10 Best BJJ Gyms in New York City (2026)
Ranked by the Let's Roll Roll Score™ · Updated August 2026
New York City BJJ Snapshot
Why New York City for BJJ
New York City is one of New York's deepest Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu scenes, anchored by Clockwork Jiu Jitsu, Ronin Athletics - Gracie Jiu Jitsu, Kickboxing, MMA NYC, and Unity Jiu Jitsu School. It has 46 academies and 63 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
- 1Clockwork Jiu Jitsu98EliteGoogle5.0(333)High confidence
Why #1: Highest-rated gym in New York City — 5.0★ across 333 reviews.
Best for: Competitors, no-gi & submission grapplers, and brand-new beginners.
- 2Google5.0(283)High confidence
Why #2: One of the most-reviewed gyms in New York City — 283 reviews at 5.0★.
Best for: Competitors, no-gi & submission grapplers, and brand-new beginners.
- 3Unity Jiu Jitsu School96EliteGoogle5.0(207)2 open mats/wkHigh confidence
Why #3: 5.0★ from 207 reviews — a consistently well-reviewed New York City academy.
Best for: Travelers dropping in.
- 4SD Brazilian BJJ NYC96EliteGoogle5.0(197)3 open mats/wkHigh confidence
Why #4: 5.0★ from 197 reviews — a consistently well-reviewed New York City academy.
Best for: Kids & families and travelers dropping in.
- 5Google5.0(175)$50 drop-in4 open mats/wkHigh confidence
Why #5: Busiest open-mat schedule in the top 10 — 4 a week.
Best for: No-gi & submission grapplers, brand-new beginners, and kids & families.
- 6Google5.0(169)2 open mats/wkHigh confidence
Why #6: 5.0★ from 169 reviews — a consistently well-reviewed New York City academy.
Best for: No-gi & submission grapplers, kids & families, and travelers dropping in.
- 7Google5.0(140)$30 drop-inHigh confidence
Why #7: One of the strongest kids programs in the top 10.
Best for: No-gi & submission grapplers and kids & families.
- 8Fabio Clemente StudioX BJJ94EliteGoogle5.0(137)3 open mats/wkHigh confidence
Why #8: 5.0★ from 137 reviews — a consistently well-reviewed New York City academy.
Best for: No-gi & submission grapplers, brand-new beginners, and kids & families.
- 9Marcelo Garcia Jiu Jitsu94EliteGoogle5.0(135)1 open mat/wkHigh confidence
Why #9: 5.0★ from 135 reviews — a consistently well-reviewed New York City academy.
Best for: Travelers dropping in.
- 10Google5.0(135)2 open mats/wkHigh confidence
Why #10: 5.0★ from 135 reviews — a consistently well-reviewed New York City academy.
Best for: Competitors, no-gi & submission grapplers, and brand-new beginners.
Compare All Top 10
| Gym | Area | Roll Score | Rating | Reviews | Drop-In |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clockwork Jiu Jitsu | — | 98Elite | 5.0 | 333 | — |
| Ronin Athletics - Gracie Jiu Jitsu, Kickboxing, MMA NYC | — | 97Elite | 5.0 | 283 | — |
| Unity Jiu Jitsu School | — | 96Elite | 5.0 | 207 | — |
| SD Brazilian BJJ NYC | — | 96Elite | 5.0 | 197 | — |
| 10th Planet NYC No-Gi Jiu Jitsu | — | 95Elite | 5.0 | 175 | $50 |
| Jiu Livre Grappling Office - Jiu Jitsu, Luta Livre and Self Defense | — | 95Elite | 5.0 | 169 | — |
| Johnny Karate NYC / JMA Brazilian jiu jitsu | — | 95Elite | 5.0 | 140 | $30 |
| Fabio Clemente StudioX BJJ | — | 94Elite | 5.0 | 137 | — |
| Marcelo Garcia Jiu Jitsu | — | 94Elite | 5.0 | 135 | — |
| Workshop NYC Muay Thai & Jiujitsu | — | 94Elite | 5.0 | 135 | — |
Which New York City Gym Fits You?
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Plan Your BJJ Weekend in New York City
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Train This Weekend in New York City
The best open mats, no-gi sessions, and drop-in-friendly rounds, Friday through Sunday.
📅 Friday
- Queens Jiu Jitsu — Open Mat · 6:30 AM
- Fabio Clemente StudioX BJJ — Open Mat · 7:00 AM
- Queens Jiu Jitsu — Open Mat · 9:00 AM
- Jiu Livre Grappling Office - Jiu Jitsu, Luta Livre and Self Defense — Open Mat · 11:15 AM
- Evolution Muay Thai — Open Mat · 12:00 PM
📅 Saturday
- 10th Planet NYC No-Gi Jiu Jitsu — Open Mat · 11:00 AM
- Marcelo Garcia Jiu Jitsu — Open Mat · 11:00 AM
- Codella Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy — Open Mat · 11:30 AM
- Range Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu — Open Mat · 11:30 AM
- Queens Jiu Jitsu — Open Mat · 12:00 PM
📅 Sunday
- Renzo Gracie East Side Martial Arts — Open Mat · 9:00 AM
- Queens Jiu Jitsu — Open Mat · 10:00 AM
- @BJJ NYC (Jackson Heights, NY) Mixed Martial Arts Academy — Open Mat · 10:00 AM
- SD Brazilian BJJ NYC — Open Mat · 10:30 AM
- 10th Planet NYC No-Gi Jiu Jitsu — Open Mat · 11:00 AM
Frequently asked
- How many BJJ gyms are in New York City?
- Let's Roll lists 46 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gyms in New York City, New York. The top 10 are ranked above by Roll Score.
- Which is the best-rated BJJ gym in New York City?
- Clockwork Jiu Jitsu has the highest rating in New York City at 5.0★ across 333 Google reviews.
- What's the cheapest drop-in in New York City?
- 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 New York City?
- There are 63 weekly open mats across 23 gyms in New York City. See "Train This Weekend" above for what's on this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
- What's the best BJJ gym for beginners in New York City?
- Fabio Clemente StudioX BJJ is a strong beginner pick — it runs dedicated fundamentals classes and carries one of the highest Roll Scores in New York City.
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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.