5 Best BJJ Gyms in Tempe (2026)
Ranked by the Let's Roll Roll Score™ · Updated July 2026
Tempe BJJ Snapshot
Why Tempe for BJJ
Tempe is home to a committed Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu community, anchored by EVKM Self Defense & Fitness, Gustavo Dantas Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy, and Jay Pages BJJ & MMA. It has 6 academies and 15 weekly open mats listed on Let's Roll.
Quick Picks
Where the Top 5 Are
Pins are numbered by Roll Score rank. Tap a pin for the gym.
The Rankings
- 1Google5.0(388)3 open mats/wkHigh confidence
Why #1: Highest-rated gym in Tempe — 5.0★ across 388 reviews.
Best for: Travelers dropping in.
- 2Google5.0(378)2 open mats/wkHigh confidence
Why #2: One of the most-reviewed gyms in Tempe — 378 reviews at 5.0★.
Best for: Competitors, no-gi & submission grapplers, and brand-new beginners.
- 3Jay Pages BJJ & MMA97EliteGoogle5.0(296)5 open mats/wkHigh confidence
Why #3: Busiest open-mat schedule in the top 10 — 5 a week.
Best for: Travelers dropping in.
- 4Google5.0(64)2 open mats/wkHigh confidence
Why #4: Runs the most no-gi classes in the top 10 — a strong no-gi pick.
Best for: No-gi & submission grapplers, kids & families, and travelers dropping in.
- 5Like Minded BJJ89ExcellentGoogle5.0(42)2 open mats/wkSolid confidence
Why #5: 5.0★ from 42 reviews — a consistently well-reviewed Tempe academy.
Best for: Travelers dropping in.
Compare All Top 5
| Gym | Area | Roll Score | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EVKM Self Defense & Fitness | Krav Maga | — | 98Elite | 5.0 | 388 |
| Gustavo Dantas Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy | — | 98Elite | 5.0 | 378 |
| Jay Pages BJJ & MMA | — | 97Elite | 5.0 | 296 |
| Dark Matter Jiu Jitsu/Ares BJJ Tempe | — | 91Elite | 5.0 | 64 |
| Like Minded BJJ | — | 89Excellent | 5.0 | 42 |
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Plan Your BJJ Weekend in Tempe
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Train This Weekend in Tempe
The best open mats, no-gi sessions, and drop-in-friendly rounds, Friday through Sunday.
📅 Friday
- Like Minded BJJ — Open Mat · 5:45 AM
- Gustavo Dantas Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy — Mixed Levels · 6:30 AM
- Gustavo Dantas Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy — Advanced · 10:00 AM
- Gustavo Dantas Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy — No-gi · 5:30 PM
- Dark Matter Jiu Jitsu/Ares BJJ Tempe — Open Mat · 7:00 PM
📅 Saturday
- Like Minded BJJ — Open Mat · 10:00 AM
- Gustavo Dantas Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy — Open Mat · 11:00 AM
- Gustavo Dantas Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy — Open Mat (Students Only) · 11:00 AM
- Tempe Jiu Jitsu Academy — Open Mat · 12:00 PM
- Dark Matter Jiu Jitsu/Ares BJJ Tempe — Open Mat · 12:00 PM
📅 Sunday
- Jay Pages BJJ & MMA — Open Mat · 12:00 PM
Frequently asked
- How many BJJ gyms are in Tempe?
- Let's Roll lists 6 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gyms in Tempe, Arizona. The top 5 are ranked above by Roll Score.
- Which is the best-rated BJJ gym in Tempe?
- EVKM Self Defense & Fitness | Krav Maga has the highest rating in Tempe at 5.0★ across 388 Google reviews.
- Where are the best open mats in Tempe?
- There are 15 weekly open mats across 6 gyms in Tempe. See "Train This Weekend" above for what's on this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
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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.