 · 4.9/5 (95 reviews) · Gi · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 9460 Rainier Ave S, Seattle, WA 98118, USA
Rebellion Jiu-Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Seattle 2026 · JJA Score 68 · 4.9/5 (91 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · 431 SW 152nd St
Alliance Jiu Jitsu Kent — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Seattle 2026 · JJA Score 67 · 5.0/5 (45 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Open mat · Free trial · 324 Washington Ave S
Isla Jiu Jitsu Academy — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Seattle 2026 · JJA Score 66 · 5.0/5 (90 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Open mat · Free trial · 2016 S 320th St Suite C
All 46 Seattle BJJ gyms, ranked
Gracie Barra Edmonds Brazilian Jiu Jitsu · 5.0/5 (30 reviews) · $199/mo · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 201 5th Ave S #208
Synapse Jiu Jitsu · 5.0/5 (13 reviews) · $185/mo · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 13600 NE 20th St suite f
Tenzan Jiu Jitsu · 5.0/5 (25 reviews) · $175/mo · Gi & No-Gi · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 7700 Aurora Ave N, Seattle, WA 98103, USA
Kenzodin Jiu Jitsu · 5.0/5 (33 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 502 16th St NE Suite 300B
Cornerstone Jiu Jitsu, Silverdale · 5.0/5 (32 reviews) · Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Competition team · 10030 Silverdale Way NW Suite 107
Combat Arts Academy · 4.9/5 (71 reviews) · Gi · Open mat · Free trial · 5050 Delridge Wy SW, Seattle, WA 98106, USA
Framework BJJ Seattle · 5.0/5 (40 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Open mat · 900 Elliott Ave W, Seattle, WA 98119, USA
Praxis Brazilian Jiu Jitsu · 4.6/5 (70 reviews) · Gi · Members only · 506 2nd Ave W, Seattle, WA 98119, USA
Seattle Jiu-Jitsu Academy · 4.9/5 (93 reviews) · Members only · 5900 Airport Wy S Suite 121, Seattle, WA 98108, USA
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Seattle · 5.0/5 (43 reviews) · Members only · 4457 36th Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98126, USA
Jiu-jitsu for kids in Seattle, WA
Kids jiu-jitsu in Seattle, WA: 23 academies teach children's BJJ, including 9 with a 3-6 little-kids program and 7 with teen classes. Start with a free trial and watch a class before you commit.
Most Seattle 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 Seattle?
9 Seattle gyms take kids as young as 3-4 in a little-kids program. Most Seattle academies start structured kids classes around age 5-6 and split by age and size from there.
BJJ for women in Seattle, WA
Women's jiu-jitsu in Seattle, WA: 11 academies run women's classes or women's-only sessions. Drop in on a trial and meet the coaches before you sign anything.
11 Seattle gyms list a women's program. Some are women's-only sessions, others are women's-focused within the regular schedule. Call ahead to confirm the format and times.
Beginner jiu-jitsu classes in Seattle, WA
BJJ for beginners in Seattle, WA: 26 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.
Seattle has 46 jiu jitsu gyms operating right now, 29 of which our team has verified directly. Their average Google rating is 4.9/5, pulled from 2,788 total ratings across 46 reviewed academies. Membership averages $174/mo and drop-ins about $31 across the 13 gyms that publish pricing. 21 gyms run a public open mat; 25 are members-only. Most reviewed: Mat Chess Mixed Martial Arts (224 Google reviews).
Nearby BJJ gyms in Washington
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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 Bellevue ranks #1 in Seattle for 2026 (4.9 stars across 85 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 Seattle?
Across the 13 Seattle gyms that publish pricing, membership averages $174 a month and drop-ins about $31. Many don't list rates publicly. Industry standard is $150-$250/mo unlimited, $20-$40 drop-in. Free trial classes are common. Book one before you sign up.
How many jiu jitsu gyms are in Seattle, WA?
46 gyms listed. 29 are verified by our team.
Are there beginner BJJ classes in Seattle?
Yes. Most Seattle 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 Seattle?
Most Seattle 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 Seattle?
Yes. Most Seattle 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 Seattle?