5 Best BJJ Gyms in Surprise (2026)
Ranked by the Let's Roll Roll Score™ · Updated October 2026
Surprise BJJ Snapshot
Why Surprise for BJJ
Surprise is home to a committed Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu community, anchored by De Boa Jiu Jitsu Academy, Proving Ground MMA/Vargas Jiu Jitsu, and Gracie Jiu Jitsu Suprise. It has 5 academies and 11 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
- 1De Boa Jiu Jitsu Academy92EliteGoogle5.0(85)2 open mats/wkHigh confidence
Why #1: Highest-rated gym in Surprise — 5.0★ across 85 reviews.
Best for: Competitors and travelers dropping in.
- 2Google5.0(51)3 open mats/wkHigh confidence
Why #2: Busiest open-mat schedule in the top 10 — 3 a week.
Best for: Competitors, no-gi & submission grapplers, and kids & families.
- 3Gracie Jiu Jitsu Suprise89ExcellentGoogle5.0(44)$40 drop-inSolid confidence
Why #3: One of the strongest kids programs in the top 10.
Best for: Competitors and kids & families.
- 4M1 Combat Academy89ExcellentGoogle5.0(44)3 open mats/wkSolid confidence
Why #4: 5.0★ from 44 reviews — a consistently well-reviewed Surprise academy.
Best for: Travelers dropping in.
- 5Ronin Kombat Club79GreatGoogle5.0(13)3 open mats/wkNeeds more reviews
Why #5: 5.0★ from 13 reviews — a consistently well-reviewed Surprise academy.
Best for: No-gi & submission grapplers, kids & families, and travelers dropping in.
Compare All Top 5
| Gym | Area | Roll Score | Rating | Reviews | Drop-In |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| De Boa Jiu Jitsu Academy | — | 92Elite | 5.0 | 85 | — |
| Proving Ground MMA/Vargas Jiu Jitsu | — | 90Elite | 5.0 | 51 | — |
| Gracie Jiu Jitsu Suprise | — | 89Excellent | 5.0 | 44 | $40 |
| M1 Combat Academy | — | 89Excellent | 5.0 | 44 | — |
| Ronin Kombat Club | — | 79Great | 5.0 | 13 | — |
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Plan Your BJJ Weekend in Surprise
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Train This Weekend in Surprise
The best open mats, no-gi sessions, and drop-in-friendly rounds, Friday through Sunday.
📅 Friday
- M1 Combat Academy — Open Mat · 5:00 AM
- De Boa Jiu Jitsu Academy — Adult Jiu Jitsu · 6:00 AM
- Proving Ground MMA/Vargas Jiu Jitsu — Adult No-Gi BJJ Mixed Levels · 5:00 PM
- Proving Ground MMA/Vargas Jiu Jitsu — Kids Advanced (MAT 2) · 5:00 PM
- M1 Combat Academy — Open Mat · 6:00 PM
📅 Saturday
- De Boa Jiu Jitsu Academy — Open Mat · 10:00 AM
- Proving Ground MMA/Vargas Jiu Jitsu — Open Mat · 11:00 AM
- Proving Ground MMA/Vargas Jiu Jitsu — Open Mat · 11:30 AM
- Ronin Kombat Club — Seppuko Family Night (Open Mat Family Night, dates TBD) · 6:00 PM
- Ronin Kombat Club — Open Mat · 6:00 PM
📅 Sunday
- De Boa Jiu Jitsu Academy — Open Mat · 10:00 AM
- M1 Combat Academy — Open Mat · 10:00 AM
- Gracie Jiu Jitsu Suprise — Gracie Bullyproof - Little Champs (Ages 5-8) · 10:00 AM
- Proving Ground MMA/Vargas Jiu Jitsu — Open Mat · 11:00 AM
- Gracie Jiu Jitsu Suprise — Gracie Combatives (Teen/Adult) Advanced Book Only · 1:00 PM
Frequently asked
- How many BJJ gyms are in Surprise?
- Let's Roll lists 5 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gyms in Surprise, Arizona. The top 5 are ranked above by Roll Score.
- Which is the best-rated BJJ gym in Surprise?
- De Boa Jiu Jitsu Academy has the highest rating in Surprise at 5.0★ across 85 Google reviews.
- What's the cheapest drop-in in Surprise?
- Among the top gyms, Gracie Jiu Jitsu Suprise has the lowest published drop-in at $40. Prices in the area vary; many gyms offer a free first class.
- Where are the best open mats in Surprise?
- There are 11 weekly open mats across 4 gyms in Surprise. 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 October 2026.