10 Best BJJ Gyms in Phoenix (2026)
Ranked by the Let's Roll Roll Score™ · Updated July 2026
Phoenix BJJ Snapshot
Why Phoenix for BJJ
Phoenix is one of Arizona's deepest Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu scenes, anchored by The MMA LAB, Strong Heart Academy Brazilian jiu-jitsu & MMA, and Marcio Andre Brazilian BJJ Academy. It has 26 academies and 44 weekly open mats listed on Let's Roll.
Quick Picks
Where the Top 10 Are
Pins are numbered by Roll Score rank. Tap a pin for the gym.
The Rankings
- 1The MMA LAB98EliteNorth PhoenixGoogle5.0(331)5 open mats/wkHigh confidence
Why #1: Highest-rated gym in Phoenix — 5.0★ across 331 reviews.
Best for: Competitors, no-gi & submission grapplers, and kids & families.
- 2Google5.0(213)1 open mat/wkHigh confidence
Why #2: One of the most-reviewed gyms in Phoenix — 213 reviews at 5.0★.
Best for: Travelers dropping in.
- 3AhwatukeeGoogle5.0(151)1 open mat/wk🥇 Active CompetitorsHigh confidence
Why #3: 5.0★ from 151 reviews — a consistently well-reviewed Phoenix academy.
Best for: Travelers dropping in.
- 4South MountainGoogle5.0(116)High confidence
Why #4: 5.0★ from 116 reviews — a consistently well-reviewed Phoenix academy.
Best for: Anyone after a consistently well-reviewed Phoenix gym (5.0★).
- 5Forte Jiu Jitsu94EliteAlhambraGoogle5.0(115)2 open mats/wkHigh confidence
Why #5: 5.0★ from 115 reviews — a consistently well-reviewed Phoenix academy.
Best for: Travelers dropping in.
- 6Deer ValleyGoogle5.0(115)High confidence
Why #6: A Gracie Barra academy — 5.0★ across 115 reviews.
Best for: Anyone after a consistently well-reviewed Phoenix gym (5.0★).
- 7Satori Brazilian Jiu Jitsu94EliteNorth PhoenixGoogle5.0(110)High confidence
Why #7: 5.0★ from 110 reviews — a consistently well-reviewed Phoenix academy.
Best for: Anyone after a consistently well-reviewed Phoenix gym (5.0★).
- 8Deer ValleyGoogle5.0(104)High confidence
Why #8: 5.0★ from 104 reviews — a consistently well-reviewed Phoenix academy.
Best for: Brand-new beginners and kids & families.
- 912th Street BJJ93EliteNorth PhoenixGoogle5.0(94)1 open mat/wkHigh confidence
Why #9: 5.0★ from 94 reviews — a consistently well-reviewed Phoenix academy.
Best for: Travelers dropping in.
- 10Gracie Arizona Jiu Jitsu93EliteBiltmoreGoogle5.0(91)9 open mats/wkHigh confidence
Why #10: Busiest open-mat schedule in the top 10 — 9 a week.
Best for: Competitors, no-gi & submission grapplers, and brand-new beginners.
Compare All Top 10
| Gym | Area | Roll Score | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The MMA LAB | North Phoenix | 98Elite | 5.0 | 331 |
| Strong Heart Academy Brazilian jiu-jitsu & MMA | — | 96Elite | 5.0 | 213 |
| Marcio Andre Brazilian BJJ Academy | Ahwatukee | 95Elite | 5.0 | 151 |
| South Mountain Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Self Defense | South Mountain | 94Elite | 5.0 | 116 |
| Forte Jiu Jitsu | Alhambra | 94Elite | 5.0 | 115 |
| Gracie Barra North Phoenix Brazilian Jiu Jitsu | Deer Valley | 94Elite | 5.0 | 115 |
| Satori Brazilian Jiu Jitsu | North Phoenix | 94Elite | 5.0 | 110 |
| Gracie Jiu Jitsu North Phoenix | Deer Valley | 93Elite | 5.0 | 104 |
| 12th Street BJJ | North Phoenix | 93Elite | 5.0 | 94 |
| Gracie Arizona Jiu Jitsu | Biltmore | 93Elite | 5.0 | 91 |
Which Phoenix Gym Fits You?
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Plan Your BJJ Weekend in Phoenix
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Your plan: 3 sessions across 3 gyms in Phoenix.
Train This Weekend in Phoenix
The best open mats, no-gi sessions, and drop-in-friendly rounds, Friday through Sunday.
📅 Friday
- Exodus BJJ — Open Mat · 12:00 PM
- Exodus BJJ — CheckMat Team Only Open Mat · 12:00 PM
- The MMA LAB — Open Mat · 5:00 PM
- Element Jiu Jitsu — Open Mat · 6:00 PM
- Legion MMA — Open Mat · 6:00 PM
📅 Saturday
- Gracie Arizona Jiu Jitsu — Open Mat · 10:00 AM
- Strong Heart Academy Brazilian jiu-jitsu & MMA — Open Mat · 10:00 AM
- Gracie Arizona Jiu Jitsu Academy — Open Mat · 10:00 AM
- Marcio Andre Brazilian BJJ Academy — Open Mat · 11:00 AM
- Sol BJJ - Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Classes in Phoenix — Open Mat · 11:00 AM
📅 Sunday
- The MMA LAB — Open Mat · 10:00 AM
- Forte Jiu Jitsu — Open Mat · 10:00 AM
- Gracie Arizona Jiu Jitsu — Open Mat · 11:00 AM
- Gracie Arizona Jiu Jitsu Academy — Open Mat · 11:00 AM
- Forte Jiu Jitsu — Open Mat · 11:00 AM
Frequently asked
- How many BJJ gyms are in Phoenix?
- Let's Roll lists 26 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gyms in Phoenix, Arizona. The top 10 are ranked above by Roll Score.
- Which is the best-rated BJJ gym in Phoenix?
- The MMA LAB has the highest rating in Phoenix at 5.0★ across 331 Google reviews.
- Where are the best open mats in Phoenix?
- There are 44 weekly open mats across 17 gyms in Phoenix. See "Train This Weekend" above for what's on this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
- What's the best BJJ gym for beginners in Phoenix?
- Gracie Jiu Jitsu North Phoenix is a strong beginner pick — it runs dedicated fundamentals classes and carries one of the highest Roll Scores in Phoenix.
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How the Roll Score™ works
The Roll Score is Let's Roll's ranking metric, from 0 to 100. It's 80% a confidence-weighted Google rating (using a Wilson score, so a 5.0 from 3 reviews can't outrank a 4.8 from 600) and 20% review volume. As verified Let's Roll member reviews and check-ins grow, they'll factor in too. Rankings recompute regularly — last updated July 2026.