10 Best BJJ Gyms in Tampa (2026)
Ranked by the Let's Roll Roll Score™ · Updated June 2026
Tampa BJJ Snapshot
Why Tampa for BJJ
Tampa is one of Florida's deepest Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu scenes, anchored by Gracie Martial Arts Tampa Jiu Jitsu and Self Defense, Gracie Tampa South MMA and BJJ, and Empowered Martial Arts & Gracie Humaita Jiu Jitsu Tampa. It has 16 academies and 19 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(99)High confidence
Why #1: Highest-rated gym in Tampa — 5.0★ across 99 reviews.
Best for: Kids & families.
- 2Google4.9(148)High confidence
Why #2: One of the most-reviewed gyms in Tampa — 148 reviews at 4.9★.
Best for: Anyone after a consistently well-reviewed Tampa gym (4.9★).
- 3Google5.0(57)High confidence
Why #3: A Gracie Humaita academy — 5.0★ across 57 reviews.
Best for: Anyone after a consistently well-reviewed Tampa gym (5.0★).
- 4Primata Brazilian Jiu Jitsu90EliteGoogle5.0(49)1 open mat/wkSolid confidence
Why #4: 5.0★ from 49 reviews — a consistently well-reviewed Tampa academy.
Best for: Kids & families and travelers dropping in.
- 5Robson Moura Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Tampa89ExcellentGoogle4.9(78)2 open mats/wkHigh confidence
Why #5: Busiest open-mat schedule in the top 10 — 2 a week.
Best for: Competitors, no-gi & submission grapplers, and kids & families.
- 6Gracie Barra Tampa, FL - Jiu Jitsu Tampa89ExcellentGoogle5.0(47)1 open mat/wkSolid confidence
Why #6: A Gracie Barra academy — 5.0★ across 47 reviews.
Best for: Travelers dropping in.
- 7Goiano Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy88ExcellentGoogle5.0(39)Solid confidence
Why #7: 5.0★ from 39 reviews — a consistently well-reviewed Tampa academy.
Best for: Anyone after a consistently well-reviewed Tampa gym (5.0★).
- 8Tactics Jiu Jitsu88ExcellentGoogle5.0(39)Solid confidence
Why #8: 5.0★ from 39 reviews — a consistently well-reviewed Tampa academy.
Best for: Anyone after a consistently well-reviewed Tampa gym (5.0★).
- 9DaVinci Jiu Jitsu78GreatGoogle5.0(12)$20 drop-in2 open mats/wkNeeds more reviews
Why #9: Runs the most no-gi classes in the top 10 — a strong no-gi pick.
Best for: Competitors, no-gi & submission grapplers, and kids & families.
- 10Google4.4(25)Solid confidence
Why #10: 4.4★ from 25 reviews — a consistently well-reviewed Tampa academy.
Best for: Anyone after a consistently well-reviewed Tampa gym (4.4★).
Compare All Top 10
| Gym | Area | Roll Score | Rating | Reviews | Drop-In |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gracie Martial Arts Tampa Jiu Jitsu and Self Defense | — | 93Elite | 5.0 | 99 | — |
| Gracie Tampa South MMA and BJJ | — | 92Elite | 4.9 | 148 | — |
| Empowered Martial Arts & Gracie Humaita Jiu Jitsu Tampa | — | 90Elite | 5.0 | 57 | — |
| Primata Brazilian Jiu Jitsu | — | 90Elite | 5.0 | 49 | — |
| Robson Moura Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Tampa | — | 89Excellent | 4.9 | 78 | — |
| Gracie Barra Tampa, FL - Jiu Jitsu Tampa | — | 89Excellent | 5.0 | 47 | — |
| Goiano Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy | — | 88Excellent | 5.0 | 39 | — |
| Tactics Jiu Jitsu | — | 88Excellent | 5.0 | 39 | — |
| DaVinci Jiu Jitsu | — | 78Great | 5.0 | 12 | $20 |
| Marcio Cruz Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Carrollwood | — | 72Great | 4.4 | 25 | — |
Which Tampa Gym Fits You?
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Plan Your BJJ Weekend in Tampa
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Your plan: 3 sessions across 2 gyms in Tampa.
Train This Weekend in Tampa
The best open mats, no-gi sessions, and drop-in-friendly rounds, Friday through Sunday.
📅 Friday
- Robson Moura Jiu Jitsu Academy — Open Mat · 5:00 PM
- Robson Moura Jiu Jitsu Academy — Open Mat · 5:30 PM
- Robson Moura Brazilian Jiu Jitsu — Open Mat · 6:30 PM
- Robson Moura Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Tampa — Open Mat · 6:30 PM
- Primata Brazilian Jiu Jitsu — Open Mat · 7:00 PM
📅 Saturday
- DaVinci Jiu Jitsu — Open Mat · 8:00 AM
- DaVinci Jiu Jitsu — GI / NOGI / Open Mat · 8:00 AM
- Robson Moura Jiu Jitsu Academy — Kids Bjj No Gi Ages 5-12 · 9:00 AM
- Gracie Barra Tampa, FL - Jiu Jitsu Tampa — Open Mat · 11:00 AM
- Tampa Jiu Jitsu — Open Mat · 1:00 PM
📅 Sunday
- Robson Moura Jiu Jitsu Academy — Bjj Gi Open Mat · 9:00 AM
- Caridian Brazilian BJJ — Open Mat · 4:00 PM
Frequently asked
- How many BJJ gyms are in Tampa?
- Let's Roll lists 16 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gyms in Tampa, Florida. The top 10 are ranked above by Roll Score.
- Which is the best-rated BJJ gym in Tampa?
- Gracie Martial Arts Tampa Jiu Jitsu and Self Defense has the highest rating in Tampa at 5.0★ across 99 Google reviews.
- What's the cheapest drop-in in Tampa?
- Among the top gyms, DaVinci Jiu Jitsu has the lowest published drop-in at $20. Prices in the area vary; many gyms offer a free first class.
- Where are the best open mats in Tampa?
- There are 19 weekly open mats across 8 gyms in Tampa. 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.