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Best BJJ Gyms in Sarasota, FL (2026)

Last updated July 2026 · ranked by student review count

Sarasota has 15 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gyms in our directory with 688 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. Fellowship Jiu-Jitsu Sarasota

    86reviews

    With 86 student reviews — the most of any gym in Sarasota— it tops this year's list. Located at 4401 Ashton Rd Unit B. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  2. Gustavo Machado Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Sarasota (BJJ-SRQ)

    86reviews

    86 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 1599 Main St. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  3. Sarasota BJJ / Six Blades Jiu Jitsu (BJJ-SRQ)

    82reviews

    82 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 6170 N Lockwood Ridge Rd. Classes run 4 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  4. Manasota Jiu Jitsu

    78reviews

    78 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 7345 International Pl Unit 104. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  5. TeamAlves Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu school

    72reviews

    72 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 5566 Palmer Blvd. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  6. VTT Brazilian jiujitsu, Muay Thai, MMA

    64reviews

    64 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 1900 N Washington Blvd. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  7. Siesta Key BJJ

    50reviews

    50 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 7360 S Tamiami Trl. Classes run 4 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  8. Wolfpack Brazilian Jiu Jitsu - Martial Arts

    41reviews

    41 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 3627 Webber St unit b. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  9. Raiz Jiu Jitsu Sarasota

    38reviews

    38 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 7630 Lockwood Ridge Rd. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  10. Gracie Jiu Jitsu Sarasota Academy

    30reviews

    30 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 2874 Ringling Blvd. 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 15 gyms in Sarasota or read what to expect in your first class.