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 a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu stronghold with deep Brazilian roots, anchored by Ground Game Theory Jiu Jitsu, MARIO SPERRY JIU JITSU, and First Order of BJJ. It has 16 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
- 1Ground Game Theory Jiu Jitsu95EliteSouth MiamiGoogle5.0(152)$30 drop-in2 open mats/wkHigh confidence
Why #1: Highest-rated gym in Miami — 5.0★ across 152 reviews.
Best for: Competitors, kids & families, and travelers dropping in.
- 2MARIO SPERRY JIU JITSU94EliteDowntownGoogle4.9(204)2 open mats/wkHigh confidence
Why #2: One of the most-reviewed gyms in Miami — 204 reviews at 4.9★.
Best for: Competitors, no-gi & submission grapplers, and kids & families.
- 3First Order of BJJ94EliteKendallGoogle5.0(134)3 open mats/wkHigh confidence
Why #3: Busiest open-mat schedule in the top 10 — 3 a week.
Best for: No-gi & submission grapplers, kids & families, and travelers dropping in.
- 4Cardoso Jiu Jitsu94EliteKendallGoogle5.0(131)High confidence
Why #4: 5.0★ from 131 reviews — a consistently well-reviewed Miami academy.
Best for: Anyone after a consistently well-reviewed Miami gym (5.0★).
- 5KendallGoogle5.0(84)High confidence
Why #5: 5.0★ from 84 reviews — a consistently well-reviewed Miami academy.
Best for: Anyone after a consistently well-reviewed Miami gym (5.0★).
- 6Mortalis Jiu Jitsu92EliteKendallGoogle5.0(82)2 open mats/wkHigh confidence
Why #6: 5.0★ from 82 reviews — a consistently well-reviewed Miami academy.
Best for: No-gi & submission grapplers, kids & families, and travelers dropping in.
- 7WestchesterGoogle5.0(80)🥇 EliteHigh confidence
Why #7: 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.
- 8KendallGoogle5.0(72)1 open mat/wkHigh confidence
Why #8: A Gracie Barra academy — 5.0★ across 72 reviews.
Best for: Travelers dropping in.
- 9Little HavanaGoogle5.0(56)3 open mats/wkHigh confidence
Why #9: 5.0★ from 56 reviews — a consistently well-reviewed Miami academy.
Best for: No-gi & submission grapplers, kids & families, and travelers dropping in.
- 10LIRA JIU JITSU89ExcellentAllapattahGoogle5.0(43)2 open mats/wkSolid confidence
Why #10: 5.0★ from 43 reviews — a consistently well-reviewed Miami academy.
Best for: Competitors, kids & families, and travelers dropping in.
Compare All Top 10
| Gym | Area | Roll Score | Rating | Reviews | Drop-In |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ground Game Theory Jiu Jitsu | South Miami | 95Elite | 5.0 | 152 | $30 |
| MARIO SPERRY JIU JITSU | Downtown | 94Elite | 4.9 | 204 | — |
| First Order of BJJ | Kendall | 94Elite | 5.0 | 134 | — |
| Cardoso Jiu Jitsu | Kendall | 94Elite | 5.0 | 131 | — |
| Art In Motion Jiu Jitsu Academy | Kendall | 92Elite | 5.0 | 84 | — |
| Mortalis Jiu Jitsu | Kendall | 92Elite | 5.0 | 82 | — |
| Alpha Miami Grappling Jiu Jitsu | Westchester | 92Elite | 5.0 | 80 | — |
| Gracie Barra Kendall Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Self Defense | Kendall | 92Elite | 5.0 | 72 | — |
| Arena Combat Sports / Kickboxing / BJJ / MMA | Little Havana | 90Elite | 5.0 | 56 | — |
| LIRA JIU JITSU | Allapattah | 89Excellent | 5.0 | 43 | — |
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
- First Order of BJJ — Open Mat · 11:00 AM
- Gracie Barra Kendall Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Self Defense — Open Mat · 11:00 AM
- Ground Game Theory Jiu Jitsu — Open Mat · 11:30 AM
- MARIO SPERRY JIU JITSU — Open Mat · 12:00 PM
📅 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 16 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?
- Ground Game Theory Jiu Jitsu has the highest rating in Miami at 5.0★ across 152 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 11 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.