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Best BJJ Gyms in San Jose, CA (2026)

Last updated July 2026 · ranked by student review count

San Jose has 18 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gyms in our directory with 592 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. Grappling Strength & Performance

    150reviews

    With 150 student reviews — the most of any gym in San Jose— it tops this year's list. Located at 32 Race St. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  2. Gloglo Brazilian Jiu-jitsu, Kickboxing & Fitness Academy

    99reviews

    99 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 95 Phelan Ave #3. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  3. Guerrilla Jiu-Jitsu Martial Arts Academy

    88reviews

    88 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 478 W San Carlos St. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  4. Gracie Jiu-Jitsu San Jose

    55reviews

    55 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 1310 Tully Rd. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  5. Ralph Gracie Jiu Jitsu - San Jose

    46reviews

    46 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 4607 Cherry Ave. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  6. 10th Planet San Jose Jiu Jitsu

    35reviews

    35 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 1277 Old Bayshore Hwy. Classes run 5 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  7. Claudio Franca Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

    29reviews

    29 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 14800 Camden Ave. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  8. Titanium Jiu Jitsu

    29reviews

    29 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 5750 Santa Teresa Blvd Suite #35. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  9. Solidarity Jiu Jitsu

    27reviews

    27 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 1337 Blossom Hill Rd #110. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  10. Necalli Jiu-Jitsu

    11reviews

    11 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 480a Blossom Hill Rd. 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 18 gyms in San Jose or read what to expect in your first class.