23 jiu jitsu gyms are training students in Chicago 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 2,183 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.
Top 10 Jiu Jitsu Gyms in Chicago (2026)
Taylor Biagi Brazilian Jiu Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Chicago 2026 · JJA Score 54 · 5.0/5 (259 reviews) · Members only · 508 N Hoyne Ave Unit 3, Chicago, IL 60612, USA
10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu Chicago — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Chicago 2026 · JJA Score 52 · 5.0/5 (59 reviews) · Members only · 5711 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60646, USA
Renzo Gracie Chicago — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Chicago 2026 · JJA Score 52 · 4.9/5 (69 reviews) · Members only · 2727 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60614, USA
Valko Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Chicago 2026 · JJA Score 52 · 5.0/5 (166 reviews) · Members only · 820 N Orleans St, Chicago, IL 60610, USA
Gracie Barra Jiu Jitsu in Chicago — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Chicago 2026 · JJA Score 52 · 4.9/5 (67 reviews) · Members only · 630 W Lake St, Chicago, IL 60661, USA
Supreme JIU JITSU Chicago Idriz Redzovic — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Chicago 2026 · JJA Score 52 · 5.0/5 (162 reviews) · Members only · 2442 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60614, USA
Downtown Jiu Jitsu Club Chicago — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Chicago 2026 · JJA Score 52 · 4.9/5 (187 reviews) · Members only · 226 S Wabash Ave 3rd floor, Chicago, IL 60604, USA
Southside Jiu Jitsu Club — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Chicago 2026 · JJA Score 51 · 4.9/5 (160 reviews) · Members only · 6311 S Maryland Ave, 837 & 841 E 63rd St, Chicago, IL 60637, USA
Chicago School Of Grappling — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Chicago 2026 · JJA Score 51 · 5.0/5 (130 reviews) · Members only · 722 S Racine Ave, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
All 23 Chicago BJJ gyms, ranked
Ascend Jiu-Jitsu · 5.0/5 (125 reviews) · Members only · 220 E Illinois St Unit 7-12, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
Redzovic Jiu Jitsu Chicago · 4.9/5 (135 reviews) · Members only · 4900 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60625, USA
Jiu-Jitsu Institute Inc · 5.0/5 (11 reviews) · Members only · 226 S Wabash Ave #7, Chicago, IL 60604, USA
Chicago jiu-jitsu gyms, by the numbers
Chicago has 23 jiu jitsu gyms operating right now. Their average Google rating is 4.9/5, pulled from 2,183 total ratings across 23 reviewed academies. Most reviewed: Taylor Biagi Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (259 Google reviews).
How we rank Chicago 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, Taylor Biagi Brazilian Jiu Jitsu ranks #1 in Chicago for 2026 (5.0 stars across 259 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 Chicago?
Most Chicago 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 Chicago, IL?
23 gyms listed.
Are there beginner BJJ classes in Chicago?
Yes. Most Chicago 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 Chicago?
Most Chicago 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 Chicago?
Yes. Most Chicago 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 Chicago?