9 jiu jitsu gyms are training students in Milwaukee 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 613 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 Milwaukee (2026)
Wanderley Jiu Jitsu & MMA — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Milwaukee 2026 · JJA Score 54 · 5.0/5 (191 reviews) · Members only · 5352 N 118th Ct, Milwaukee, WI 53225, USA
Roufusport MMA — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Milwaukee 2026 · JJA Score 50 · 4.7/5 (123 reviews) · Members only · Lower level below Blue's Egg Cafe, 321 N 76th St, Milwaukee, WI 53213, USA
Pura Vida BJJ & MMA — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Milwaukee 2026 · JJA Score 50 · 4.9/5 (74 reviews) · Members only · 4125 N Richards St, Milwaukee, WI 53212, USA
Neutral Ground Academy — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Milwaukee 2026 · JJA Score 49 · 5.0/5 (53 reviews) · Members only · 932 E Pleasant St, Milwaukee, WI 53202, USA
White Lotus Brazilian Jiu Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Milwaukee 2026 · JJA Score 48 · 4.9/5 (54 reviews) · Members only · 420 S 1st St, Milwaukee, WI 53204, USA
Red Schafer Mixed Martial Arts — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Milwaukee 2026 · JJA Score 48 · 5.0/5 (42 reviews) · Members only · 811 E Vienna Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53212, USA
All 9 Milwaukee BJJ gyms, ranked
Free Form Jiu Jitsu · 5.0/5 (35 reviews) · Members only · 587 E Erie St, Milwaukee, WI 53202, USA
Zero To 100 Fitness & MMA · 4.5/5 (19 reviews) · Members only · 706 N 26th St, Milwaukee, WI 53233, USA
Milwaukee's BJJ scene at a glance
Milwaukee has 9 jiu jitsu gyms operating right now. Their average Google rating is 4.9/5, pulled from 613 total ratings across 9 reviewed academies. Most reviewed: Wanderley Jiu Jitsu & MMA (191 Google reviews).
How we rank Milwaukee 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, Wanderley Jiu Jitsu & MMA ranks #1 in Milwaukee for 2026 (5.0 stars across 191 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 Milwaukee?
Most Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee, WI?
9 gyms listed.
Are there beginner BJJ classes in Milwaukee?
Yes. Most Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee?
Most Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee?
Yes. Most Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee?