5 Best BJJ Gyms in Danville (2026)
Ranked by the Let's Roll Roll Score™ · Updated June 2026
Danville BJJ Snapshot
Why Danville for BJJ
Danville is home to a committed Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu community, anchored by Essence BJJ Danville, Danville Jiu Jitsu, Wrestling, and Kickboxing, and Danville Jiu Jitsu, Wrestling & Kickboxing. It has 5 academies and 8 weekly open mats listed on Let's Roll.
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Where the Top 5 Are
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The Rankings
- 1Essence BJJ Danville85ExcellentGoogle5.0(25)2 open mats/wkSolid confidence
Why #1: Highest-rated gym in Danville — 5.0★ across 25 reviews.
Best for: Travelers dropping in.
- 2Google4.7(54)3 open mats/wkHigh confidence
Why #2: Busiest open-mat schedule in the top 10 — 3 a week.
Best for: Travelers dropping in.
- 3Danville Jiu Jitsu, Wrestling & Kickboxing81ExcellentGoogle4.7(37)3 open mats/wkSolid confidence
Why #3: 4.7★ from 37 reviews — a consistently well-reviewed Danville academy.
Best for: Travelers dropping in.
- 4Crispim BJJ & MMA Danville81ExcellentGoogle5.0(15)$30 drop-inSolid confidence
Why #4: Lowest drop-in among the top 10 at $30.
Best for: Anyone after a consistently well-reviewed Danville gym (5.0★).
- 5Google5.0(6)$30 drop-inNeeds more reviews
Why #5: 5.0★ from 6 reviews — a consistently well-reviewed Danville academy.
Best for: Anyone after a consistently well-reviewed Danville gym (5.0★).
Compare All Top 5
| Gym | Area | Roll Score | Rating | Reviews | Drop-In |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Essence BJJ Danville | — | 85Excellent | 5.0 | 25 | — |
| Danville Jiu Jitsu, Wrestling, and Kickboxing | — | 83Excellent | 4.7 | 54 | — |
| Danville Jiu Jitsu, Wrestling & Kickboxing | — | 81Excellent | 4.7 | 37 | — |
| Crispim BJJ & MMA Danville | — | 81Excellent | 5.0 | 15 | $30 |
| Crispim BJJ Danville/San Ramon | — | 69Rated | 5.0 | 6 | $30 |
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Train This Weekend in Danville
The best open mats, no-gi sessions, and drop-in-friendly rounds, Friday through Sunday.
📅 Friday
- Essence BJJ Danville — Fundamentals · 6:00 AM
- Danville Jiu Jitsu, Wrestling & Kickboxing — Open Mat · 11:00 AM
- Danville Jiu Jitsu, Wrestling, and Kickboxing — Open Mat · 11:00 AM
- Essence BJJ Danville — Power Class · 7:30 PM
📅 Saturday
- Essence BJJ Danville — Open Mat · 10:00 AM
- Essence BJJ Danville — Open Mat · 12:00 PM
📅 Sunday
No sessions listed — check individual gym pages.
Frequently asked
- How many BJJ gyms are in Danville?
- Let's Roll lists 5 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gyms in Danville, California. The top 5 are ranked above by Roll Score.
- Which is the best-rated BJJ gym in Danville?
- Essence BJJ Danville has the highest rating in Danville at 5.0★ across 25 Google reviews.
- What's the cheapest drop-in in Danville?
- Among the top gyms, Crispim BJJ & MMA Danville has the lowest published drop-in at $30. Prices in the area vary; many gyms offer a free first class.
- Where are the best open mats in Danville?
- There are 8 weekly open mats across 3 gyms in Danville. 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 June 2026.