5 Best BJJ Gyms in Grand Rapids (2026)
Ranked by the Let's Roll Roll Score™ · Updated June 2026
Grand Rapids BJJ Snapshot
Why Grand Rapids for BJJ
Grand Rapids is home to a committed Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu community, anchored by Carlson Gracie Grand Rapids Bjj Jiu-jitsu, 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Grand Rapids, and Unity Jiu Jitsu Grand Rapids. It has 7 academies and 7 weekly open mats listed on Let's Roll.
Quick Picks
Where the Top 5 Are
Pins are numbered by Roll Score rank. Tap a pin for the gym.
The Rankings
- 1Google5.0(305)2 open mats/wkHigh confidence
Why #1: Highest-rated gym in Grand Rapids — 5.0★ across 305 reviews.
Best for: Competitors, no-gi & submission grapplers, and brand-new beginners.
- 210th Planet Jiu Jitsu Grand Rapids88ExcellentGoogle5.0(36)$20 drop-in2 open mats/wkSolid confidence
Why #2: 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.
- 3Unity Jiu Jitsu Grand Rapids83ExcellentGoogle5.0(20)Solid confidence
Why #3: 5.0★ from 20 reviews — a consistently well-reviewed Grand Rapids academy.
Best for: Competitors, no-gi & submission grapplers, and kids & families.
- 4Vanguard Brazilian Jiu Jitsu79GreatGoogle5.0(13)1 open mat/wkNeeds more reviews
Why #4: 5.0★ from 13 reviews — a consistently well-reviewed Grand Rapids academy.
Best for: Competitors, no-gi & submission grapplers, and kids & families.
- 5Google4.5(30)Solid confidence
Why #5: 4.5★ from 30 reviews — a consistently well-reviewed Grand Rapids academy.
Best for: Anyone after a consistently well-reviewed Grand Rapids gym (4.5★).
Compare All Top 5
| Gym | Area | Roll Score | Rating | Reviews | Drop-In |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlson Gracie Grand Rapids Bjj Jiu-jitsu | — | 97Elite | 5.0 | 305 | — |
| 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Grand Rapids | — | 88Excellent | 5.0 | 36 | $20 |
| Unity Jiu Jitsu Grand Rapids | — | 83Excellent | 5.0 | 20 | — |
| Vanguard Brazilian Jiu Jitsu | — | 79Great | 5.0 | 13 | — |
| Grand Rapids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu | — | 75Great | 4.5 | 30 | — |
Which Grand Rapids Gym Fits You?
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Plan Your BJJ Weekend in Grand Rapids
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Train This Weekend in Grand Rapids
The best open mats, no-gi sessions, and drop-in-friendly rounds, Friday through Sunday.
📅 Friday
- Carlson Gracie Grand Rapids Bjj Jiu-jitsu — Comp Class · 10:00 AM
- Carlson Gracie Grand Rapids Bjj Jiu-jitsu — Adult No-Gi · 10:30 AM
- 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Grand Rapids — Killers Club Open Mat · 12:00 PM
- Triumph Gym — Open Mat · 5:00 PM
- Carlson Gracie Grand Rapids Bjj Jiu-jitsu — Little Bulldogs · 5:00 PM
📅 Saturday
- Vanguard Brazilian Jiu Jitsu — Open Mat · 12:00 PM
- Carlson Gracie Grand Rapids Bjj Jiu-jitsu — Youth Gi · 5:00 PM
- Carlson Gracie Grand Rapids Bjj Jiu-jitsu — Adult No-Gi · 6:00 PM
- Carlson Gracie Grand Rapids Bjj Jiu-jitsu — Open Mat · 10:30 PM
📅 Sunday
- 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Grand Rapids — Open Mat · 10:00 AM
- Triumph Gym — Open Mat · 11:00 AM
- Carlson Gracie Grand Rapids Bjj Jiu-jitsu — Open Mat · 12:00 PM
- 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Grand Rapids — Kids Class · 5:00 PM
- Carlson Gracie Grand Rapids Bjj Jiu-jitsu — Youth Gi · 5:00 PM
Frequently asked
- How many BJJ gyms are in Grand Rapids?
- Let's Roll lists 7 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gyms in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The top 5 are ranked above by Roll Score.
- Which is the best-rated BJJ gym in Grand Rapids?
- Carlson Gracie Grand Rapids Bjj Jiu-jitsu has the highest rating in Grand Rapids at 5.0★ across 305 Google reviews.
- What's the cheapest drop-in in Grand Rapids?
- Among the top gyms, 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Grand Rapids 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 Grand Rapids?
- There are 7 weekly open mats across 4 gyms in Grand Rapids. 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.