10 Best BJJ Gyms in Tucson (2026)
Ranked by the Let's Roll Roll Score™ · Updated June 2026
Tucson BJJ Snapshot
Why Tucson for BJJ
Tucson is one of Arizona's deepest Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu scenes, anchored by Sonoran Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy, Jiu Jitsu & Muay Thai - Carlson Gracie Tucson, and 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Tucson. It has 18 academies and 24 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
- 1Google5.0(201)2 open mats/wkHigh confidence
Why #1: Highest-rated gym in Tucson — 5.0★ across 201 reviews.
Best for: No-gi & submission grapplers, brand-new beginners, and kids & families.
- 2Google5.0(127)1 open mat/wkHigh confidence
Why #2: One of the strongest kids programs in the top 10.
Best for: Kids & families and travelers dropping in.
- 310th Planet Jiu Jitsu Tucson93EliteGoogle5.0(94)1 open mat/wkHigh confidence
Why #3: A 10th Planet academy — 5.0★ across 94 reviews.
Best for: No-gi & submission grapplers and travelers dropping in.
- 4Google4.7(152)High confidence
Why #4: One of the most-reviewed gyms in Tucson — 152 reviews at 4.7★.
Best for: Anyone after a consistently well-reviewed Tucson gym (4.7★).
- 5Alliance Jiu Jitsu - Vail89ExcellentGoogle4.8(101)High confidence
Why #5: A Alliance academy — 4.8★ across 101 reviews.
Best for: Anyone after a consistently well-reviewed Tucson gym (4.8★).
- 6Daimyo Brazilian Jiu Jitsu88ExcellentGoogle5.0(38)4 open mats/wkSolid confidence
Why #6: Busiest open-mat schedule in the top 10 — 4 a week.
Best for: Competitors, no-gi & submission grapplers, and kids & families.
- 7Legacy Grappling Academy Brazilian Jiu Jitsu88ExcellentGoogle5.0(37)Solid confidence
Why #7: 5.0★ from 37 reviews — a consistently well-reviewed Tucson academy.
Best for: Anyone after a consistently well-reviewed Tucson gym (5.0★).
- 8Primero Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy83ExcellentGoogle5.0(18)Solid confidence
Why #8: 5.0★ from 18 reviews — a consistently well-reviewed Tucson academy.
Best for: Kids & families.
- 9Google5.0(9)2 open mats/wkNeeds more reviews
Why #9: 5.0★ from 9 reviews — a consistently well-reviewed Tucson academy.
Best for: Travelers dropping in.
- 10Google5.0(8)1 open mat/wkNeeds more reviews
Why #10: 5.0★ from 8 reviews — a consistently well-reviewed Tucson academy.
Best for: Brand-new beginners, kids & families, and travelers dropping in.
Compare All Top 10
| Gym | Area | Roll Score | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonoran Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy | — | 96Elite | 5.0 | 201 |
| Jiu Jitsu & Muay Thai - Carlson Gracie Tucson | — | 94Elite | 5.0 | 127 |
| 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Tucson | — | 93Elite | 5.0 | 94 |
| Undisputed Tucson Jiu Jitsu - Boxing - Kickboxing - Fitness Gym | — | 89Excellent | 4.7 | 152 |
| Alliance Jiu Jitsu - Vail | — | 89Excellent | 4.8 | 101 |
| Daimyo Brazilian Jiu Jitsu | — | 88Excellent | 5.0 | 38 |
| Legacy Grappling Academy Brazilian Jiu Jitsu | — | 88Excellent | 5.0 | 37 |
| Primero Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy | — | 83Excellent | 5.0 | 18 |
| Aurum Brazilian jiu jitsu academy | — | 75Great | 5.0 | 9 |
| The Arena Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy & Fitness | — | 73Great | 5.0 | 8 |
Which Tucson Gym Fits You?
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Plan Your BJJ Weekend in Tucson
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Your plan: 3 sessions across 3 gyms in Tucson.
Train This Weekend in Tucson
The best open mats, no-gi sessions, and drop-in-friendly rounds, Friday through Sunday.
📅 Friday
- Mako Brazilian BJJ and Kickboxing — Open Mat · 6:00 AM
- Tucson's Rising Phoenix Fitness & Defense — Open Mat · 9:30 AM
- Tucson's Rising Phoenix Fitness & Defense — Open Mat (members only) · 9:30 AM
- Aurum Brazilian jiu jitsu academy — Open Mat · 5:30 PM
- Daimyo Brazilian Jiu Jitsu — Open Mat · 6:30 PM
📅 Saturday
- Daimyo Brazilian Jiu Jitsu — Open Mat Kickboxing · 9:00 AM
- Boxer's Rebellion Martial Arts — Open Mat · 10:00 AM
- Sonoran Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy — Open Mat · 10:00 AM
- Daimyo Brazilian Jiu Jitsu — Open Mat · 10:00 AM
- The Arena Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy & Fitness — Open Mat · 10:00 AM
📅 Sunday
- Rise Combat Sports - Tucson — No Gi BJJ All Levels · 8:00 AM
- North Side Brazilian BJJ — Open Mat · 11:00 AM
- Aurum Brazilian jiu jitsu academy — Open Mat · 12:00 PM
- Daimyo Brazilian Jiu Jitsu — Open Mat · 5:00 PM
- Sonoran Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy — Women’s nogi class · 6:00 PM
Frequently asked
- How many BJJ gyms are in Tucson?
- Let's Roll lists 18 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gyms in Tucson, Arizona. The top 10 are ranked above by Roll Score.
- Which is the best-rated BJJ gym in Tucson?
- Sonoran Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy has the highest rating in Tucson at 5.0★ across 201 Google reviews.
- Where are the best open mats in Tucson?
- There are 24 weekly open mats across 12 gyms in Tucson. See "Train This Weekend" above for what's on this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
- What's the best BJJ gym for beginners in Tucson?
- The Arena Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy & Fitness is a strong beginner pick — it runs dedicated fundamentals classes and carries one of the highest Roll Scores in Tucson.
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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 June 2026.