14 jiu jitsu gyms are training students in Fayetteville 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 786 ratings). The Top 8 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 8 Jiu Jitsu Gyms in Fayetteville (2026)
Garami Jiu Jitsu — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Fayetteville 2026 · JJA Score 53 · 4.9/5 (158 reviews) · Members only · 5519 Waldos Beach Rd, Fayetteville, NC 28306, USA
Jewel Jiu Jitsu Academy — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Fayetteville 2026 · JJA Score 52 · 5.0/5 (90 reviews) · Members only · 5945 Cliffdale Rd Ste 1102, Fayetteville, NC 28314, USA
Cornerstone Bjj — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Fayetteville 2026 · JJA Score 51 · 5.0/5 (86 reviews) · Members only · 3724 Sycamore Dairy Rd Suite 120, Fayetteville, NC 28303, USA
Martial Arts of NC — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Fayetteville 2026 · JJA Score 50 · 4.8/5 (90 reviews) · Members only · 2706 Bragg Blvd, Fayetteville, NC 28303, USA
Royce Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy Of Fayetteville — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Fayetteville 2026 · JJA Score 50 · 5.0/5 (65 reviews) · Members only · 8175 Cliffdale Rd suite 138, Fayetteville, NC 28314, USA
Carolina Prime Performance — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Fayetteville 2026 · JJA Score 49 · 4.9/5 (55 reviews) · Members only · 5217 Raeford Rd #105, Fayetteville, NC 28304, USA
Leadership Martial Arts & Krav Maga — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Fayetteville 2026 · JJA Score 49 · 4.9/5 (50 reviews) · Members only · 3915 Ramsey St Suite # 101, Fayetteville, NC 28311, USA
Elevo Dynamics — Top 10 BJJ Gym in Fayetteville 2026 · JJA Score 47 · 4.6/5 (54 reviews) · Members only · 110 Person St, Fayetteville, NC 28301, USA
All 14 Fayetteville BJJ gyms, ranked
Garami Jiu-Jitsu Downtown · 5.0/5 (32 reviews) · Members only · 450 W Russell St Suite 201, Fayetteville, NC 28301, USA
ZR Team Hope Mills · 4.9/5 (32 reviews) · Members only · 2653 Hope Mills Rd, Fayetteville, NC 28306, USA
Team ROC · 4.6/5 (25 reviews) · Members only · 226 Meed Ct, Fayetteville, NC 28303, USA
Cape Fear Jiu Jitsu · 5.0/5 (13 reviews) · Members only · 124 Baywood Rd Suite 109/110, Fayetteville, NC 28312, USA
ATEMI-RYU NC · 4.9/5 (9 reviews) · Members only · 514 McArthur Rd, Fayetteville, NC 28311, USA
Fayetteville's BJJ scene at a glance
Fayetteville has 14 jiu jitsu gyms operating right now. Their average Google rating is 4.9/5, pulled from 786 total ratings across 14 reviewed academies. Most reviewed: Garami Jiu Jitsu (158 Google reviews).
How we rank Fayetteville 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, Garami Jiu Jitsu ranks #1 in Fayetteville for 2026 (4.9 stars across 158 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 Fayetteville?
Most Fayetteville 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 Fayetteville, NC?
14 gyms listed.
Are there beginner BJJ classes in Fayetteville?
Yes. Most Fayetteville 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 Fayetteville?
Most Fayetteville 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 Fayetteville?
Yes. Most Fayetteville 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 Fayetteville?