10 Best BJJ Gyms in Chicago (2026)
Ranked by the Let's Roll Roll Score™ · Updated August 2026
Chicago BJJ Snapshot
Why Chicago for BJJ
Chicago is one of Illinois's deepest Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu scenes, anchored by Taylor Biagi Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Southside Jiu Jitsu Club, and Downtown Jiu Jitsu Club Chicago. It has 27 academies and 56 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
- 1West TownGoogle5.0(329)1 open mat/wkHigh confidence
Why #1: Highest-rated gym in Chicago — 5.0★ across 329 reviews.
Best for: Travelers dropping in.
- 2Southside Jiu Jitsu Club96EliteWoodlawnGoogle5.0(208)5 open mats/wkHigh confidence
Why #2: One of the most-reviewed gyms in Chicago — 208 reviews at 5.0★.
Best for: Competitors, kids & families, and travelers dropping in.
- 3The LoopGoogle5.0(183)$35 drop-inHigh confidence
Why #3: 5.0★ from 183 reviews — a consistently well-reviewed Chicago academy.
Best for: No-gi & submission grapplers and brand-new beginners.
- 4Lincoln ParkGoogle5.0(181)10 open mats/wkHigh confidence
Why #4: Busiest open-mat schedule in the top 10 — 10 a week.
Best for: No-gi & submission grapplers, brand-new beginners, and kids & families.
- 5Redzovic Jiu-Jitsu95EliteLincoln SquareGoogle5.0(143)4 open mats/wkHigh confidence
Why #5: One of the strongest kids programs in the top 10.
Best for: Competitors, no-gi & submission grapplers, and kids & families.
- 6Chicago School Of Grappling94EliteWest LoopGoogle5.0(135)$25 drop-in1 open mat/wkHigh confidence
Why #6: 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.
- 7Logan SquareGoogle5.0(93)3 open mats/wkHigh confidence
Why #7: 5.0★ from 93 reviews — a consistently well-reviewed Chicago academy.
Best for: No-gi & submission grapplers, kids & families, and travelers dropping in.
- 8Ukrainian VillageGoogle5.0(79)High confidence
Why #8: 5.0★ from 79 reviews — a consistently well-reviewed Chicago academy.
Best for: Anyone after a consistently well-reviewed Chicago gym (5.0★).
- 9Krav Maga Force92EliteWest LoopGoogle5.0(79)1 open mat/wkHigh confidence
Why #9: 5.0★ from 79 reviews — a consistently well-reviewed Chicago academy.
Best for: Travelers dropping in.
- 10Lakeside Brazilian BJJ92EliteLakeviewGoogle5.0(74)2 open mats/wkHigh confidence
Why #10: 5.0★ from 74 reviews — a consistently well-reviewed Chicago academy.
Best for: Brand-new beginners, kids & families, and travelers dropping in.
Compare All Top 10
| Gym | Area | Roll Score | Rating | Reviews | Drop-In |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taylor Biagi Brazilian Jiu Jitsu | West Town | 98Elite | 5.0 | 329 | — |
| Southside Jiu Jitsu Club | Woodlawn | 96Elite | 5.0 | 208 | — |
| Downtown Jiu Jitsu Club Chicago | The Loop | 96Elite | 5.0 | 183 | $35 |
| Supreme JIU JITSU Chicago Idriz Redzovic | Lincoln Park | 96Elite | 5.0 | 181 | — |
| Redzovic Jiu-Jitsu | Lincoln Square | 95Elite | 5.0 | 143 | — |
| Chicago School Of Grappling | West Loop | 94Elite | 5.0 | 135 | $25 |
| Vianna Brothers Brazilian BJJ Academy | Logan Square | 93Elite | 5.0 | 93 | — |
| Brazil 021 BJJ - Jiu-Jitsu in Chicago | Ukrainian Village | 92Elite | 5.0 | 79 | — |
| Krav Maga Force | West Loop | 92Elite | 5.0 | 79 | — |
| Lakeside Brazilian BJJ | Lakeview | 92Elite | 5.0 | 74 | — |
Which Chicago Gym Fits You?
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Plan Your BJJ Weekend in Chicago
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Train This Weekend in Chicago
The best open mats, no-gi sessions, and drop-in-friendly rounds, Friday through Sunday.
📅 Friday
- Double Five BJJ — Open Mat · 6:00 AM
- Valko Jiu Jitsu Studio — Open Mat BJJ at Valko Academy (River North Location) · 7:00 AM
- Valko Jiu Jitsu Studio — Open Mat · 7:00 AM
- Redzovic Jiu-Jitsu — Open Mat · 10:00 AM
- North Side Brazilian Jiu Jitsu — Gi & No-Gi Adults Open Mat · 10:00 AM
📅 Saturday
- Krav Maga Force — Open Mat · 8:00 AM
- Vianna Brothers Brazilian BJJ Academy — Open Mat · 10:00 AM
- Double Five BJJ — Open Mat · 10:00 AM
- Pure Brazilian Jiu Jitsu — Kids Open Mat · 10:30 AM
- Carlson Gracie Brazilian BJJ — Open Mat · 11:00 AM
📅 Sunday
- Lakeside Brazilian BJJ — Open Mat · 9:00 AM
- Vianna Brothers Brazilian BJJ Academy — Open Mat · 10:00 AM
- North Side Brazilian Jiu Jitsu — Open Mat · 10:00 AM
- Molinaro Brazilian BJJ — Open Mat · 10:00 AM
- Project Achilles - Mixed Martial Arts - BJJ - Self Defense — Open Mat · 10:00 AM
Frequently asked
- How many BJJ gyms are in Chicago?
- Let's Roll lists 27 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gyms in Chicago, Illinois. The top 10 are ranked above by Roll Score.
- Which is the best-rated BJJ gym in Chicago?
- Taylor Biagi Brazilian Jiu Jitsu has the highest rating in Chicago at 5.0★ across 329 Google reviews.
- What's the cheapest drop-in in Chicago?
- Among the top gyms, Chicago School Of Grappling has the lowest published drop-in at $25. Prices in the area vary; many gyms offer a free first class.
- Where are the best open mats in Chicago?
- There are 56 weekly open mats across 20 gyms in Chicago. See "Train This Weekend" above for what's on this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
- What's the best BJJ gym for beginners in Chicago?
- Supreme JIU JITSU Chicago Idriz Redzovic is a strong beginner pick — it runs dedicated fundamentals classes and carries one of the highest Roll Scores in Chicago.
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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.