20 jiu jitsu gyms are training students in San Jose 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 1,035 ratings). The Top 9 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 9 Jiu Jitsu Gyms in San Jose (2026)
Gloglo Brazilian Jiu-jitsu, Kickboxing & Fitness Academy — Top 10 BJJ Gym in San Jose 2026 · JJA Score 94 · 4.9/5 (95 reviews) · 47 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 95 Phelan Ave #3, San Jose, CA 95112, USA
Guerrilla Jiu-Jitsu Martial Arts Academy — Top 10 BJJ Gym in San Jose 2026 · JJA Score 87 · 4.8/5 (76 reviews) · $325/mo · 14 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 478 W San Carlos St, San Jose, CA 95110, USA
FightCraft — Top 10 BJJ Gym in San Jose 2026 · JJA Score 84 · 4.9/5 (132 reviews) · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 1825 W San Carlos St, San Jose, CA 95126, USA
Gilroy Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in San Jose 2026 · JJA Score 83 · 5.0/5 (101 reviews) · 16 classes/wk · Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 7560 Monterey Rd #206
Victory Submission Strength — Top 10 BJJ Gym in San Jose 2026 · JJA Score 78 · 5.0/5 (131 reviews) · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 32 Race St, San Jose, CA 95126, USA
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu San Jose — Top 10 BJJ Gym in San Jose 2026 · JJA Score 74 · 5.0/5 (50 reviews) · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 1310 Tully Rd, San Jose, CA 95122, USA
Caio Terra Academy — Top 10 BJJ Gym in San Jose 2026 · JJA Score 64 · 4.8/5 (109 reviews) · $250/mo · Gi & No-Gi · Members only · 855 Park Ave, San Jose, CA 95126, USA
Ralph Gracie Jiu Jitsu - San Jose — Top 10 BJJ Gym in San Jose 2026 · JJA Score 64 · 4.8/5 (46 reviews) · $225/mo · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Members only · Free trial · 4607 Cherry Ave
SAN JOSE JUDO ACADEMY — Top 10 BJJ Gym in San Jose 2026 · JJA Score 52 · 5.0/5 (90 reviews) · Members only · 625 Wool Creek Dr F10, San Jose, CA 95112, USA
All 20 San Jose BJJ gyms, ranked
Solidarity Jiu Jitsu · 5.0/5 (22 reviews) · $199/mo · 29 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 1337 Blossom Hill Rd #110, San Jose, CA 95118, USA
Saiko Fitness and Martial Arts · 5.0/5 (24 reviews) · 29 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Open mat · Free trial · Competition team · 1323 S Winchester Blvd, San Jose, CA 95128, USA
Titanium Jiu Jitsu · 5.0/5 (21 reviews) · $199/mo · 17 classes/wk · Gi & No-Gi · Kids classes · Women's classes · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 5750 Santa Teresa Blvd Suite #35, San Jose, CA 95123, USA
10th Planet San Jose Jiu Jitsu · 5.0/5 (33 reviews) · 10 classes/wk · No-Gi · Members only · Free trial · Competition team · 1277 Old Bayshore Hwy, San Jose, CA 95112, USA
Heroes Martial Arts · 5.0/5 (32 reviews) · $229/mo · Gi · Kids classes · Members only · 450 S 1st St, San Jose, CA 95113, USA
Battle Control MMA · 5.0/5 (15 reviews) · Gi · Open mat · Free trial · 319 Piercy Rd, San Jose, CA 95138, USA
Looking for kids BJJ classes in San Jose? 10 San Jose gyms run a youth jiu-jitsu program, 5 with a little-kids (ages 3-6) track and 5 with a dedicated teens class. Kids memberships average about $193/mo. Most offer a free trial so your child can try a class first.
Across San Jose gyms that publish youth pricing, kids jiu-jitsu averages about $193 a month. Most run a free trial class first.
What age can kids start jiu-jitsu in San Jose?
5 San Jose gyms take kids as young as 3-4 in a little-kids program. Most San Jose academies start structured kids classes around age 5-6 and split by age and size from there.
Beginner jiu-jitsu classes in San Jose, CA
New to jiu-jitsu in San Jose? 12 San Jose gyms offer a free trial class so you can start with zero experience and no gear. No commitment until you've rolled.
9 San Jose gyms list no-gi on the schedule. No-gi nights vary, so confirm the timetable with the gym before you head in.
Jiu-jitsu in San Jose by the numbers
San Jose has 20 jiu jitsu gyms operating right now, 7 of which our team has verified directly. Their average Google rating is 5.0/5, pulled from 1,035 total ratings across 20 reviewed academies. Membership averages $238/mo and drop-ins about $41 across the 6 gyms that publish pricing. 3 gyms run a public open mat; 17 are members-only. Most reviewed: FightCraft (132 Google reviews).
How we rank San Jose 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, Gloglo Brazilian Jiu-jitsu, Kickboxing & Fitness Academy ranks #1 in San Jose for 2026 (4.9 stars across 95 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 San Jose?
Across the 6 San Jose gyms that publish pricing, membership averages $238 a month and drop-ins about $41. 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 San Jose, CA?
20 gyms listed. 7 are verified by our team.
Are there beginner BJJ classes in San Jose?
Yes. Most San Jose 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 San Jose?
Most San Jose 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 San Jose?
Yes. Most San Jose 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 San Jose?