10 Best BJJ Gyms in Miami (2026)
Ranked by the Let's Roll Roll Score™ · Updated August 2026
Miami BJJ Snapshot
Why Miami for BJJ
Miami is one of Florida's deepest Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu scenes, anchored by Vital Brothers Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Ground Game Theory Jiu Jitsu, and Gracie Barra Aventura Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Self Defense. It has 27 academies and 20 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(188)High confidence
Why #1: Highest-rated gym in Miami — 5.0★ across 188 reviews.
Best for: Competitors and kids & families.
- 2Ground Game Theory Jiu Jitsu95EliteGoogle5.0(152)$30 drop-in2 open mats/wkHigh confidence
Why #2: Lowest drop-in among the top 10 at $30.
Best for: Competitors, kids & families, and travelers dropping in.
- 3Google5.0(151)High confidence
Why #3: A Gracie Barra academy — 5.0★ across 151 reviews.
Best for: Anyone after a consistently well-reviewed Miami gym (5.0★).
- 4Google5.0(141)High confidence
Why #4: 5.0★ from 141 reviews — a consistently well-reviewed Miami academy.
Best for: Competitors, no-gi & submission grapplers, and kids & families.
- 5MARIO SPERRY JIU JITSU94EliteGoogle4.9(204)1 open mat/wkHigh confidence
Why #5: One of the most-reviewed gyms in Miami — 204 reviews at 4.9★.
Best for: Competitors, no-gi & submission grapplers, and kids & families.
- 6First Order of BJJ94EliteGoogle5.0(134)3 open mats/wkHigh confidence
Why #6: Busiest open-mat schedule in the top 10 — 3 a week.
Best for: No-gi & submission grapplers, kids & families, and travelers dropping in.
- 7Cardoso Jiu Jitsu94EliteGoogle5.0(131)High confidence
Why #7: 5.0★ from 131 reviews — a consistently well-reviewed Miami academy.
Best for: Anyone after a consistently well-reviewed Miami gym (5.0★).
- 8Google5.0(84)High confidence
Why #8: 5.0★ from 84 reviews — a consistently well-reviewed Miami academy.
Best for: Anyone after a consistently well-reviewed Miami gym (5.0★).
- 9Mortalis Jiu Jitsu92EliteGoogle5.0(82)1 open mat/wkHigh confidence
Why #9: 5.0★ from 82 reviews — a consistently well-reviewed Miami academy.
Best for: No-gi & submission grapplers, kids & families, and travelers dropping in.
- 10Google5.0(80)🥇 EliteHigh confidence
Why #10: Runs the most no-gi classes in the top 10 — a strong no-gi pick.
Best for: Competitors, no-gi & submission grapplers, and brand-new beginners.
Compare All Top 10
| Gym | Area | Roll Score | Rating | Reviews | Drop-In |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vital Brothers Brazilian Jiu Jitsu | — | 96Elite | 5.0 | 188 | — |
| Ground Game Theory Jiu Jitsu | — | 95Elite | 5.0 | 152 | $30 |
| Gracie Barra Aventura Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Self Defense | — | 95Elite | 5.0 | 151 | — |
| Marcus Aurelio Jiu Jitsu Academy | — | 95Elite | 5.0 | 141 | — |
| MARIO SPERRY JIU JITSU | — | 94Elite | 4.9 | 204 | — |
| First Order of BJJ | — | 94Elite | 5.0 | 134 | — |
| Cardoso Jiu Jitsu | — | 94Elite | 5.0 | 131 | — |
| Art In Motion Jiu Jitsu Academy | — | 92Elite | 5.0 | 84 | — |
| Mortalis Jiu Jitsu | — | 92Elite | 5.0 | 82 | — |
| Alpha Miami Grappling Jiu Jitsu | — | 92Elite | 5.0 | 80 | — |
Which Miami Gym Fits You?
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Plan Your BJJ Weekend in Miami
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Your plan: 3 sessions across 3 gyms in Miami.
Train This Weekend in Miami
The best open mats, no-gi sessions, and drop-in-friendly rounds, Friday through Sunday.
📅 Friday
- Arashiro Brazilian BJJ — Open Mat · 4:00 PM
- Arashiro Brazilian BJJ — Open Mat · 6:00 PM
- Ground Game Theory Jiu Jitsu — Open Mat · 6:00 PM
- First Order of BJJ — No-Gi Open Mat · 6:00 PM
- Arena Combat Sports / Kickboxing / BJJ / MMA — Open Mat · 7:30 PM
📅 Saturday
- LIRA JIU JITSU — Open Mat · 10:00 AM
- Miami Martial Arts (South Beach) — Open Mat · 10:30 AM
- Gracie Barra Kendall Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Self Defense — Open Mat · 11:00 AM
- First Order of BJJ — Open Mat · 11:00 AM
- Gracie Barra Hialeah Brazilian Jiu Jitsu — Open Mat · 11:00 AM
📅 Sunday
- First Order of BJJ — Competitive Class · 9:00 AM
- Miami Jiu Jitsu — Open Mat · 10:00 AM
- Mortalis Jiu Jitsu — Open Mat · 11:00 AM
- First Order of BJJ — Gi Adult Open Mat · 11:00 AM
- Arena Combat Sports / Kickboxing / BJJ / MMA — Open Mat · 12:00 PM
Frequently asked
- How many BJJ gyms are in Miami?
- Let's Roll lists 27 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gyms in Miami, Florida. The top 10 are ranked above by Roll Score.
- Which is the best-rated BJJ gym in Miami?
- Vital Brothers Brazilian Jiu Jitsu has the highest rating in Miami at 5.0★ across 188 Google reviews.
- What's the cheapest drop-in in Miami?
- Among the top gyms, Ground Game Theory Jiu Jitsu 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 Miami?
- There are 20 weekly open mats across 14 gyms in Miami. See "Train This Weekend" above for what's on this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
- What's the best BJJ gym for beginners in Miami?
- Favoreto Brazilian Jiu Jitsu - Brickell is a strong beginner pick — it runs dedicated fundamentals classes and carries one of the highest Roll Scores in Miami.
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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 August 2026.