6 Best BJJ Gyms in Madison (2026)
Ranked by the Let's Roll Roll Score™ · Updated June 2026
Madison BJJ Snapshot
Why Madison for BJJ
Madison is home to a committed Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu community, anchored by Journey Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy, Sanctuary BJJ, and Alliance Jiu Jitsu of Madison. It has 6 academies and 6 weekly open mats listed on Let's Roll.
Quick Picks
Where the Top 6 Are
Pins are numbered by Roll Score rank. Tap a pin for the gym.
The Rankings
- 1Google5.0(144)$25 drop-in1 open mat/wkHigh confidence
Why #1: Highest-rated gym in Madison — 5.0★ across 144 reviews.
Best for: Kids & families and travelers dropping in.
- 2Sanctuary BJJ94EliteGoogle5.0(123)$35 drop-in2 open mats/wkHigh confidence
Why #2: One of the most-reviewed gyms in Madison — 123 reviews at 5.0★.
Best for: Travelers dropping in.
- 3Google5.0(67)High confidence
Why #3: A Alliance academy — 5.0★ across 67 reviews.
Best for: Competitors.
- 4Premier Jiu Jitsu91EliteGoogle5.0(61)1 open mat/wkHigh confidence
Why #4: 5.0★ from 61 reviews — a consistently well-reviewed Madison academy.
Best for: Brand-new beginners and travelers dropping in.
- 5Forward BJJ89ExcellentGoogle5.0(43)1 open mat/wkSolid confidence
Why #5: 5.0★ from 43 reviews — a consistently well-reviewed Madison academy.
Best for: Travelers dropping in.
- 6Foundations Jiu Jitsu84ExcellentGoogle5.0(22)1 open mat/wkSolid confidence
Why #6: 5.0★ from 22 reviews — a consistently well-reviewed Madison academy.
Best for: Travelers dropping in.
Compare All Top 6
| Gym | Area | Roll Score | Rating | Reviews | Drop-In |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Journey Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy | — | 95Elite | 5.0 | 144 | $25 |
| Sanctuary BJJ | — | 94Elite | 5.0 | 123 | $35 |
| Alliance Jiu Jitsu of Madison | — | 91Elite | 5.0 | 67 | — |
| Premier Jiu Jitsu | — | 91Elite | 5.0 | 61 | — |
| Forward BJJ | — | 89Excellent | 5.0 | 43 | — |
| Foundations Jiu Jitsu | — | 84Excellent | 5.0 | 22 | — |
Which Madison Gym Fits You?
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Plan Your BJJ Weekend in Madison
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Train This Weekend in Madison
The best open mats, no-gi sessions, and drop-in-friendly rounds, Friday through Sunday.
📅 Friday
- Premier Jiu Jitsu — Fundamental Classes · 12:00 AM
- Premier Jiu Jitsu — All-Level Classes · 12:00 AM
- Journey Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy — Adult BJJ Fundamentals · 7:00 AM
- Journey Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy — Adult BJJ Fundamentals · 9:00 AM
- Journey Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy — Kids BJJ · 4:30 PM
📅 Saturday
- Premier Jiu Jitsu — Fundamental Classes · 12:00 AM
- Premier Jiu Jitsu — All-Level Classes · 12:00 AM
- Premier Jiu Jitsu — Open Mat · 9:00 AM
- Sanctuary BJJ — Open Mat · 10:00 AM
📅 Sunday
- Premier Jiu Jitsu — Fundamental Classes · 12:00 AM
- Premier Jiu Jitsu — All-Level Classes · 12:00 AM
- Forward BJJ — Open Mat · 12:00 PM
- Sanctuary BJJ — Open Mat · 12:00 PM
- Foundations Jiu Jitsu — Open Mat · 1:00 PM
Frequently asked
- How many BJJ gyms are in Madison?
- Let's Roll lists 6 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gyms in Madison, Wisconsin. The top 6 are ranked above by Roll Score.
- Which is the best-rated BJJ gym in Madison?
- Journey Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy has the highest rating in Madison at 5.0★ across 144 Google reviews.
- What's the cheapest drop-in in Madison?
- Among the top gyms, Journey Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy 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 Madison?
- There are 6 weekly open mats across 5 gyms in Madison. See "Train This Weekend" above for what's on this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
- What's the best BJJ gym for beginners in Madison?
- Premier Jiu Jitsu is a strong beginner pick — it runs dedicated fundamentals classes and carries one of the highest Roll Scores in Madison.
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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.