Best BJJ Gyms in Chicago, IL (2026)
Last updated July 2026 · ranked by student review count
Chicago has 38 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gyms in our directory with 2,796 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.
Taylor Biagi Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
319reviewsWith 319 student reviews — the most of any gym in Chicago— it tops this year's list. Located at 1654 W Chicago Ave. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →
Valko Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy
225reviews225 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 820 N Orleans St. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →
Southside Jiu Jitsu Club
202reviews202 students have reviewed this academy. Located at E 63rd St 837 & 841. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →
Downtown Jiu Jitsu Club Chicago
190reviews190 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 226 S Wabash Ave 3rd floor. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →
Supreme JIU JITSU Chicago Idriz Redzovic
173reviews173 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 2442 N Lincoln Ave. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →
Redzovic Jiu Jitsu Chicago
144reviews144 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 4900 N Lincoln Ave. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →
Chicago School Of Grappling
136reviews136 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 722 S Racine Ave. Classes run 5 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →
Ascend Jiu-Jitsu
132reviews132 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 220 E Illinois St Unit 7-12. Classes run 6 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →
Molinaro Jiu Jitsu
94reviews94 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 3260 N Clark St. Classes run 7 days a week. See hours, reviews & contact info →
Vianna Brothers Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy
94reviews94 students have reviewed this academy. Located at 2128 N Milwaukee Ave. Classes run 7 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 38 gyms in Chicago or read what to expect in your first class.