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Best BJJ Gyms in Tampa, FL (2026)

Last updated July 2026 · ranked by student review count

Tampa has 27 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gyms in our directory with 1,645 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 PAC MMA

    305reviews

    With 305 student reviews — the most of any gym in Tampa— it tops this year's list. Located at 5040 W Linebaugh Ave. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  2. Gracie Tampa South MMA and BJJ

    181reviews

    181 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 1345 W Gray St. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  3. Marcio Cruz Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu New Tampa

    133reviews

    133 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 20733 Center Oak Dr. Classes run 5 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  4. South Tampa Jiu-Jitsu & MMA

    112reviews

    112 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 4916 S Lois Ave. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  5. Gracie Martial Arts Tampa Jiu Jitsu and Self Defense

    110reviews

    110 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 720 W Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Suite 2. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  6. Robson Moura Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Tampa

    93reviews

    93 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 11220 W Hillsborough Ave. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  7. Ybor City Jiu-Jitsu Club

    90reviews

    90 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 718 E Henderson Ave. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  8. Gracie Westchase

    84reviews

    84 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 12807 W Hillsborough Ave suite f. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  9. Caridian Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

    69reviews

    69 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 9225 Bay Plaza Blvd Suite 420. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →

  10. Gracie Barra - Jiu Jitsu in Tampa

    69reviews

    69 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 6176 Gunn Hwy. 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 27 gyms in Tampa or read what to expect in your first class.