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Best BJJ Gyms in San Francisco, CA (2026)

Last updated July 2026 · ranked by student review count

San Francisco has 24 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gyms in our directory with 882 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. Ralph Gracie Jiu Jitsu

    189reviews

    With 189 student reviews — the most of any gym in San Francisco— it tops this year's list. Located at 1166 Howard St. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  2. Empire Jiu Jitsu

    92reviews

    92 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 2356 Mission St. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  3. Romulo Melo Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

    90reviews

    90 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 1313 Mason St. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  4. ALLIANCE BJJ SF Bay

    79reviews

    79 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 1625 Bush St Suite 5 (2nd floor. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  5. Magalit Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

    69reviews

    69 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 3274 Mission St. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  6. Studio86 Jiu Jitsu

    65reviews

    65 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 1204 Pacific Ave. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  7. Colhado Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy

    59reviews

    59 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 603 Taraval St. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  8. Nimbus Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

    39reviews

    39 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 1739 Noriega St. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  9. Charles Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy

    32reviews

    32 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 6300 California St. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  10. World Team USA Muay Thai BJJ & Fitness

    31reviews

    31 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 445 Judah St. 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 24 gyms in San Francisco or read what to expect in your first class.