Bjj Gym reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 186 Reddit reviews across 41 subreddits and 66 posts to rank the best Bjj Gym brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/bjj, r/auckland, r/IowaCity, r/Geelong, r/tulsa. Top-rated brands include Phuket Grappling Academy (4.9/5), Citadel BJJ (5.0/5), Team DNA BJJ (5.0/5).
Stats
Reviews186
Subreddits41
Posts66
Brands100
Products7
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#1
Phuket Grappling Academy
4.9
(7)
"I second PGA. Spent a week there earlier this year and am going back next year for 2 weeks. Great quality training and very welcoming to everyone."
"PGA is the place to be my friend, Ben Royle, Magomet Matiev and Nikolay are top coaches"
"Phuket grappling academy was one of the best gyms I've visited, since I've been there they've upgraded to a huge matspace"
"Can second this - Ben Royle is the man"
"For no-gi I think Phuket grappling academy is the best, definitely in Thailand maybe As"
"Phuket grappling academy"
"Phuket Grappling Academy is the best BJJ in Phuket. They're only nogi and have a intense competitor atmosphere although good vibes and everyone is very kind and professional."
#2
Citadel BJJ
5.0
(6)
"Citadel BJJ is the place to be. People there have a variety of skill levels and intensities."
"I highly recommend you drop in there and train. Matt Leighton & James Kelly are the coaches (black belts)."
"Definitely Citadel BJJ. Highest level training partners."
"Can’t speak to the social element too much, but from what I’ve seen there is a good variety."
"Citadel BJJ!"
"I highly recommend you drop in & train there. Matt Leighton & James Kelly are the owners (both black belts)."
#3
Team DNA BJJ
5.0
(5)
"Just in case you need another vote for DNA, the coaches are great. The team of competitive folks the team has built is amazing."
"I've been training with Dainis since I was a white belt and he's also my judo instructor. He's also an active competitor and has a great kids program."
"I’ve been going to DNA BJJ for 4 years now and the community is very encouraging and supportive."
"Another vote for Team DNA BJJ! You cannot go wrong."
"Without a doubt Team DNA BJJ is your best bet. High level competitors, elite gi and nogi classes, one of the strongest kids programs in the GTA, and a very family friendly atmosphere."
#4
Gracie Barra
3.8
(6)
"Gracie Barra Ahmadi maybe?"
"There are also a couple of Gracie Barra gyms, which I believe is a highly regarded program."
"Gracie Barra The Woodlands is legit."
"I go to Gracie Barra in Kitsilano. It’s very small but very friendly."
"Theres gracie/barra BJJ in bloomington!"
"Fu Dog and Gracie Barra in Dunfermline are both decent."
#5
DC Jiu Jitsu
4.8
(4)
"DC Jiu Jitsu. Midday open mats, morning and night classes. No gimmicks, just good vibes"
"DC’s is great 👍."
"DC your best bet because you can pay a casual fee there."
"I’ve a few mates that go to DCs and rate it"
#6
Vanguard
4.5
(4)
"Vanguard 100%> Jason Rau and Nick Ronan are some of the most technical competitors and teachers you'll find."
"If you want to compete it doesn’t get much better than Jason Rau at Vangard in Lake Grove."
"Vanguard teaching wise, Serra team wise, Forge also starting out with great things but there’s a good handful of banger schools on LI depending where you’re at"
"Vanguard"
#7
Unity
4.0
(4)
"Check out Unity Valley Stream"
"Unity or Marcelos"
"Unity"
#8
Action Reaction
5.0
(3)
"Action Reaction is #1 in the North York, Scarborough, close to Markham area."
"If you are near action reaction then go there. They are one of the best gyms in the city."
"Action reaction is probably your best bet on that area. I train there."
#9
David Branch
4.7
(3)
"Nothing else comparable unless you’re in NYC."
"Dave is top notch. Fundamentals classes are popular. Great environment."
"David Branch has a school at the Monroe Center."
#10
Marcelo Garcia
4.7
(3)
"My two children and myself train there. Everyone there is awesome!"
"Marcelo Garcia's."
"Marcello garcia mostly nogi."
#11
London Grapple
4.7
(3)
"Check out London Grapple. Matt Inman's BJJ is fantastic."
"London grapple is the best no gi in europe."
"Many good ones: London Grapple, RGA, Carlson Gracie."
#12
10th Planet
4.3
(3)
"10th Planet has a location in Sacramento as of last year."
"I know a few people that liked the BJJ at the 10th Planet there."
"10th Planet on Ft Crook in Bellevue. I think they're $100/mo."
#13
Lions MMA
4.3
(3)
"Trust me"
"These two places are a great experience"
"Lions MMA is near Yaletown station."
#14
Mako
4.3
(3)
"One of my best friends goes to Mako and loves it."
"Mako, Sonoran, 10p, Pallaton, Undisputed are all great choices."
"Has an awesome kids program as well as a great adult program also."
#15
DCS
4.3
(3)
"The most welcoming and non intimidating environment that’s great for beginners."
"DCS and lions are both pretty good places to learn both muay thai and BJJ."
"DCS and Lions are near train stations."
#16
Carpe Diem
4.3
(3)
"I’m at Carpe Diem and absolutely love it!"
"Carpe Diem - close to where you live, good teaching and vibe."
"Carpe Diem has some good fundamentals classes and the classes are a lot smaller."
#17
Primate
4.0
(3)
"Primate offers classes at 6 am, noon, and an evening class."
"I suggest primate. Probably the most cutting edge with some of the larger local names."
"He spoke highly about his experience there."
#18
Darkside
4.0
(3)
"If you are in North Houston, Darkside BJJ is about $140 a month. Great no-gi gym"
"The Darkside Jiujitsu. $140 a month but they offer striking classes as well (additional cost). Coach Victor Pozas is a beast with leg locks."
"Darkside for nogi in the NW. check out revolution off 99, and Main st boxing (Renzos on first floor) for all things MMA . :)"
#19
BJJ Gyms
4.0
(3)
"Once you've determined what gyms have schedules that work with your schedule take a trip to each one to see what the trip is like around the time you would be going to class."
"What I would suggest that you do is visit the various BJJ gyms in your area."
"Most gyms will have free trials, so make use of those to check out the vibe."
#20
Rob Taylor
5.0
(2)
"Easy recommendation for Rob Taylor’s, https://cardiffbjj.co.uk/ Rob’s a been on the scene for a long time and has even coached a good chunk of the recommendations that get mentioned in this subreddit."
"Rob Taylor on Penarth Road. https://cardiffbjj.co.uk/"
#21
Straight Blast Gym
5.0
(2)
"They’re the real deal."
"Every single one of them who was serious... went to Straight Blast Gym."
#22
Team DNA
5.0
(2)
"Without a doubt Team DNA BJJ is your best bet."
"Without a doubt Team DNA, for family friendly environment, skilled and compassionate professors."
#23
Olavo Abreu
5.0
(2)
"Olavo Abreu is excellent coach and super nice guy, I did 3.5 months with him when he was at phuket top team."
"I attended a seminar taught by Professor Olavo Abreu in Australia and loved his style of teaching and his enthusiasm for jiu jitsu."
#24
Roger Gracie Academy
5.0
(2)
"Roger Gracie Academy in Frisco, TX"
"There is of course Roger Gracie Academy, which is one of the best gyms in the UK."
#25
Stand Alone
5.0
(2)
"Stand Alone is where you need to go. They’re a legitimate pro MMA gym. The BJJ instructor is fantastic."
"Stand alone is the best in chico by far"
#26
Newmarket BJJ
5.0
(2)
"Newmarket BJJ. It’s a fairly new gym but it’s fantastic, the owner, Thiago Barbosa has been training jiu jitsu for many years."
"It’s a fairly new gym but it’s fantastic, the owner, Thiago Barbosa has been training jiu jitsu for many years & is truly a wonderful coach."
#27
SBG
5.0
(2)
"If you are more MMA focused, SBG is the place for you."
"Check it out had a friend who trained there for a couple years."
#28
Bellingham BJJ
5.0
(2)
"Bellingham BJJ by far."
"Bellingham BJJ by far."
#29
Spartan Fitness
4.5
(2)
"Spartan fitness hands down"
"Spartan is arguably the best in the area as far as intensity and training go."
#30
Queen City Grappling Club
4.5
(2)
"Ruben is an amazing coach and they're building a powerhouse program down there."
"Queen City Grappling Club in Middletown trains some great grapplers."
#31
Next Generation
4.5
(2)
"Next Generation. Chris Brennan."
"I believe Next Generation is one of the larger nogi focused schools in the area"
#32
Hinds
4.5
(2)
"Dominyka Obelenyte is the coach at Hinds."
"Hinds combat fitness and kings combat fitness I think are owned by the same people."
#33
Fighting Fit
4.5
(2)
"Seconding Fighting Fit."
"Fighting fit is 5 minutes walk from Victoria, I've not done the bjj yet but been to boxing, kickboxing and MMA since gyms opened again."
#34
Fightzone
4.5
(2)
"At Fightzone they do a lot of situational sparring, so you’ll be using what you learn in the class straight away."
"Fightzone - huge timetable, good teaching and vibes."
#35
Ares BJJ
4.5
(2)
"Ares BJJ. Great atmosphere and they do good in competition as well."
"There is Ares BJJ, Axios, Scott Morton, The Best BJJ is Council Bluffs (opening soon), United Kickboxing MMA."
#36
AKA
4.5
(2)
"I spent a week at AKA and I loved it. About 20-30 students to ~10 coaches."
"AKA sounds like a good fit for your priorities."
#37
Ares
4.5
(2)
"Ares Roseville & Ares Sacramento are great gyms to train for all levels."
"Ares! Or agoge they're good too"
#38
Combat Arts
4.5
(2)
"I cannot recommend it enough. Really great environment."
"Combat Arts downtown is probably the best in terms of price."
#39
Fellowship Jiu-jitsu
4.0
(2)
"For BJJ I would recommend Werther at Fellowship or Sonny at Gracie Bradenton"
"Go see Coach Werther at Fellowship Jiu-jitsu."
#40
UFC Gym
4.0
(2)
"For bjj ufc gym is really good in bb and jvc, uaejj is also good"
"I'm liking UFC gym. Great prices and great services"
#41
Local BJJ Gyms
4.0
(2)
"I recommend dropping into local trial classes and finding what fits you best."
"I recommend that you drop in a few places for a class to see what the vibe is."
#42
Hoga
4.0
(2)
"I personally train at Hoga and can recommend it."
"My personal trainer goes to Hoga, so perhaps I can vouch for that one"
#43
Alfa Training Camp
4.0
(2)
"I end up going to Alfa Training Camp as u/lobopurpuro suggested. The team is mostly beginners (2- years of training), but Anton is a beast"
"There's a guy called Anton who runs classes and open mats at a place called ALFA Training Camp in the Ban Tai area"
#44
Triton
4.0
(2)
"Triton is great and Omar’s, Balanced Bodies, and Brothers are all Triton affiliates."
"Triton. Because peit wilhelm weeds the chaff from the wheat."
#45
JGMMA
4.0
(2)
"JGMMA.. i go to their partner school up in Dayton."
"Check them out- several schools in the area."
#46
North Broadway Jiu Jitsu
4.0
(2)
"It’s a good gym, two good instructors for the kids."
"I went to North Broadway Jiu Jitsu for a while."
#47
Checkmat
4.0
(2)
"Checkmat"
"Checkmat"
#48
Bangtao
4.0
(2)
"Bangtao is super busy right now... But you have some of the best coaches in the world."
"Bangtao is a great gym, it would be the best choice for MMA or wrestling"
#49
Jungle
4.0
(2)
"I have trained at Jungle which was already mentioned and know people there and it's great."
"Jungle is highly recommended. Good people, good Jiu-Jitsu."
#50
Piramide Grappling
3.5
(2)
"Here in Brazil, focused on no gi, we have the grappling pyramid, Craig Johnson even visited it"
"Pirâmide grappling"
#51
Ground Control
3.0
(2)
"Ground Control is not bad, but it depends what you are looking for."
"Https://groundcontrol.net.nz/ ?"
#52
Oliver MMA
2.5
(2)
"A friend of mine recommends https://www.olivermmasouthauckland.com/ in Manukau"
"I trained at Oliver MMA in west Auckland. I don't really recommend it."
#53
Southside Jiu Jitsu
5.0
(1)
"Southside jiu jitsu is great."
#54
Mission MMA
5.0
(1)
"Mission MMA. Ask for Said Hatim."
#55
Manto
5.0
(1)
"My fav bag of all time."
#56
Datsusara
5.0
(1)
"I can fit two A3 gis in it."
#57
Sam Colona Boxing
5.0
(1)
"Sam Colona Boxing in Brighton Park."
#58
Halifax BJJ
5.0
(1)
"The funnest BJJ place you'll ever be at in the city. If competition's your thing, go in for the competition classes. Got kids classes too if you got kids who wanna join in."
#59
Ascension Athletics
5.0
(1)
"Ascension Athletics is excellent."
#60
Oxendine MMA
5.0
(1)
"IMO Oxendine MMA has the best program in the area. The facilities are nothing fancy, but the instruction and quality of training partners is the best around."
#61
BJJLab
5.0
(1)
"The BJJLab with its founding team and nice members."
#62
adamantium
5.0
(1)
"Best price and professional/friendly/easy going environment."
#63
Active Jiu Jitsu
5.0
(1)
"Great instructor."
#64
The Darkside
5.0
(1)
"Best NO GI GYM IN Houston"
#65
Fortis MMA
5.0
(1)
"Fortis MMA has to be one of the best"
#66
Octagon Martial
5.0
(1)
"Neil Melanson has been in Dallas for about 6 months now"
#67
Double Five Highland
5.0
(1)
"Formiga is a bad ass and an amazing instructor."
#68
Underdog MMA
5.0
(1)
"Check out underdog mma. The guy who does the bjj program is a friend of mine and a fantastic teacher."
#69
Renzos
5.0
(1)
"Renzos"
#70
Kaizen Jiu Jitsu
4.0
(1)
"Kaizen Jiu Jitsu is good as well, but further out of the city."
#71
Pure Grappling
4.0
(1)
"Pure Grappling for a bigger variety of sparring partners"
#72
Born To Roll club
4.0
(1)
"Born To Roll club is a good club ran by Olavo Abreu 5th degree"
#73
Jorge Santos BJJ
4.0
(1)
"Jorge Santos BJJ is quite close to the city centre. I have trained with a lot of people from JSBJJ over the years, and it's always been a good experience."
#74
Playfair
4.0
(1)
"There’s other gyms such as CVA and Playfair which have good reps too."
#75
Republic of Jiu Jitsu
4.0
(1)
"I have dropped in a few times at Republic of Jiu Jitsu which is really close to the centre and they're really welcoming and nice there."
#76
JSBJJ
4.0
(1)
"JSBJJ has a friend of mine coaching there and she's increds."
#77
Eagle DS
4.0
(1)
"Try out eagle ds up on gracechurch drive you can also do a trial with them"
#78
Monster
4.0
(1)
"Monster in Smithtown"
#79
CVA
4.0
(1)
"There’s other gyms such as CVA and Playfair which have good reps too."
#80
Matt Serra
4.0
(1)
"Matt Serra"
#81
Soca
4.0
(1)
"Soca in Merrick"
#82
Ben's gym
4.0
(1)
"Trained with the dude who runs it (Ben) a long time ago in the UK. From what I hear he’s created a good environment for both pros and hobbyists to train."
#83
Phuket Top Team
4.0
(1)
"Phuket top team has a great mat space been 2 years since i was there but i had tons of fun there"
#84
Lowtide
4.0
(1)
"I train at Lowtide which is a New School affiliate. They’ve just expanded their facility."
#85
Los Banditos
4.0
(1)
"There's also Los Banditos, Gauntlet Fight Academy, Hillingdon BJJ and more."
#86
Powersports MMA
4.0
(1)
"My recommendation would be powersports mma (formerly champions mma). They have produced competitive fighters at all levels."
#87
BJJ Gym
4.0
(1)
"There's a BJJ gym on Telegraph right at 255 and Telegraph"
#88
BJJ Club
4.0
(1)
"Can someone recommend a BJJ Club in Winterthur?"
#89
Elite Team Porterville
4.0
(1)
"The best gym is the gym that is right for your personality and body type"
#90
OG Blue Basement
4.0
(1)
"Nice, clean, great mat culture and good lesson"
#91
Rollstar
4.0
(1)
"Rollstar in Hackensack is a great gym."
#92
VR Jiu-Jitsu
3.0
(1)
"VR Jiu-Jitsu in Pakuranga is OK for BJJ."
#93
Tiger Eye
3.0
(1)
"Tiger Eye in Bangkok. Depends on your experience level though. Tiger Eye is a new gym and lots of beginners and no pro MMA fighters yet."
#94
X3 Sports
3.0
(1)
"X3 Sports on Sandy Plains Road. No idea what current pricing is though."
#95
Gamasd BJJ
3.0
(1)
"Https://gamasd.com for BJJ. Also not sure on current pricing."
#96
Bay Jiu Jitsu
3.0
(1)
"Not North but Bay Jiu Jitsu in Japantown."
#97
Skrap Pack Marina BJJ
3.0
(1)
"Skrap pack Marina just opened"
#98
Gato Studio BJJ
3.0
(1)
"Gato Studio BJJ has some good guys, less English spoken there."
#99
Fu Dog
3.0
(1)
"Fu Dog and Gracie Barra in Dunfermline are both decent."
#100
Herschel
2.0
(1)
"It's not machine washable and now it stinks."
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