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Best BJJ Gyms in Bradenton, FL (2026)

Last updated July 2026 · ranked by student review count

Bradenton has 8 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gyms in our directory with 296 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. Gracie Bradenton

    102reviews

    With 102 student reviews — the most of any gym in Bradenton— it tops this year's list. Located at 5268 FL-64. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  2. Olivera Jiu Jitsu Academy

    82reviews

    82 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 501 Village Green Pkwy Ste 19 & 20. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  3. The Grappling Academy Bradenton

    59reviews

    59 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 9516 Cortez Rd W #3. Classes run 5 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  4. Team Mastery Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

    33reviews

    33 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 4224 Solutions Ln suite 104. Classes run 4 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  5. Compass Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

    9reviews

    9 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 6103 28th St E Suite B. Classes run 4 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  6. Goshin JuJitsu of Lakewood Ranch

    8reviews

    8 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 5107 Lena Rd #112. Classes run 2 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  7. Equilibrium Jiu Jitsu - Lakewood Ranch

    3reviews

    3 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 4616 Lena Rd. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  8. Bradenton Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

    Located at 8120 Lakewood Main St. 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 Bradenton or read what to expect in your first class.