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Best BJJ Gyms in Pasadena, CA (2026)

Last updated July 2026 · ranked by student review count

Pasadena has 6 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gyms in our directory with 201 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. Common Ground Jiu Jitsu

    47reviews

    With 47 student reviews — the most of any gym in Pasadena— it tops this year's list. Located at 464 E Colorado Blvd. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  2. Lion Heart Jiu Jitsu Academy

    45reviews

    45 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 1790 E Washington Blvd. Classes run 5 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  3. Roger Machado Jiu-Jitsu Pasadena

    41reviews

    41 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 977 E Colorado Blvd #2. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  4. Gracie Jiu Jitsu Pasadena

    31reviews

    31 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 75 W Walnut St Suite 105. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  5. Logic Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Pasadena

    22reviews

    22 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 117 W Bellevue Dr Suite 2. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  6. Valor Jiu Jitsu

    15reviews

    15 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 36 S Los Robles Ave. Classes run 6 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 6 gyms in Pasadena or read what to expect in your first class.