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Best BJJ Gyms in Oakland, CA (2026)

Last updated July 2026 · ranked by student review count

Oakland has 8 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gyms in our directory with 237 student reviews between them. The ranking below is simple and honest: gyms ordered by how many students have reviewed them — a strong proxy for community size and staying power. Review counts come from public listings and refresh regularly. Always take a free trial class before committing; here's what to look for.

  1. 10th Planet Oakland Jiu Jitsu

    148reviews

    With 148 student reviews — the most of any gym in Oakland— it tops this year's list. Located at 930 Alice St. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  2. Six Blades Jiu Jitsu

    60reviews

    60 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 1333 Grand Ave. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  3. Dominat10n Jiu Jitsu

    22reviews

    22 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 4299 Piedmont Ave A. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  4. F3 Jiu Jitsu

    3reviews

    3 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 1905 San Pablo Ave. Classes run 3 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  5. Machine Works Jiu Jitsu

    2reviews

    2 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 153 17th St. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  6. Bay Jiu-Jitsu

    1reviews

    1 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 4001 Howe St. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  7. Brazilian Jiju-Jitsu

    1reviews

    1 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 495 40th St. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  8. Legacy Jiu Jitsu Championship

    Located at 9837 Stanley Ave. Classes run 5 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

How this ranking works

We rank by verified student review counts rather than editorial opinion — more reviews generally means a bigger, longer-running community. It's a starting point, not a verdict: the right gym for you depends on schedule, location, coaching style, and culture. Browse all 8 gyms in Oakland or read what to expect in your first class.