7 Best BJJ Gyms in Brooklyn (2026)
Ranked by the Let's Roll Roll Score™ · Updated October 2026
Brooklyn BJJ Snapshot
Why Brooklyn for BJJ
Brooklyn is home to a committed Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu community, anchored by Johnny Karate NYC / JMA Brazilian jiu jitsu, Brooklyn BJJ, and The Dojo. It has 7 academies and 4 weekly open mats listed on Let's Roll.
Quick Picks
Where the Top 7 Are
Pins are numbered by Roll Score rank. Tap a pin for the gym.
The Rankings
- 1Google5.0(140)$30 drop-inHigh confidence
Why #1: Highest-rated gym in Brooklyn — 5.0★ across 140 reviews.
Best for: No-gi & submission grapplers and kids & families.
- 2Brooklyn BJJ93EliteGoogle5.0(105)High confidence
Why #2: One of the most-reviewed gyms in Brooklyn — 105 reviews at 5.0★.
Best for: Anyone after a consistently well-reviewed Brooklyn gym (5.0★).
- 3The Dojo90EliteGoogle5.0(57)1 open mat/wkHigh confidence
Why #3: 5.0★ from 57 reviews — a consistently well-reviewed Brooklyn academy.
Best for: Travelers dropping in.
- 4Google5.0(50)High confidence
Why #4: 5.0★ from 50 reviews — a consistently well-reviewed Brooklyn academy.
Best for: Anyone after a consistently well-reviewed Brooklyn gym (5.0★).
- 5Google5.0(39)Solid confidence
Why #5: One of the strongest kids programs in the top 10.
Best for: Kids & families.
- 6The 47 BJJ Coop85ExcellentGoogle5.0(23)Solid confidence
Why #6: Runs the most no-gi classes in the top 10 — a strong no-gi pick.
Best for: No-gi & submission grapplers and brand-new beginners.
- 7Zero G Brazilian Jiu Jitsu80ExcellentGoogle4.8(25)3 open mats/wkSolid confidence
Why #7: Busiest open-mat schedule in the top 10 — 3 a week.
Best for: Competitors, brand-new beginners, and kids & families.
Compare All Top 7
| Gym | Area | Roll Score | Rating | Reviews | Drop-In |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Johnny Karate NYC / JMA Brazilian jiu jitsu | — | 95Elite | 5.0 | 140 | $30 |
| Brooklyn BJJ | — | 93Elite | 5.0 | 105 | — |
| The Dojo | — | 90Elite | 5.0 | 57 | — |
| South Brooklyn BJJ @ Darfight | — | 90Elite | 5.0 | 50 | — |
| Brooklyn Motumbaxé Capoeira Jiu Jitsu--Mestre Lampréia | — | 88Excellent | 5.0 | 39 | — |
| The 47 BJJ Coop | — | 85Excellent | 5.0 | 23 | — |
| Zero G Brazilian Jiu Jitsu | — | 80Excellent | 4.8 | 25 | — |
Which Brooklyn Gym Fits You?
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Plan Your BJJ Weekend in Brooklyn
Pick the days you're in town — we'll build a roll-every-day itinerary with times, drop-in costs, and directions.
Your plan: 3 sessions across 3 gyms in Brooklyn · drop-ins from $30.
Train This Weekend in Brooklyn
The best open mats, no-gi sessions, and drop-in-friendly rounds, Friday through Sunday.
📅 Friday
- The 47 BJJ Coop — BJJ Gi · 7:00 AM
- Johnny Karate NYC / JMA Brazilian jiu jitsu — Demo team · 4:00 PM
- Brooklyn Motumbaxé Capoeira Jiu Jitsu--Mestre Lampréia — Kids JIU JITSU (BJJ) 8 y/o · 4:20 PM
- The 47 BJJ Coop — Takedowns · 6:00 PM
- The 47 BJJ Coop — BJJ No-Gi · 6:30 PM
📅 Saturday
- The 47 BJJ Coop — Okinawan Karate · 10:00 AM
- Johnny Karate NYC / JMA Brazilian jiu jitsu — Little warriors · 10:00 AM
- Johnny Karate NYC / JMA Brazilian jiu jitsu — Jr. Defenders · 10:30 AM
- Johnny Karate NYC / JMA Brazilian jiu jitsu — Mighty warriors · 11:15 AM
- Johnny Karate NYC / JMA Brazilian jiu jitsu — Adult jiu-jitsu No GI · 1:00 PM
📅 Sunday
- The 47 BJJ Coop — Okinawan Karate · 10:00 AM
- The Dojo — Open Mat · 11:00 AM
- Brooklyn Motumbaxé Capoeira Jiu Jitsu--Mestre Lampréia — Kids JIU JITSU (BJJ) 8 y/o · 4:20 PM
- Brooklyn Motumbaxé Capoeira Jiu Jitsu--Mestre Lampréia — Adult JIU JITSU (BJJ) · 6:30 PM
- Zero G Brazilian Jiu Jitsu — Open Mat · 7:00 PM
Frequently asked
- How many BJJ gyms are in Brooklyn?
- Let's Roll lists 7 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gyms in Brooklyn, New York. The top 7 are ranked above by Roll Score.
- Which is the best-rated BJJ gym in Brooklyn?
- Johnny Karate NYC / JMA Brazilian jiu jitsu has the highest rating in Brooklyn at 5.0★ across 140 Google reviews.
- What's the cheapest drop-in in Brooklyn?
- Among the top gyms, Johnny Karate NYC / JMA Brazilian 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 Brooklyn?
- There are 4 weekly open mats across 2 gyms in Brooklyn. 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 October 2026.