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Best BJJ Gyms in Gainesville, FL (2026)

Last updated July 2026 · ranked by student review count

Gainesville has 11 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gyms in our directory with 448 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. BJJ Swamp Academy

    181reviews

    With 181 student reviews — the most of any gym in Gainesville— it tops this year's list. Located at 3300SW, SW Archer Rd Suite100. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  2. Ricardo Rezende BJJ

    115reviews

    115 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 3437 W University Ave. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  3. Marcelo Garcia Jiu Jitsu Academy of Gainesville

    43reviews

    43 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 220 NW 8th Ave Suite 40. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  4. Carlson Gracie Gainesville

    42reviews

    42 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 2727 NW 43rd St suite 6b. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  5. Rising Tide Jiu Jitsu

    32reviews

    32 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 15 W University Ave. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  6. Renzo Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Gainesville

    18reviews

    18 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 2441 NW 43rd St unit 11-A. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  7. Brazilian Skills

    12reviews

    12 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 3832 Newberry Rd. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  8. Team Synergy Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy

    5reviews

    5 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 3333 SW 34th St. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  9. BJJ

    Located at 3832 Newberry Rd. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  10. Carlson Gracie North Florida

    Located at 1315 S 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 11 gyms in Gainesville or read what to expect in your first class.